Des Plaines, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Des Plaines in?

Des Plaines is in Cook County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Des Plaines?

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

Cook County

EPA Zone 2

Located in Cook County along the northern suburban corridor of the Chicago metro, Des Plaines sits on glacial till deposits that create favorable conditions for radon production and migration. The community's housing stock consists predominantly of mid-century single-family homes and townhouses with full basements, typical of postwar suburban development. While specific testing data for zip codes 60016 and 60018 is currently limited, the underlying geology and prevalent basement construction warrant regular radon testing for all area homeowners.

Des Plaines, IL Radon Mitigation

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Des Plaines Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Des Plaines and the 60016 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Cook County, IL

Zip Code

60016

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Des Plaines and the 60016 zip code are located in Cook 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 Des Plaines, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Des Plaines in?

Des Plaines and the 60016 zip code are in Cook 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 Des Plaines?

Radon mitigation in Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines?

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