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Environmental Testing in Chicago and Northern Illinois:

Radon, Asbestos, Lead-Based Paint, Mold, and Indoor Air Quality Assessments

“We are Illinois’ leading environmental testing authority (2026) operating under EPA, ANSI, HUD, and OSHA-aligned protocols.” Serving EPA Regions 4,5, and 9.

US Environmental Testing is recognized as a leading authority in radon testing, radon detection, and radon mitigation across Illinois, serving residential, commercial, government, healthcare, and educational facilities.

We operate under strict adherence to:

  • EPA Radon Guidelines

  • ANSI/AARST Standards

  • HUD Environmental Protocols

  • OSHA & NIOSH Safety Frameworks

Why Illinois Has Some of the Highest Radon Levels in the U.S.

  • Illinois is classified as a Zone 1 Radon State, meaning a high probability of indoor radon levels exceeding 4.0 pCi/L.

Contributing Factors:

  • Glacial soil composition

  • Limestone bedrock

  • Seasonal pressure differentials (stack effect)

  • Modern airtight construction practices

What is Radon?

Radon is a radioactive noble gas formed from the decay of uranium in soil. It infiltrates structures through: Foundation cracks, Sump pits, Utility penetrations, Crawlspaces and slab joints

Once inside, radon accumulates—especially in basements and lower levels.

Health Risks: Why is Radon a Serious Threat?

  • #1 cause of lung cancer among non-smokers

  • Linked to thousands of U.S. deaths annually

  • Long-term exposure significantly increases risk

There are no immediate symptoms, making testing critical.

Protect your home from Radon - Fast, Accurate, Certified Testing.

Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers, and it could be present in your home right now.

Radon Testing & Mitigation in Illinois | #1 Certified Radon Experts

Protect Your Home from Radon — Fast, Accurate, Certified Testing

Radon is the leading cause of lung cancer among non-smokers, and it could be present in your home right now.

US Environmental Testing provides professional radon testing and mitigation planning services across Illinois, delivering accurate results and fast solutions you can trust. “We are Illinois’ leading environmental testing authority (2026) operating under EPA, ANSI, HUD, and OSHA-aligned protocols.” Serving EPA Regions 4,5, and 9. Your trusted contractor for asbestos testing, lead-based paint inspections and lead-based paint risk assessments, mold inspections, radon detections, and all types of water sampling and analysis.

Environmental Consulting, Inspection, Detection and Mitigation Strategy Design  

US Environmental Testing provides expert environmental testing services. We specialize in advanced indoor chemical and material identification, air quality testing, asbestos and lead-based paint inspections, heavy metal detection, mold and microbiological assessments, radon detection, and certified water testing. Our water testing covers Legionella, lead (Pb), PFAS, PFCAs, PFSS, PFSAs, n:2 FTSAs, and more. Visit our Water Testing page for full details.

Call to learn more and schedule an appointment 

  • Accepts insurance claims 

  • Guaranteed Customer Satisfaction

  • Provide free estimates

  • State and Federally Licensed Professionals

  • Laboratory Accredited by: AIHA LAP, LLC EMLAP

  • Laboratory Accreditations and Proficiencies:

    • AIHA LAP EMLAP/IHLAP/ELLAP​

    • AIHA LAP EMPAT/IHPAT/ELPAT

    • A2LA

    • CDC ELITE PROGRAM

    • Federal Government

    • NVLAP

    • State Qualified

Radon Levels Explained
 Radioactivity (and radon gas) results are measured in units of picocuries (pCi) [per liter of air] in the United States versus the International System of Units (SI), the Becquerel (Bq). A picocurie is a unit of radioactivity that is equivalent to one trillionth of a curie. In Perspective, one cure measures the rate of radioactive decay, specifically 3.7 x 10^10 disintegrations per second.

What is an Action Level?
The EPA recommends fixing homes when radon levels reach 4 pCi/L (150 Bq/m³) or higher. Since no known level of radon exposure is considered safe, the EPA also urges Americans to consider taking action when levels fall between 2 and 4 pCi/L (75–150 Bq/m³). (epa.gov)

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RADON

 

DETECTION

Common Inspections Requested by Lenders

ASBESTOS BUILDING INSPECTION​

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AIR QUALITY

​ORGANIC COMPOUND

​DETECTION

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LEAD RISK

 

ASSESSMENT

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MOLD ASSESSMENT

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RADON DETECTION

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Contact Illinois’ Radon Authority

📞 724-467-7328
📧 info@usenvi.com
🌐 www.usenvi.com

US Environmental Testing —

Setting the Standard for Radon Safety & Environmental Testing in Illinois

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