Pittsburg, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Pittsburg in?

Pittsburg is in Williamson County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Pittsburg?

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

Williamson County

EPA Zone 2

Located in Williamson County amid southern Illinois coal country, Pittsburg sits where Pennsylvanian-era coal measures and shale deposits create generally moderate radon potential. Testing data for this zip code 62974 community remains limited, making professional radon testing essential for homeowners in this region. Mixed housing stock, from older farmsteads to newer developments, can show surprising variation in radon levels even within the same neighborhood.

Pittsburg, IL Radon Mitigation

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Pittsburg, IL Radon Testing

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Pittsburg Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Pittsburg and the 62974 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Williamson County, IL

Zip Code

62974

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Pittsburg and the 62974 zip code are located in Williamson 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 Pittsburg, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Pittsburg in?

Pittsburg and the 62974 zip code are in Williamson 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 Pittsburg?

Radon mitigation in Pittsburg 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 Pittsburg?

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