Dundee, IL Radon Levels
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Dundee, IL Radon Facts
Dundee's location in Kane County places it within the Chicago Metro's northwest suburban corridor, where glacial till deposits over limestone bedrock create favorable conditions for radon accumulation. Recent testing shows an average of 14.0 pCi/L, significantly exceeding the EPA's 4.0 pCi/L action level and requiring immediate attention from residents. The area's predominant full basement construction in post-war suburban homes provides ideal conditions for radon entry and accumulation.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Dundee, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Dundee, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Dundee area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 pCi/L | Dundee, IL | 0-20 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Dundee, IL
Compare radon levels in Dundee with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elgin | 4.5 mi | 11.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Algonquin | 4.8 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Lake In The Hills | 6.3 mi | 6.50 pCi/L | 4 |
| South Elgin | 6.9 mi | 6.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Fox River Grove | 7.6 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Streamwood | 8.0 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Cary | 8.9 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Huntley | 8.9 mi | 5.75 pCi/L | 4 |
Kane County Radon Profile
The bedrock and soils beneath Kane County are classified by the EPA as Radon Zone 1, the highest-risk tier, with predicted average indoor screening levels above 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 8 cities in Kane County average 9.33 pCi/L across 12 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and a short-term test is the only way to confirm a specific home's level in Kane County.