Braidwood, IL Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Braidwood in?

Braidwood is in Will County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Braidwood?

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

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Braidwood, IL Radon Facts

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

County Will County, IL

Zip Code 60408

This Will County community in the southern suburban reaches of the Chicago Metro sits atop glacial till deposits from Wisconsin glaciation that create favorable conditions for radon production. Comprehensive testing data for Braidwood's 60408 zip code is currently limited, making individual home testing essential. The region's dense clay and glacial drift over limestone bedrock, combined with prevalent full basement construction, warrants attention from homeowners.

8.00

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Will County average: 8.00 pCi/L, based on 30 user-submitted tests across 16 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Braidwood 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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Braidwood, IL Radon Mitigation

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Radon Readings Near Braidwood, IL

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Braidwood 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
Minooka	13.8 mi	11.00 pCi/L	1
Dwight	15.8 mi	7.00 pCi/L	1
Shorewood	16.7 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Manhattan	17.0 mi	8.00 pCi/L	1
Joliet	18.8 mi	6.67 pCi/L	3
Bourbonnais	19.2 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Manteno	19.6 mi	11.67 pCi/L	3
Bradley	20.6 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1

Will County Radon Profile

EPA mapping assigns Will 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 16 cities in Will County average 8.00 pCi/L across 30 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 Will County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Braidwood, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Braidwood in?

Braidwood and the 60408 zip code are in Will 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 Braidwood?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Braidwood yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Will County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Braidwood 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 Braidwood?

Radon mitigation in Braidwood 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 Braidwood?

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.