Montrose, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Montrose in?

Montrose is in Jasper County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Montrose?

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

Jasper County

EPA Zone 2

Positioned in rural Jasper County in east-central Illinois, Montrose (62445) currently lacks comprehensive radon testing data from local homes. Illinois's glacial deposits over limestone bedrock create conditions favorable for radon production throughout much of the state. Given the absence of community-specific data, residents should prioritize individual home testing to determine their radon exposure levels.

Montrose, IL Radon Mitigation

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Montrose Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Montrose and the 62445 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Jasper County, IL

Zip Code

62445

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Montrose and the 62445 zip code are located in Jasper 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 Montrose, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Montrose in?

Montrose and the 62445 zip code are in Jasper 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 Montrose?

Radon mitigation in Montrose 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 Montrose?

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