Monroe, TN Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Monroe in?

Monroe is in Overton County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Monroe?

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

Overton County

EPA Zone 2

Nestled in Overton County (38573) among Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau region, Monroe's limestone bedrock and karst topography can create conditions where radon levels vary significantly from home to home. Testing data remains limited for this rural community, making individual home testing particularly important for residents to understand their specific radon exposure risk.

Monroe, TN Radon Mitigation

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Monroe Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Monroe and the 38573 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Overton County, TN

Zip Code

38573

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Monroe and the 38573 zip code are located in Overton County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A radon zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Monroe, TN

What EPA Radon Zone is Monroe in?

Monroe and the 38573 zip code are in Overton County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Monroe?

Radon mitigation in Monroe 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 Monroe?

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