Pinckneyville, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Pinckneyville in?

Pinckneyville is in Perry County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Pinckneyville?

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

Perry County

EPA Zone 2

Situated in Perry County within southern Illinois's coal belt region, Pinckneyville occupies ZIP 62274 in EPA Zone 2. While specific radon testing data for the community remains limited, homeowners should consider assessment given the area's geological characteristics. The region's Pennsylvanian-era coal measures and shale deposits over limestone create moderate radon potential that can vary between individual properties.

Pinckneyville, IL Radon Mitigation

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Pinckneyville Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Pinckneyville and the 62274 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Perry County, IL

Zip Code

62274

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Pinckneyville and the 62274 zip code are located in Perry County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A radon zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Pinckneyville, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Pinckneyville in?

Pinckneyville and the 62274 zip code are in Perry County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Pinckneyville?

Radon mitigation in Pinckneyville 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 Pinckneyville?

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.

Most Active Radon Markets in Illinois

Cities with the most user-submitted radon test data in the state.

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Buffalo Grove	6.10 pCi/L	10
Crystal Lake	7.25 pCi/L	8
Lake Zurich	6.00 pCi/L	7
Grayslake	5.00 pCi/L	7
New Lenox	10.17 pCi/L	6
Park Ridge	7.00 pCi/L	6
Arlington Heights	6.17 pCi/L	6
Waterloo	9.20 pCi/L	5
Palatine	7.80 pCi/L	5
Round Lake	7.80 pCi/L	5
Northbrook	6.20 pCi/L	5
Mchenry	11.00 pCi/L	4
Dekalb	8.75 pCi/L	4
Columbia	8.00 pCi/L	4
Lisle	7.25 pCi/L	4
Normal	7.25 pCi/L	4
Antioch	7.00 pCi/L	4
Elk Grove Village	7.00 pCi/L	4
Aurora	6.75 pCi/L	4
Hoffman Estates	6.75 pCi/L	4