Sweetwater, TN Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Sweetwater in?

Sweetwater is in Monroe County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Sweetwater?

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

Monroe County

EPA Zone 1

Part of the Knoxville Metro area in Monroe County, Sweetwater sits in the Tennessee Valley where limestone bedrock and karst features can create variable radon conditions throughout the region. The community includes both historic valley homes and newer residential development, many featuring basements or crawl spaces common to East Tennessee construction. Testing data for zip code 37874 is limited, making individual home testing important given the area's limestone geology.

Sweetwater, TN Radon Mitigation

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Sweetwater Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Sweetwater and the 37874 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Monroe County, TN

Zip Code

37874

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Sweetwater and the 37874 zip code are located in Monroe 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 Sweetwater, TN

What EPA Radon Zone is Sweetwater in?

Sweetwater and the 37874 zip code are in Monroe 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 Sweetwater?

Radon mitigation in Sweetwater 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 Sweetwater?

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