New Boston, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is New Boston in?

New Boston is in Mercer County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in New Boston?

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

Mercer County

EPA Zone 1

Nestled in Mercer County within the Davenport Metro area, New Boston sits in EPA Zone 1, indicating high radon potential. Testing data for this 61272 zip code community along the Mississippi River is currently limited, making individual home testing essential. The area's river valley soils combined with underlying limestone formations can create conditions conducive to radon accumulation in homes.

New Boston, IL Radon Mitigation

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New Boston, IL Radon Testing

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New Boston Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for New Boston and the 61272 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Mercer County, IL

Zip Code

61272

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

New Boston and the 61272 zip code are located in Mercer 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 New Boston, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is New Boston in?

New Boston and the 61272 zip code are in Mercer 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 New Boston?

Radon mitigation in New Boston 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 New Boston?

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