Oglesby, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Oglesby in?

Oglesby is in La Salle County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Oglesby?

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

La Salle County

EPA Zone 1

Positioned along the Illinois River valley in La Salle County, Oglesby sits where alluvial soils and underlying limestone create variable radon conditions that can differ significantly between neighborhoods. The city's housing stock in zip code 61348 includes many older homes with full basements typical of northern Illinois communities. Although specific testing data for Oglesby isn't currently available, the geological conditions suggest homeowners should test for radon.

Oglesby, IL Radon Mitigation

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Oglesby Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Oglesby and the 61348 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

La Salle County, IL

Zip Code

61348

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Oglesby and the 61348 zip code are located in La Salle 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 Oglesby, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Oglesby in?

Oglesby and the 61348 zip code are in La Salle 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 Oglesby?

Radon mitigation in Oglesby 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 Oglesby?

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