Elsah, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Elsah in?

Elsah is in Jersey County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Elsah?

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

Jersey County

EPA Zone 1

Perched along the Mississippi River bluffs in Jersey County, Elsah benefits from its unique geological position within the St. Louis Metro area. The community's Mississippi River floodplain deposits and underlying limestone create moderate radon conditions, though testing data for zip code 62028 is currently limited. Historic homes in this charming river town should be tested, as older stone and brick foundations may allow increased radon entry.

Elsah, IL Radon Mitigation

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Elsah Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Elsah and the 62028 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Jersey County, IL

Zip Code

62028

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Elsah and the 62028 zip code are located in Jersey 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 Elsah, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Elsah in?

Elsah and the 62028 zip code are in Jersey 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 Elsah?

Radon mitigation in Elsah 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 Elsah?

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