Keenes, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Keenes in?

Keenes is in Wayne County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Keenes?

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

Wayne County

EPA Zone 2

Located in southeastern Illinois' Wayne County, Keenes sits in a region where Pennsylvanian sandstone and shale formations create moderate radon potential. While testing data for zip code 62851 is currently limited, the area's geological conditions and traditional rural housing make radon assessment worthwhile. Homeowners should consider baseline testing given Illinois' variable radon levels across different geological zones throughout the state.

Keenes, IL Radon Mitigation

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Keenes Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Keenes and the 62851 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Wayne County, IL

Zip Code

62851

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Keenes and the 62851 zip code are located in Wayne 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 Keenes, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Keenes in?

Keenes and the 62851 zip code are in Wayne 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 Keenes?

Radon mitigation in Keenes 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 Keenes?

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