Somerville, TN Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Somerville in?

Somerville is in Fayette County, EPA Zone 3.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Somerville?

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

Fayette County

EPA Zone 3

Rural Somerville in Fayette County sits east of Memphis where the underlying geology of sand and clay deposits typically produces lower radon levels. Testing data for this area remains limited, making individual home measurement the most reliable approach for determining radon risk. While Tennessee generally shows lower radon levels, the variability across different soil types and foundation styles still warrants homeowner testing.

Somerville, TN Radon Mitigation

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Somerville Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Somerville and the 38068 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 3 — Low Risk

County

Fayette County, TN

Zip Code

38068

Predicted Screening Level

< 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)

Somerville and the 38068 zip code are located in Fayette County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A radon zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Somerville, TN

What EPA Radon Zone is Somerville in?

Somerville and the 38068 zip code are in Fayette County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 3. A zone of 3 predicts an average indoor radon screening level less than 2 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Somerville?

Radon mitigation in Somerville 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 Somerville?

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