Ooltewah, TN Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Ooltewah in?

Ooltewah is in Hamilton County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Ooltewah?

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

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Ooltewah, TN Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

County Hamilton County, TN

Zip Code 37363

Located in Hamilton County near the Chattanooga Metro, Ooltewah has minimal radon testing data available for the 37363 zip code. Tennessee's ridge-and-valley geology with limestone bedrock can create variable radon conditions depending on local topography and home construction. Testing is recommended to determine individual property risk levels.

5.67

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Hamilton County average: 5.67 pCi/L, based on 3 user-submitted tests across 2 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Ooltewah itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

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Ooltewah, TN Radon Mitigation

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Radon Readings Near Ooltewah, TN

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Ooltewah 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
Chattanooga	12.4 mi	5.00 pCi/L	2
Cleveland	12.9 mi	5.33 pCi/L	3
Signal Mountain	16.2 mi	7.00 pCi/L	1
Dunlap	28.1 mi	14.00 pCi/L	1
Athens	36.8 mi	15.00 pCi/L	1

Hamilton County Radon Profile

The soils and bedrock of Hamilton County place it in EPA Radon Zone 2, a moderate-risk classification with predicted indoor averages of 2 to 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 2 cities in Hamilton County average 5.67 pCi/L across 3 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationally, the EPA urges every household in Hamilton County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Ooltewah, TN

What EPA Radon Zone is Ooltewah in?

Ooltewah and the 37363 zip code are in Hamilton County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Ooltewah?

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

Radon mitigation in Ooltewah 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 Ooltewah?

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.