Scales Mound, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Scales Mound in?

Scales Mound is in Jo Daviess County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Scales Mound?

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

Jo Daviess County

EPA Zone 1

Set in Jo Daviess County in far northwestern Illinois, Scales Mound sits within the unglaciated Driftless Area where limestone bluffs and steep terrain create unique geological conditions. This small community's location near the Wisconsin border places it in terrain distinctly different from the glaciated prairie that characterizes most of Illinois. With radon testing data not yet available for zip code 61075, residents should prioritize testing given the area's EPA Zone 1 designation and the complex geology of the Driftless region.

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Scales Mound Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Scales Mound and the 61075 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Jo Daviess County, IL

Zip Code

61075

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Scales Mound and the 61075 zip code are located in Jo Daviess 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 Scales Mound, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Scales Mound in?

Scales Mound and the 61075 zip code are in Jo Daviess 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 Scales Mound?

Radon mitigation in Scales Mound 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 Scales Mound?

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