Rockford, TN Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Rockford in?

Rockford is in Blount County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Rockford?

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

Blount County

EPA Zone 1

Nestled in Blount County within the Knoxville Metro area, Rockford sits near the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains where limestone bedrock creates elevated radon potential. The community features a mix of older mountain homes and newer construction, with varied foundation types throughout zip code 37853. Testing data remains limited, making radon testing particularly important given Tennessee's karst limestone geology and EPA Zone 1 designation.

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Rockford Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Rockford and the 37853 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Blount County, TN

Zip Code

37853

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Rockford and the 37853 zip code are located in Blount 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 Rockford, TN

What EPA Radon Zone is Rockford in?

Rockford and the 37853 zip code are in Blount 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 Rockford?

Radon mitigation in Rockford 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 Rockford?

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