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Kewanee, IL Radon Levels

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Kewanee, IL Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Henry County, IL
Zip Code 61443
Avg. User Level 8.00 pCi/L
User Tests 1

Based in Henry County in west-central Illinois, Kewanee shows radon readings that currently average 8.0 pCi/L, which exceeds the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L. The community's historic downtown and surrounding residential areas feature a mix of early-1900s homes and mid-century construction, many with full basements. Given the area's glacial till deposits over limestone bedrock, homeowners should prioritize radon testing and mitigation when levels exceed safe thresholds.

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Above EPA Action Level

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

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Kewanee, IL Radon Levels

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

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
8 pCi/L Kewanee, IL 21-50 Years No Basement/All Crawl Space

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Radon Readings Near Kewanee, IL

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

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Annawan 10.9 mi 10.00 pCi/L 1
Geneseo 20.2 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Orion 25.2 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Walnut 26.4 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Princeton 27.3 mi 11.50 pCi/L 2
New Windsor 27.8 mi 6.00 pCi/L 1
Knoxville 29.5 mi 8.00 pCi/L 1
Coal Valley 31.0 mi 12.00 pCi/L 1

Henry County Radon Profile

Henry County falls in EPA Radon Zone 1, meaning the local uranium-bearing geology is predicted to drive average indoor radon screening levels above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action threshold. Homeowner-submitted tests from 4 cities in Henry County average 7.00 pCi/L across 4 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Since radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer nationally, the EPA urges every household in Henry County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Kewanee, IL

What is the average radon level in Kewanee, IL?
Based on 1 user-submitted test, the average radon level in Kewanee is 8.00 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 Kewanee in?
Kewanee and the 61443 zip code are in Henry 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.
How much does radon mitigation cost in Kewanee?
Radon mitigation in Kewanee 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 Kewanee?
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.