Ardmore, TN Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Ardmore in?

Ardmore is in Giles County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Ardmore?

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

Giles County

EPA Zone 1

Rural Ardmore in Giles County sits on Tennessee's Highland Rim geology of limestone bedrock and residual soils. Current radon testing data for zip code 38449 is limited, though the EPA Zone 1 designation indicates high radon potential typical of middle Tennessee's karst landscape. Local housing includes traditional farmhouses and newer rural construction, with many homes featuring basements or crawl spaces.

Ardmore, TN Radon Mitigation

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Ardmore Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Ardmore and the 38449 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Giles County, TN

Zip Code

38449

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Ardmore and the 38449 zip code are located in Giles 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 Ardmore, TN

What EPA Radon Zone is Ardmore in?

Ardmore and the 38449 zip code are in Giles 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 Ardmore?

Radon mitigation in Ardmore 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 Ardmore?

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 Tennessee

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

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Elizabethton	7.33 pCi/L	3
Cleveland	5.33 pCi/L	3
Johnson City	4.33 pCi/L	3
Maryville	10.50 pCi/L	2
Columbia	8.50 pCi/L	2
Bristol	6.50 pCi/L	2
Chattanooga	5.00 pCi/L	2
Clarksville	20.00 pCi/L	1
Kingsport	5.00 pCi/L	1
Knoxville	4.00 pCi/L	1
Greeneville	No submissions	0
Murfreesboro	No submissions	0