Media, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Media in?

Media is in Henderson County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Media?

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

Henderson County

EPA Zone 1

Rural Media in Henderson County (61460) sits in western Illinois where glacial deposits and underlying limestone create moderate radon potential. Testing data is limited for this small agricultural community, making professional radon testing important for local residents. The area's mix of older farmsteads and rural properties includes many homes with basement foundations where radon can accumulate if geological conditions are favorable.

Media, IL Radon Mitigation

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Media, IL Radon Testing

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Media Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Media and the 61460 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Henderson County, IL

Zip Code

61460

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Media and the 61460 zip code are located in Henderson 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 Media, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Media in?

Media and the 61460 zip code are in Henderson 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 Media?

Radon mitigation in Media 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 Media?

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