Wood River, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Wood River in?

Wood River is in Madison County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Wood River?

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

Madison County

EPA Zone 2

Positioned in Madison County on the Illinois side of the St. Louis Metro area, Wood River sits on Mississippi River floodplain deposits and underlying Mississippian limestone that create moderate radon potential. The community's housing includes both historic residential areas and newer suburban development, with basements less common than in northern Illinois. While testing data for Wood River is limited, the limestone bedrock and Zone 2 EPA classification suggest radon testing is worthwhile for area homeowners.

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Wood River Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Wood River and the 62095 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Madison County, IL

Zip Code

62095

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Wood River and the 62095 zip code are located in Madison 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 Wood River, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Wood River in?

Wood River and the 62095 zip code are in Madison 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 Wood River?

Radon mitigation in Wood River 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 Wood River?

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