Bartelso, IL Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Bartelso in?

Bartelso is in Clinton County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Bartelso?

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

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Bartelso, IL Radon Facts

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

County Clinton County, IL

Zip Code 62218

This small Clinton County community sits on Mississippi River floodplain deposits over limestone bedrock, creating moderate radon potential typical of the St. Louis metro region. Local housing consists primarily of rural residential properties and farmsteads, many with partial basements or crawl space foundations. Testing data for zip code 62218 is currently limited, making individual home testing important for establishing baseline 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 Bartelso itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

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Bartelso, IL Radon Mitigation

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Radon Readings Near Bartelso, IL

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Bartelso 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
Carlyle	6.3 mi	13.00 pCi/L	1
Mascoutah	18.4 mi	6.50 pCi/L	2
Lebanon	19.0 mi	10.50 pCi/L	2
Highland	19.6 mi	6.00 pCi/L	1
O Fallon	23.8 mi	6.00 pCi/L	1
Marissa	25.7 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Troy	25.7 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Belleville	29.1 mi	7.33 pCi/L	3

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 Bartelso, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Bartelso in?

Bartelso and the 62218 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 Bartelso?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Bartelso 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 Bartelso 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 Bartelso?

Radon mitigation in Bartelso 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 Bartelso?

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.