Scott Air Force Base, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Scott Air Force Base in?

Scott Air Force Base is in St Clair County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Scott Air Force Base?

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

St Clair County

EPA Zone 2

Located in St Clair County within the St. Louis Metro area, Scott Air Force Base in zip code 62225 sits on Mississippi River floodplain deposits that can create variable radon conditions. The absence of civilian testing data for this military installation means base housing residents should work with base environmental staff to understand radon assessment protocols. Military housing construction and maintenance standards may differ from civilian approaches to radon testing and mitigation.

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Scott Air Force Base Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Scott Air Force Base and the 62225 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

St Clair County, IL

Zip Code

62225

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Scott Air Force Base and the 62225 zip code are located in St Clair 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 Scott Air Force Base, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Scott Air Force Base in?

Scott Air Force Base and the 62225 zip code are in St Clair 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 Scott Air Force Base?

Radon mitigation in Scott Air Force Base 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 Scott Air Force Base?

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