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Bourbonnais, IL Radon Levels

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Bourbonnais, IL Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)
County Kankakee County, IL
Zip Code 60914
Avg. User Level 4.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

Positioned in Kankakee County south of Chicago, Bourbonnais sits on glacial till deposits over limestone bedrock characteristic of northeastern Illinois. The community's average radon level of 4.0 pCi/L meets the EPA action threshold, indicating the need for attention to indoor air quality in ZIP code 60914. Many homes feature full basements typical of Illinois construction, where radon accumulation is most likely to occur beneath living spaces.

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Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Bourbonnais, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Bourbonnais, IL Radon Levels

User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Bourbonnais area.

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
4 pCi/L Bourbonnais, IL 21-50 Years Partial Basement

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Radon Readings Near Bourbonnais, IL

Compare radon levels in Bourbonnais with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Bradley 1.7 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Manteno 6.1 mi 11.67 pCi/L 3
Manhattan 18.9 mi 8.00 pCi/L 1
Ashkum 19.7 mi 19.00 pCi/L 1
Richton Park 23.3 mi 3.00 pCi/L 2
Crete 23.7 mi 15.00 pCi/L 1
New Lenox 23.9 mi 10.14 pCi/L 7
Matteson 24.8 mi 15.00 pCi/L 1

Kankakee County Radon Profile

EPA mapping assigns Kankakee County to Radon Zone 2, indicating moderate predicted indoor screening levels in the 2 to 4 pCi/L range based on regional geology. Homeowner-submitted tests from 3 cities in Kankakee County average 8.80 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 Kankakee County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Bourbonnais, IL

What is the average radon level in Bourbonnais, IL?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Bourbonnais is 4.00 pCi/L. This exceeds the EPA's recommended action level of 4.0 pCi/L, and radon testing is recommended for all homes in the area.
What EPA Radon Zone is Bourbonnais in?
Bourbonnais and the 60914 zip code are in Kankakee 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 Bourbonnais?
Radon mitigation in Bourbonnais 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 Bourbonnais?
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.