Summertown, TN Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Summertown in?

Summertown is in Lawrence County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Summertown?

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

Lawrence County

EPA Zone 1

Situated in Lawrence County within the Nashville Metro area, Summertown sits in EPA Zone 1 indicating high radon potential throughout the region. The area's limestone bedrock and karst geology create favorable conditions for radon gas production and migration into homes. Testing data for zip code 38483 is currently limited, but the geological context suggests homeowners should prioritize radon testing.

Summertown, TN Radon Mitigation

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Summertown Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Summertown and the 38483 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Lawrence County, TN

Zip Code

38483

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Summertown and the 38483 zip code are located in Lawrence 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 Summertown, TN

What EPA Radon Zone is Summertown in?

Summertown and the 38483 zip code are in Lawrence 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 Summertown?

Radon mitigation in Summertown 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 Summertown?

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