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Round Lake, IL Radon Levels

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Round Lake, IL Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)
County Lake County, IL
Zip Code 60073
Avg. User Level 7.80 pCi/L
User Tests 5

Found in Lake County along the northern Chicago Metro suburban corridor, Round Lake shows radon levels averaging 7.8 pCi/L from multiple tests. The community sits over glacial till deposits that create favorable conditions for radon accumulation in basements. Residents in the 60073 zip code should address these elevated readings, which exceed EPA action levels and require mitigation.

7.80
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 5 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Round Lake, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Round Lake, IL Radon Levels

User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Round Lake area.

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
9 pCi/L Round Lake, IL 0-20 Years Partial Basement
5 pCi/L Round Lake, IL 0-20 Years Full Basement
6 pCi/L Round Lake, IL 0-20 Years Full Basement
8 pCi/L Round Lake, IL 0-20 Years Full Basement
11 pCi/L Round Lake, IL 0-20 Years Full Basement

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Radon Readings Near Round Lake, IL

Compare radon levels in Round Lake with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Grayslake 2.0 mi 5.00 pCi/L 7
Fox Lake 4.3 mi 5.00 pCi/L 1
Antioch 6.9 mi 7.00 pCi/L 4
Gurnee 7.3 mi 5.00 pCi/L 2
Wauconda 7.5 mi 6.67 pCi/L 3
Mundelein 8.3 mi 8.00 pCi/L 3
Spring Grove 8.6 mi 14.00 pCi/L 1
Mchenry 9.0 mi 11.00 pCi/L 4

Lake County Radon Profile

The soils and bedrock of Lake County place it in EPA Radon Zone 2, a moderate-risk classification with predicted indoor averages of 2 to 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 19 cities in Lake County average 6.68 pCi/L across 59 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 Lake County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Round Lake, IL

What is the average radon level in Round Lake, IL?
Based on 5 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Round Lake is 7.80 pCi/L. This exceeds the EPA's recommended action level of 4.0 pCi/L, and radon testing is recommended for all homes in the area.
What EPA Radon Zone is Round Lake in?
Round Lake and the 60073 zip code are in Lake 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 Round Lake?
Radon mitigation in Round Lake 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 Round Lake?
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.