Lake Bluff, IL Radon Levels
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Lake Bluff, IL Radon Facts
Positioned along Lake Michigan's shore in Lake County, Lake Bluff recorded a 4.0 pCi/L average that falls within EPA guidelines for the northern Chicago metro area. The community sits on glacial till deposits over limestone bedrock characteristic of zip code 60044's geology. While current readings are acceptable, the area's many homes with full basements and the region's geological conditions still warrant regular radon monitoring for long-term safety.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Lake Bluff, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Lake Bluff, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Lake Bluff area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 pCi/L | Lake Bluff, IL | 51-99 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Lake Bluff, IL
Compare radon levels in Lake Bluff with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Forest | 3.1 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Libertyville | 4.8 mi | 9.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Waukegan | 6.5 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Lincolnshire | 6.8 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Vernon Hills | 7.0 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Gurnee | 7.4 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Highland Park | 7.5 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Deerfield | 7.7 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Lake County Radon Profile
The soils and bedrock of Lake County place it in EPA Radon Zone 2, a moderate-risk classification with predicted indoor averages of 2 to 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 19 cities in Lake County average 6.68 pCi/L across 59 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 Lake County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.