Lake Villa, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Lake Villa in?

Lake Villa is in Lake County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Lake Villa?

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

Situated in Lake County along the northern suburban corridor of the Chicago metro, Lake Villa sits on glacial till deposits that create favorable conditions for radon accumulation. Testing data for the 60046 area remains limited, making individual home assessment crucial given the region's geological characteristics. The community's predominant single-family homes with full basements require particular attention for radon testing.

Lake Villa, IL Radon Mitigation

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Lake Villa Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Lake Villa and the 60046 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Lake County, IL

Zip Code

60046

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Lake Villa and the 60046 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 Lake Villa, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Lake Villa in?

Lake Villa and the 60046 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 Lake Villa?

Radon mitigation in Lake Villa 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 Lake Villa?

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