Radon in ZIP code 61943

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ZIP 61943 crosses 3 county lines. Most of its land (57.9%) is in Coles County, Illinois. EPA’s radon zone for this area: Zone 1, highest potential.

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Zone 1 Coles County, IL · 57.9% of the ZIP’s land area

Predicted average indoor screening level above 4 pCi/L.

Zone 1 Douglas County, IL · 34.2% of the ZIP’s land area

Predicted average indoor screening level above 4 pCi/L.

Zone 1 Edgar County, IL · 7.9% of the ZIP’s land area

Predicted average indoor screening level above 4 pCi/L.

What this means for homes in 61943

EPA built its zone map county by county in 1993, so every address in each part of 61943 shares its county’s prediction. The zone is a starting point, not a measurement of your house. Zone 1 areas like this one have a high share of homes above 4 pCi/L, so testing is a priority.

Because 61943 crosses county lines, your county depends on your street. Your property tax bill or county assessor site shows which county you are in. Next: read how to test your home, then check the number with the level calculator.

Radon professionals for 61943

These professionals are listed for the counties that 61943 falls in. Featured listings are paid placements and are labelled.

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Illinois radon help

IL Emergency Management Agency Radon Program (217-782-4977) can help with test kits, local data and credentialed professionals: iema.illinois.gov/nrs/radon.html.

Frequently asked questions

What is the radon zone for ZIP code 61943?

ZIP 61943 spans 3 counties. The highest-potential zone among them is Zone 1 (highest potential). Coles County: Zone 1 (57.9% of the ZIP's land); Douglas County: Zone 1 (34.2% of the ZIP's land); Edgar County: Zone 1 (7.9% of the ZIP's land).

Should I test for radon in 61943?

Yes. EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone, because radon varies from house to house. Fix the home if a confirmed result is 4 pCi/L or higher, and consider fixing between 2 and 4 pCi/L.

Are there certified radon professionals near 61943?

This page lists 61 professionals for the counties that 61943 falls in, each checked against the state's official certification or licence list.

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Radon Test Checklist

A one-page, step-by-step checklist for running a home radon test right the first time, and what to do with the number.

  • Short-term vs. long-term test: which to use
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  • What 2, 4 and 8 pCi/L mean and when to fix

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Sources

  1. U.S. EPA, EPA Map of Radon Zones (text version)
  2. U.S. Census Bureau, 2020 ZCTA to County Relationship File
Radon in ZIP 61943 (Coles County, IL): EPA radon zone · Radon by ZIP