Rockwood, IL Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Rockwood in?

Rockwood is in Randolph County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Rockwood?

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

Randolph County

EPA Zone 2

Situated in southern Illinois's Randolph County, Rockwood lies within the Mississippi River floodplain where alluvial deposits over limestone bedrock create moderate radon potential. The rural community's housing in zip code 62280 features a mix of older farmhouses and manufactured homes typical of agricultural areas. Without available testing data, homeowners should conduct professional radon testing to understand their specific risk level in this geologically variable region.

Rockwood, IL Radon Mitigation

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Rockwood, IL Radon Testing

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Rockwood Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Rockwood and the 62280 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Randolph County, IL

Zip Code

62280

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Rockwood and the 62280 zip code are located in Randolph 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 Rockwood, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Rockwood in?

Rockwood and the 62280 zip code are in Randolph 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 Rockwood?

Radon mitigation in Rockwood 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 Rockwood?

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