Rolling Meadows, IL Radon Levels
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Rolling Meadows, IL Radon Facts
Rolling Meadows sits in Cook County where glacial till deposits from the Wisconsin glaciation create ideal conditions for radon accumulation in basement-equipped suburban homes. With an average radon level of 6.0 pCi/L based on recent testing, levels in this Chicago metro community exceed the EPA action threshold of 4.0 pCi/L. Homeowners in zip code 60008 should prioritize radon testing and mitigation given the area's elevated readings.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Rolling Meadows, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Rolling Meadows, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Rolling Meadows area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 pCi/L | Rolling Meadows, IL | 51-99 Years | No Basement/All Crawl Space |
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Radon Readings Near Rolling Meadows, IL
Compare radon levels in Rolling Meadows with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arlington Heights | 2.1 mi | 6.17 pCi/L | 6 |
| Palatine | 4.0 mi | 7.80 pCi/L | 5 |
| Schaumburg | 4.2 mi | 4.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Hoffman Estates | 4.2 mi | 6.75 pCi/L | 4 |
| Mount Prospect | 4.2 mi | 5.33 pCi/L | 3 |
| Prospect Heights | 4.7 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Elk Grove Village | 4.7 mi | 7.00 pCi/L | 4 |
| Wheeling | 6.1 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 2 |
Cook County Radon Profile
Cook County is mapped as EPA Radon Zone 2, where the local geology is predicted to produce moderate indoor screening levels between 2 and 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 40 cities in Cook County average 6.44 pCi/L across 82 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and a short-term test is the only way to confirm a specific home's level in Cook County.