Belvidere, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing
Positioned in Boone County in the northwest suburban and exurban belt beyond the Chicago metro, Belvidere shows an average radon level of 4.5 pCi/L, which slightly exceeds the EPA action threshold. The area's glacial till deposits from the Wisconsin glaciation create soil conditions highly favorable for radon gas production and migration. Homes in zip code 61008, particularly those with full basements common to the region, should prioritize radon testing and mitigation when needed.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Belvidere, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Belvidere, Illinois Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Belvidere area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation | Submitted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 pCi/L | Belvidere, IL | 0-20 Years | Partial Basement | Oct 2018 |
| 4 pCi/L | Belvidere, IL | — | — | Oct 2018 |
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Belvidere Radon Facts
Key details about the radon risk profile for Belvidere and the 61008 zip code area.
Belvidere and the 61008 zip code are located in Boone 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.
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Most Active Radon Markets in Illinois
Cities with the most user-submitted radon test data in the state.
| City | Avg User Radon Level | Submissions |
|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Grove | 6.10 pCi/L | 10 |
| Crystal Lake | 7.25 pCi/L | 8 |
| Lake Zurich | 6.00 pCi/L | 7 |
| Grayslake | 5.00 pCi/L | 7 |
| New Lenox | 10.17 pCi/L | 6 |
| Park Ridge | 7.00 pCi/L | 6 |
| Arlington Heights | 6.17 pCi/L | 6 |
| Waterloo | 9.20 pCi/L | 5 |
| Palatine | 7.80 pCi/L | 5 |
| Round Lake | 7.80 pCi/L | 5 |
| Northbrook | 6.20 pCi/L | 5 |
| Mchenry | 11.00 pCi/L | 4 |
| Dekalb | 8.75 pCi/L | 4 |
| Columbia | 8.00 pCi/L | 4 |
| Lisle | 7.25 pCi/L | 4 |
| Normal | 7.25 pCi/L | 4 |
| Antioch | 7.00 pCi/L | 4 |
| Elk Grove Village | 7.00 pCi/L | 4 |
| Aurora | 6.75 pCi/L | 4 |
| Hoffman Estates | 6.75 pCi/L | 4 |