Friendsville, TN Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Friendsville in?

Friendsville is in Blount County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Friendsville?

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

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Friendsville, TN Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

County Blount County, TN

Zip Code 37737

Part of the Knoxville Metro area in Blount County, Friendsville occupies EPA Zone 1 territory near the Great Smoky Mountains. Limited testing data exists for the 37737 community, making professional radon assessment crucial for residents. The region's complex Appalachian geology can create unexpected radon hot spots even within the same neighborhood.

13.67

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Blount County average: 13.67 pCi/L, based on 3 user-submitted tests across 2 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Friendsville itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Friendsville, TN Radon Mitigation

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Radon Readings Near Friendsville, TN

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Friendsville 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.

City	Distance	Avg User Level	Readings
Maryville	7.2 mi	10.50 pCi/L	2
Lenoir City	8.3 mi	8.00 pCi/L	1
Loudon	13.4 mi	9.00 pCi/L	1
Vonore	15.5 mi	9.00 pCi/L	1
Walland	15.8 mi	20.00 pCi/L	1
Knoxville	16.3 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Oak Ridge	20.2 mi	7.00 pCi/L	2
Oliver Springs	23.9 mi	6.00 pCi/L	1

Blount County Radon Profile

Because of its underlying geology, Blount County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 1 — the most elevated classification — where predicted indoor screening averages exceed 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 2 cities in Blount County average 13.67 pCi/L across 3 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Blount County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Friendsville, TN

What EPA Radon Zone is Friendsville in?

Friendsville and the 37737 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.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Friendsville?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Friendsville yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Blount County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Friendsville 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 Friendsville?

Radon mitigation in Friendsville 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 Friendsville?

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.