Radon in Hays County, Texas
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Hays County is one of 215 Texas counties (out of 254) that EPA places in Zone 3. 13 ZIP codes reach into the county, 1 of them entirely.
What the zone means for a Hays County home
Zone 3 means EPA predicted a county-wide average below 2 pCi/L. Many Hays County homes will test low, but EPA has found homes above the action level in every Zone 3 county it studied, so a low zone is not a pass.
A short-term test kit costs little and takes two to seven days. If your result is 4 pCi/L or higher, EPA recommends a follow-up test and, if it is confirmed, a mitigation system, which typically uses a pipe and fan to pull soil gas from under the foundation and vent it above the roof. Check a result with the level calculator and plan your next step with the follow-up planner.
Finding a radon professional in Hays County
We have not added Texas professionals yet. Until we do, use the Texas radon program (TX Department of State Health Services, Radon Program, 806-834-6202) at www.depts.ttu.edu/ceweb/radon, or the national certification boards: the NRPP pro search and NRSB find a pro. Or ask for free quotes below.
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ZIP codes in Hays County
Open a ZIP to see every county it touches. Where a ZIP crosses a county line, the percentage is the share of its land area inside Hays County.
Texas radon program
EPA lists TX Department of State Health Services, Radon Program (phone 806-834-6202) as the state contact. State programs can tell you about local test results, discounted kits, disclosure rules for home sales and credentialed professionals. Website: www.depts.ttu.edu/ceweb/radon.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the EPA radon zone for Hays County, Texas?
EPA's Map of Radon Zones puts Hays County in Zone 3 (low potential): Predicted average indoor screening level below 2 pCi/L.
Do I need to test for radon in Hays County if the zone is low?
Yes. EPA says the zone map should not be used to decide whether a single home needs testing. Homes with high radon are found in every zone, and neighboring homes can test very differently. Testing is cheap and the only way to know your level.
How do I find a certified radon professional in Hays County?
Ask the Texas radon program (TX Department of State Health Services, Radon Program, 806-834-6202) for its list of credentialed professionals, or search the national certification boards, NRPP and NRSB. You can also ask for free quotes with the form on this page.
How many ZIP codes are in Hays County?
13 ZIP codes have at least part of their land area in Hays County, based on the U.S. Census Bureau's 2020 ZIP Code Tabulation Area to county relationship file.
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