Great Lakes, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Great Lakes in?

Great Lakes is in Lake County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Great Lakes?

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

Lake County

EPA Zone 2

Positioned in Lake County along the northern suburban corridor of the Chicago metro, Great Lakes sits atop glacial till deposits that create favorable conditions for radon accumulation. The area's housing stock primarily consists of mid-century homes with full basements, providing enclosed below-grade spaces where radon can concentrate. Given the limited testing data for zip code 60088, local homeowners should prioritize radon testing to establish baseline readings.

Great Lakes, IL Radon Mitigation

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Great Lakes Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Great Lakes and the 60088 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Lake County, IL

Zip Code

60088

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Great Lakes and the 60088 zip code are located in Lake 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 Great Lakes, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Great Lakes in?

Great Lakes and the 60088 zip code are in Lake 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 Great Lakes?

Radon mitigation in Great Lakes 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 Great Lakes?

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