Plano, IL Radon Levels
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Plano, IL Radon Facts
Positioned in Kendall County southwest of Chicago, Plano sits atop glacial till deposits that create highly favorable conditions for radon gas production and migration. Local testing reveals an average radon level of 10.0 pCi/L, which significantly exceeds the EPA action level and indicates substantial radon risk for homes in zip code 60545. Given these elevated readings and the area's geological setting, residents should prioritize professional radon testing and consider mitigation systems to reduce indoor exposure levels.
Based on 1 user-submitted radon test for homes in Plano, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Plano, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Plano area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 pCi/L | Plano, IL | 51-99 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Plano, IL
Compare radon levels in Plano with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yorkville | 5.3 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Sugar Grove | 9.0 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Newark | 9.7 mi | 11.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Montgomery | 11.2 mi | 8.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| North Aurora | 14.6 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Aurora | 14.7 mi | 6.75 pCi/L | 4 |
| Plainfield | 17.3 mi | 6.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Cortland | 19.1 mi | 5.00 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.