Radon / Indoor Air

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer. A radon test result of 4 PCI/L or higher means you should contact a radon mitigation specialist to discuss the installation of a radon mitigation system.

RADon Resources

Harmful effects of high levels of indoor radon gas are a problem. The solution is to reduce the number of homes with high levels of radon.

The aim of National Radon Action Month is to increase the public's awareness of radon, promote radon testing and mitigation, and advance the use of radon-resistant new construction practices.

Radon Contacts: 

  • Radon Information Line (800) 325-1245
  • IEMA radon staff member (217) 782-1325
  • Radon Mitigation Program Information (309) 929-0272  /  radon@tchd.net

  • Cost

Short-term radon test kits are FREE each January and while supplies last after. The price of test kits outside of this annual limited time offer is $8.00.

Location

Tazewell County Health Department is located at 21306 IL Route 9 in Tremont, just west of the town of Tremont on Route 9.

Indoor Air Quality

Over the last several years, a growing body of scientific evidence has indicated that the air within homes and other buildings can be more seriously polluted than the outdoor air. Thus, for some people the health risks may be greater due to exposure to air pollution indoors than outdoors. In addition, people may be exposed to indoor air pollutants for longer periods of time. These pollutants also are readily accessible to susceptible groups of people such as the young, elderly, and chronically ill.