Edgewood, IL Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Edgewood in?

Edgewood is in Clay County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Edgewood?

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

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Edgewood, IL Radon Facts

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

County Clay County, IL

Zip Code 62426

Located in southeastern Illinois's Clay County, Edgewood sits on glacial deposits over Pennsylvanian bedrock formations that characterize much of the state's interior. The small agricultural community features farmhouses and rural homes spanning several decades of construction, typically with partial or full basements common to the region's building traditions. With testing data unavailable for ZIP code 62426, local homeowners should prioritize radon testing given the area's EPA Zone 2 classification.

8.00

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Nearby homeowner readings average 8.00 pCi/L, based on 11 tests from 7 nearby cities. No readings have been submitted for Edgewood yet, so the closest recorded data is shown as a benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

4.0 EPA

10+

Edgewood, IL Radon Mitigation

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Radon Readings Near Edgewood, IL

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Edgewood 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
Effingham	16.2 mi	4.33 pCi/L	3
Kell	29.9 mi	5.00 pCi/L	1
Shelbyville	39.1 mi	17.00 pCi/L	1
Mount Vernon	42.6 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Mattoon	42.8 mi	9.33 pCi/L	3
Carlyle	43.6 mi	13.00 pCi/L	1
Charleston	48.1 mi	8.00 pCi/L	1

Clay County Radon Profile

EPA mapping assigns Clay County to Radon Zone 2, indicating moderate predicted indoor screening levels in the 2 to 4 pCi/L range based on regional geology. Direct test data for Clay County remains limited, so the closest neighboring readings are used here to represent the radon conditions homeowners are likely to encounter. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Clay County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Edgewood, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Edgewood in?

Edgewood and the 62426 zip code are in Clay 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 Edgewood?

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

Radon mitigation in Edgewood 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 Edgewood?

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.