El Paso, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is El Paso in?

El Paso is in Woodford County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in El Paso?

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

Woodford County

EPA Zone 1

Located in Woodford County within Illinois's river valley region, El Paso sits on alluvial soils over limestone bedrock that creates variable radon potential throughout central Illinois. The community features traditional Midwestern housing with many homes built between the 1940s and 1980s, most including full basements that can concentrate radon gas. Limited testing data for zip code 61738 means residents should test their homes to determine actual radon levels in their specific properties.

El Paso, IL Radon Mitigation

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El Paso Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for El Paso and the 61738 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Woodford County, IL

Zip Code

61738

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

El Paso and the 61738 zip code are located in Woodford 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.

Radon FAQ for El Paso, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is El Paso in?

El Paso and the 61738 zip code are in Woodford County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in El Paso?

Radon mitigation in El Paso 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 El Paso?

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