Hampshire, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Hampshire in?

Hampshire is in Kane County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Hampshire?

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

Kane County

EPA Zone 1

Part of the Chicago Metro area in Kane County, Hampshire (60140) sits atop glacial till deposits that create soil conditions highly favorable for radon gas production and migration. While comprehensive testing data for this EPA Zone 1 community is limited, the region's geology strongly suggests professional radon testing for all homes. Dense clay and glacial drift over limestone bedrock make radon monitoring particularly important.

Hampshire, IL Radon Mitigation

Professional radon mitigation is the most effective way to permanently lower radon levels and protect your household.

Hampshire, IL Radon Testing

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Hampshire Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Hampshire and the 60140 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Kane County, IL

Zip Code

60140

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Hampshire and the 60140 zip code are located in Kane 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 Hampshire, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Hampshire in?

Hampshire and the 60140 zip code are in Kane 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 Hampshire?

Radon mitigation in Hampshire 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 Hampshire?

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