Wauconda, IL Radon Levels
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Wauconda, IL Radon Facts
Positioned in Lake County along the northern suburban corridor of the Chicago metro, Wauconda sits on glacial till deposits that create highly favorable conditions for radon production. Current testing data shows an average level of 6.67 pCi/L, significantly exceeding the EPA action level. Homeowners in zip code 60084 should prioritize radon mitigation, particularly given the area's predominantly basement-equipped homes built between the 1950s and 1990s.
Based on 3 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Wauconda, IL. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Wauconda, IL Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Wauconda area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 pCi/L | Wauconda, IL | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
| 11 pCi/L | Wauconda, IL | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
| 5 pCi/L | Wauconda, IL | 0-20 Years | — |
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Radon Readings Near Wauconda, IL
Compare radon levels in Wauconda with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Zurich | 4.3 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 7 |
| Cary | 6.4 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Mundelein | 6.6 mi | 8.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Fox River Grove | 6.6 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Barrington | 7.1 mi | 6.00 pCi/L | 3 |
| Grayslake | 7.3 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 7 |
| Round Lake | 7.5 mi | 7.80 pCi/L | 5 |
| Mchenry | 8.6 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.