Albers, IL Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Albers in?

Albers is in Clinton County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: Why are radon readings shown from areas near Albers?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Albers yet, so readings from the closest cities and the Clinton County average are used as the best available indicator of local conditions. The EPA recommends testing every individual home.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Albers?

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

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Albers, IL Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

County Clinton County, IL

Zip Code 62215

Situated in south-central Illinois within Clinton County, this small community lies on Mississippi River floodplain deposits over Mississippian limestone bedrock. The 62215 zip code area, part of the broader St. Louis metro region, features primarily older homes with a mix of basement and slab-on-grade foundations. Testing data is currently limited, though the underlying limestone suggests homeowners should test for radon levels.

13.00

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Clinton County average: 13.00 pCi/L, based on 1 user-submitted test across 1 city in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Albers itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Radon Readings Near Albers, IL

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Albers yet. The closest cities with user-submitted radon data are shown below — explore them to gauge local conditions. Radon varies by home, so testing is the only way to know your level.

City	Distance	Avg User Level	Readings
Mascoutah	9.9 mi	6.50 pCi/L	2
Lebanon	10.9 mi	10.50 pCi/L	2
Carlyle	13.9 mi	13.00 pCi/L	1
O Fallon	15.1 mi	6.00 pCi/L	1
Highland	16.3 mi	6.00 pCi/L	1
Troy	19.0 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Belleville	20.3 mi	7.33 pCi/L	3
Marissa	21.0 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1

Clinton County Radon Profile

The soils and bedrock of Clinton County place it in EPA Radon Zone 2, a moderate-risk classification with predicted indoor averages of 2 to 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 1 city in Clinton County average 13.00 pCi/L across 1 test — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationally, the EPA urges every household in Clinton County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Albers, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Albers in?

Albers and the 62215 zip code are in Clinton 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.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Albers?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Albers yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Clinton County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Albers homeowners submit their own results. The EPA still recommends testing every individual home, since levels can vary significantly from house to house.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Albers?

Radon mitigation in Albers 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 Albers?

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.