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Summerville, GA Radon Levels

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Summerville, GA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 3 — Low Risk < 2.0 pCi/L (Zone 3)
County Chattooga County, GA
Zip Code 30747

Found in Chattooga County within the Chattanooga Metro area, Summerville sits in EPA Zone 3 where radon levels are generally moderate due to the southern Appalachian foothills' mixed geology. The community features homes ranging from historic properties to newer suburban development, many with partial basements or crawl spaces. With limited testing data for 30747, individual home testing remains important for residents.

7.36
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Nearby homeowner readings average 7.36 pCi/L, based on 11 tests from 6 nearby cities. No readings have been submitted for Summerville yet, so the closest recorded data is shown as a benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Radon Readings Near Summerville, GA

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Summerville yet. The closest cities with user-submitted radon data are shown below — explore them to gauge local conditions. Radon varies by home, so testing is the only way to know your level.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Kingston 25.3 mi 7.00 pCi/L 1
Chickamauga 25.7 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Flintstone 30.4 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Cartersville 36.8 mi 9.50 pCi/L 4
Dallas 48.7 mi 7.33 pCi/L 3
Jasper 49.0 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1

Chattooga County Radon Profile

The EPA maps Chattooga County as Radon Zone 3, the lowest predicted classification, with modeled indoor screening levels under 2 pCi/L. Direct test data for Chattooga County remains limited, so the closest neighboring readings are used here to represent the radon conditions homeowners are likely to encounter. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Chattooga County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Summerville, GA

What EPA Radon Zone is Summerville in?
Summerville and the 30747 zip code are in Chattooga 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.
Why are radon readings shown from areas near Summerville?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Summerville yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Chattooga County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Summerville homeowners submit their own results. The EPA still recommends testing every individual home, since levels can vary significantly from house to house.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Summerville?
Radon mitigation in Summerville 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 Summerville?
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.