Glencoe, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Glencoe in?

Glencoe is in Cook County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Glencoe?

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, Glencoe sits on glacial till deposits from the Wisconsin glaciation that create soil conditions highly favorable for radon gas production. The community features predominantly single-family homes built between the 1950s and 1990s, most with full poured-concrete or block basements where radon can accumulate. Testing data for this area is currently limited, making it essential for homeowners in zip code 60022 to conduct radon testing to understand their individual risk.

Glencoe, IL Radon Mitigation

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Glencoe Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Glencoe and the 60022 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Cook County, IL

Zip Code

60022

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Glencoe and the 60022 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 Glencoe, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Glencoe in?

Glencoe and the 60022 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 Glencoe?

Radon mitigation in Glencoe 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 Glencoe?

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