Buckingham, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Buckingham in?

Buckingham is in Kankakee County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Buckingham?

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

Kankakee County

EPA Zone 2

Nestled in Kankakee County within the central Illinois prairie region, Buckingham sits atop deep glacial moraine deposits over limestone bedrock that contribute to moderate-to-high radon potential. The rural community in zip code 60917 features widely spaced residential properties with older farmhouses and newer homes, many with partial or full basements. Testing data for radon levels remains limited in this area, making individual home testing especially important for residents to understand their specific exposure risk.

Buckingham, IL Radon Mitigation

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Buckingham Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Buckingham and the 60917 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Kankakee County, IL

Zip Code

60917

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Buckingham and the 60917 zip code are located in Kankakee County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A radon zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Buckingham, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Buckingham in?

Buckingham and the 60917 zip code are in Kankakee 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.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Buckingham?

Radon mitigation in Buckingham 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 Buckingham?

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 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