Gays, IL Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Gays in?

Gays is in Moultrie County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: Why are radon readings shown from areas near Gays?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Gays yet, so readings from the closest cities and the Moultrie County average are used as the best available indicator of local conditions. The EPA recommends testing every individual home.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Gays?

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

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Gays, IL Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

County Moultrie County, IL

Zip Code 61928

Situated in Moultrie County in east-central Illinois, Gays lies in EPA Zone 1 where high radon potential is common throughout the region. Testing data for this small rural community is currently unavailable, making individual home testing particularly crucial given the elevated risk classification. The area's prairie geology with glacial till over limestone bedrock creates ideal conditions for radon gas production and migration into homes.

8.53

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Nearby homeowner readings average 8.53 pCi/L, based on 17 tests from 10 nearby cities. No readings have been submitted for Gays 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+

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Radon Readings Near Gays, IL

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Gays 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
Mattoon	7.9 mi	9.33 pCi/L	3
Shelbyville	15.1 mi	17.00 pCi/L	1
Charleston	18.6 mi	8.00 pCi/L	1
Effingham	24.8 mi	4.33 pCi/L	3
Tuscola	25.6 mi	17.00 pCi/L	1
Moweaqua	28.2 mi	7.00 pCi/L	1
Monticello	37.8 mi	4.50 pCi/L	2
Taylorville	41.3 mi	2.00 pCi/L	1

Moultrie County Radon Profile

Because of its underlying geology, Moultrie County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 1 — the most elevated classification — where predicted indoor screening averages exceed 4 pCi/L. Direct test data for Moultrie 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 Moultrie County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for Gays, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Gays in?

Gays and the 61928 zip code are in Moultrie County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Gays?

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

Radon mitigation in Gays 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 Gays?

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.