Mertens, TX Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Mertens in?

Mertens is in Hill County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Mertens?

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

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Mertens, TX Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 3 — Low Risk < 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

County Hill County, TX

Zip Code 76666

Located in Hill County south of Dallas-Fort Worth, Mertens sits over Texas Blackland Prairie soils and underlying limestone that can create variable radon conditions in zip code 76666. Testing data for this small community remains limited, making individual home assessment important for residents. The area's clay soils over carbonate bedrock can sometimes allow radon accumulation, particularly in homes with basements or enclosed lower-level spaces.

Mertens, TX Radon Mitigation

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Radon FAQ for Mertens, TX

What EPA Radon Zone is Mertens in?

Mertens and the 76666 zip code are in Hill County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Mertens?

Radon mitigation in Mertens 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 Mertens?

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 Texas

Cities in Texas with the most user-submitted radon test data, ranked by number of submissions.

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Lubbock	12.70 pCi/L	10
San Antonio	6.57 pCi/L	7
Austin	6.14 pCi/L	7
Dallas	8.00 pCi/L	5
Abilene	4.50 pCi/L	2
Houston	3.50 pCi/L	2
Plano	6.00 pCi/L	1
Frisco	3.00 pCi/L	1
Nacogdoches	No submissions	0