El Prado, NM Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What is the average radon level in El Prado, NM?

Based on 5 user-submitted tests, the average radon level is 10.40 pCi/L.

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is El Prado in?

El Prado is in Taos County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in El Prado?

Radon mitigation typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most standard systems fall in the $1,000-$1,500 range.

Avg: 10.40 pCi/L

Taos County

EPA Zone 1

5 user tests

El Prado is located in Taos County, New Mexico. With 5 user-submitted readings averaging 10.40 pCi/L, the area exceeds the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action threshold, and testing is strongly recommended for homeowners in the 87529 zip code.

10.40

pCi/L average

Above EPA Action Level

Based on 5 user-submitted radon tests for homes in El Prado, NM. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

10+

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El Prado, New Mexico Radon Levels

User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the El Prado area.

Radon Level	City	Home Age	Foundation	Submitted
14 pCi/L	El Prado, NM	21-50 Years	No Basement/All Slab	Nov 2024
7 pCi/L	El Prado, NM	0-20 Years	No Basement/All Slab	Dec 2023
13 pCi/L	El Prado, NM	0-20 Years	No Basement/All Slab	Apr 2019
11 pCi/L	El Prado, NM	0-20 Years	No Basement/All Slab	Aug 2016

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El Prado Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for El Prado and the 87529 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Taos County, NM

Zip Code

87529

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Avg. User Submitted Level

10.40 pCi/L

User Tests Submitted

El Prado and the 87529 zip code are located in Taos County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A radon zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for El Prado, NM

What is the average radon level in El Prado, NM?

Based on 5 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in El Prado is 10.40 pCi/L. This exceeds the EPA's recommended action level of 4.0 pCi/L, and radon testing is recommended for all homes in the area.

What EPA Radon Zone is El Prado in?

El Prado and the 87529 zip code are in Taos County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in El Prado?

Radon mitigation in El Prado typically costs between $800 and $2,000. Most homes with standard basements can be mitigated with a sub-slab depressurization system in the $1,000–$1,500 range. Factors that can increase cost include complex foundations, crawl spaces, or very high radon levels.

Should I test for radon if I'm buying a home in El Prado?

Yes. Radon testing should be part of every home purchase. A short-term radon test is typically included as part of the home inspection process and costs $150–$250. If elevated levels are found, you can negotiate mitigation as part of the sale.

Most Active Radon Markets in New Mexico

Cities with the most user-submitted radon test data in the state.

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Santa Fe	7.78 pCi/L	9
El Prado	10.40 pCi/L	5
Taos	10.50 pCi/L	2
Las Cruces	7.00 pCi/L	2
Albuquerque	4.00 pCi/L	2
Alamogordo	4.00 pCi/L	1
Clovis	No submissions	0