Edgewood, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Edgewood in?

Edgewood is in Clay County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Edgewood?

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

Clay County

EPA Zone 2

Located in southeastern Illinois's Clay County, Edgewood sits on glacial deposits over Pennsylvanian bedrock formations that characterize much of the state's interior. The small agricultural community features farmhouses and rural homes spanning several decades of construction, typically with partial or full basements common to the region's building traditions. With testing data unavailable for ZIP code 62426, local homeowners should prioritize radon testing given the area's EPA Zone 2 classification.

Edgewood, IL Radon Mitigation

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Edgewood Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Edgewood and the 62426 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Clay County, IL

Zip Code

62426

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Edgewood and the 62426 zip code are located in Clay 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 Edgewood, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Edgewood in?

Edgewood and the 62426 zip code are in Clay 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 Edgewood?

Radon mitigation in Edgewood 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 Edgewood?

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