Kankakee, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Kankakee in?

Kankakee is in Kankakee County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Kankakee?

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

Kankakee County

EPA Zone 2

This Illinois River community in Kankakee County (zip code 60901) sits atop glacial deposits over limestone bedrock that create conditions favorable for radon production and migration. Testing data remains limited, but the regional geology consistently generates readings worthy of homeowner attention. Residents should test their homes, particularly the many properties with full basements typical of this historic riverside city.

Kankakee, IL Radon Mitigation

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Kankakee Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Kankakee and the 60901 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Kankakee County, IL

Zip Code

60901

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Kankakee and the 60901 zip code are located in Kankakee 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 Kankakee, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Kankakee in?

Kankakee and the 60901 zip code are in Kankakee 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 Kankakee?

Radon mitigation in Kankakee 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 Kankakee?

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