Minor Hill, TN Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Minor Hill in?

Minor Hill is in Giles County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Minor Hill?

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

Positioned in south-central Tennessee near the Alabama border, Minor Hill is located in Giles County within EPA Zone 1. Testing submissions for zip code 38473 are currently limited, though the area's limestone bedrock and rolling hills geography can produce elevated radon concentrations. Homeowners should conduct testing, especially in older homes with crawl spaces or basements common to this rural Tennessee region.

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Minor Hill Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Minor Hill and the 38473 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Giles County, TN

Zip Code

38473

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Minor Hill and the 38473 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 Minor Hill, TN

What EPA Radon Zone is Minor Hill in?

Minor Hill and the 38473 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 Minor Hill?

Radon mitigation in Minor Hill 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 Minor Hill?

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