Lee, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Lee in?

Lee is in Lee County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Lee?

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

Lee County

EPA Zone 1

Located in northern Illinois's Lee County within the Chicago Metro region, Lee sits atop glacial deposits that can influence radon gas migration patterns. Testing data for zip code 60530 remains limited, highlighting the need for individual home radon testing. The area's combination of rural farmsteads and small-town housing stock, built on Illinois's characteristic glacial till over limestone bedrock, makes professional testing essential for determining indoor air quality risks.

Lee, IL Radon Mitigation

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Lee, IL Radon Testing

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Lee Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Lee and the 60530 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Lee County, IL

Zip Code

60530

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Lee and the 60530 zip code are located in Lee 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 Lee, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Lee in?

Lee and the 60530 zip code are in Lee 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 Lee?

Radon mitigation in Lee 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 Lee?

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