Tampico, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Tampico in?

Tampico is in Whiteside County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Tampico?

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

Whiteside County

EPA Zone 1

Located in Whiteside County along the Mississippi River valley, Tampico sits within the Davenport Metro area where alluvial soils overlay Ordovician limestone bedrock. This small community features a mix of historic homes and rural residential properties, many with full or partial basements typical of northwestern Illinois. Testing data for this area remains limited, making individual radon testing essential for homeowners to understand their specific exposure levels.

Tampico, IL Radon Mitigation

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Tampico Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Tampico and the 61283 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Whiteside County, IL

Zip Code

61283

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Tampico and the 61283 zip code are located in Whiteside 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 Tampico, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Tampico in?

Tampico and the 61283 zip code are in Whiteside 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 Tampico?

Radon mitigation in Tampico 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 Tampico?

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