Montgomery, IL Radon Levels
Check local Montgomery radon levels and find certified testing and mitigation professionals to keep your home safe
Montgomery, IL Radon Facts
Located in Kendall County within Chicago's western suburban corridor, Montgomery shows an average radon level of 8.5 pCi/L that significantly exceeds EPA action guidelines. The area's glacial till deposits from Wisconsin glaciation over limestone bedrock create highly favorable conditions for radon production and migration. Most homes feature full basements typical of postwar suburban development, providing enclosed spaces where radon readily accumulates.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Montgomery, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Montgomery, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Montgomery area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 pCi/L | Montgomery, IL | 51-99 Years | Partial Basement |
| 7 pCi/L | Montgomery, IL | 0-20 Years | — |
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Radon Readings Near Montgomery, IL
Compare radon levels in Montgomery with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora | 3.8 mi | 6.75 pCi/L | 4 |
| North Aurora | 6.3 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Sugar Grove | 6.8 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Yorkville | 7.9 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Naperville | 9.2 mi | 6.25 pCi/L | 4 |
| Plainfield | 9.8 mi | 6.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Warrenville | 10.5 mi | 10.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| Plano | 11.2 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Kendall County Radon Profile
Kendall 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 Kendall County average 8.33 pCi/L across 6 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 Kendall County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.