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Baileyville, IL Radon Levels

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Baileyville, IL Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Ogle County, IL
Zip Code 61007

Rural Baileyville in Ogle County sits northwest of the Chicago metro area where glacial deposits over limestone bedrock create favorable conditions for radon gas migration. Testing data for zip code 61007 remains limited, so residents should conduct individual home testing to establish their radon exposure levels. Illinois' geology and EPA Zone 1 classification indicate high radon potential throughout the northern counties.

9.00
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Ogle County average: 9.00 pCi/L, based on 5 user-submitted tests across 4 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Baileyville 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 Baileyville, IL

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Baileyville 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.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Freeport 7.8 mi 3.67 pCi/L 3
Mount Morris 12.8 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Lanark 13.6 mi 12.00 pCi/L 3
Pecatonica 14.9 mi 11.00 pCi/L 1
Byron 17.3 mi 11.50 pCi/L 2
Orangeville 19.7 mi 14.00 pCi/L 1
Davis 19.8 mi 8.00 pCi/L 1
Stillman Valley 21.3 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1

Ogle County Radon Profile

Because of its underlying geology, Ogle County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 1 — the most elevated classification — where predicted indoor screening averages exceed 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 4 cities in Ogle County average 9.00 pCi/L across 5 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Ogle County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Baileyville, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Baileyville in?
Baileyville and the 61007 zip code are in Ogle 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.
Why are radon readings shown from areas near Baileyville?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Baileyville yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Ogle County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Baileyville 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 Baileyville?
Radon mitigation in Baileyville 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 Baileyville?
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.