Lake Zurich, IL Radon Levels
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Lake Zurich, IL Radon Facts
Located in Lake County along the northern suburban corridor of the Chicago metro, Lake Zurich sits atop glacial till deposits that create favorable conditions for radon accumulation. Recent testing shows an average radon level of 6.0 pCi/L, which exceeds the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L. The community's predominantly single-family homes with full basements, combined with the area's dense clay and glacial drift geology, contribute to elevated radon readings that warrant mitigation consideration.
Based on 7 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Lake Zurich, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Lake Zurich, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Lake Zurich area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 pCi/L | Lake Zurich, IL | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
| 3 pCi/L | Lake Zurich, IL | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
| 4 pCi/L | Lake Zurich, IL | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
| 7 pCi/L | Lake Zurich, IL | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
| 10 pCi/L | Lake Zurich, IL | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Lake Zurich, IL
Compare radon levels in Lake Zurich with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wauconda | 4.3 mi | 6.67 pCi/L | 3 |
| Mundelein | 4.9 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Barrington | 4.9 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Vernon Hills | 5.4 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Palatine | 6.4 mi | 7.80 pCi/L | 5 |
| Buffalo Grove | 7.0 mi | 6.10 pCi/L | 10 |
| Fox River Grove | 7.5 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Lincolnshire | 7.8 mi | 6.00 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.