Verona, IL Radon Levels

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Verona in?

Verona is in Grundy County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: Why are radon readings shown from areas near Verona?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Verona yet, so readings from the closest cities and the Grundy County average are used as the best available indicator of local conditions. The EPA recommends testing every individual home.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Verona?

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

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Verona, IL Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

County Grundy County, IL

Zip Code 60479

Situated in Grundy County in the southern suburban reaches of the Chicago metro, Verona lies within glacial till deposits that create favorable conditions for radon gas migration. While testing data for the 60479 area remains limited, the region's dense clay and glacial drift over limestone bedrock suggests homeowners should conduct radon testing.

11.00

pCi/L area average

Above EPA Action Level

Grundy County average: 11.00 pCi/L, based on 1 user-submitted test across 1 city in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for Verona itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Radon Readings Near Verona, IL

No homeowner tests have been submitted for Verona yet. The closest cities with user-submitted radon data are shown below — explore them to gauge local conditions. Radon varies by home, so testing is the only way to know your level.

City	Distance	Avg User Level	Readings
Marseilles	10.8 mi	9.00 pCi/L	1
Dwight	12.3 mi	7.00 pCi/L	1
Streator	18.5 mi	7.00 pCi/L	1
Newark	19.1 mi	11.00 pCi/L	1
Minooka	19.1 mi	11.00 pCi/L	1
Ancona	23.1 mi	20.00 pCi/L	1
Shorewood	23.6 mi	4.00 pCi/L	1
Pontiac	26.5 mi	10.50 pCi/L	2

Grundy County Radon Profile

Grundy 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 1 city in Grundy County average 11.00 pCi/L across 1 test — 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 Grundy County to test, as levels can differ between neighboring homes.

Radon FAQ for Verona, IL

What EPA Radon Zone is Verona in?

Verona and the 60479 zip code are in Grundy County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L.

Why are radon readings shown from areas near Verona?

No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for Verona yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Grundy County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until Verona homeowners submit their own results. The EPA still recommends testing every individual home, since levels can vary significantly from house to house.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Verona?

Radon mitigation in Verona 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 Verona?

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.