Gilman, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Gilman in?

Gilman is in Iroquois County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Gilman?

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

Iroquois County

EPA Zone 1

Located in Iroquois County on the Illinois-Indiana border, Gilman sits within the glacial moraine deposits that characterize east-central Illinois. The area's deep glacial drift over limestone bedrock creates EPA Zone 1 conditions with high radon potential, though testing data for ZIP 60938 remains limited. The region's dense glacial till and underlying Ordovician formations strongly favor radon gas production and accumulation.

Gilman, IL Radon Mitigation

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Gilman Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Gilman and the 60938 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Iroquois County, IL

Zip Code

60938

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Gilman and the 60938 zip code are located in Iroquois 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 Gilman, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Gilman in?

Gilman and the 60938 zip code are in Iroquois 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 Gilman?

Radon mitigation in Gilman 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 Gilman?

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