Herod, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Herod in?

Herod is in Pope County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Herod?

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

Pope County

EPA Zone 2

Located in Pope County within the Shawnee Hills region, Herod sits where sandstone and shale formations generally produce lower radon levels compared to northern Illinois. Testing data for the 62947 area remains limited, though professional radon measurements are still recommended. The rugged topography and varied geological conditions near the Shawnee National Forest can create localized radon variations.

Herod, IL Radon Mitigation

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Herod, IL Radon Testing

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Herod Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Herod and the 62947 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Pope County, IL

Zip Code

62947

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Herod and the 62947 zip code are located in Pope 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 Herod, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Herod in?

Herod and the 62947 zip code are in Pope 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 Herod?

Radon mitigation in Herod 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 Herod?

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