West Newbury, MA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is West Newbury in?

West Newbury is in Essex County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in West Newbury?

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

Essex County

EPA Zone 1

Situated in northeastern Massachusetts's Essex County within the Boston Metro area, West Newbury rests on glacial deposits over granite bedrock that can contribute to elevated radon levels in homes. The town features predominantly older colonial and cape-style homes built from the 1700s through mid-1900s, many with stone or fieldstone basement foundations. Testing data for zip code 01985 is currently limited, making radon testing recommended for homeowners throughout this historic community.

West Newbury, MA Radon Mitigation

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West Newbury Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for West Newbury and the 01985 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Essex County, MA

Zip Code

01985

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

West Newbury and the 01985 zip code are located in Essex County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 1. A radon zone of 1 predicts an average indoor radon screening level greater than 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for West Newbury, MA

What EPA Radon Zone is West Newbury in?

West Newbury and the 01985 zip code are in Essex 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.

How much does radon mitigation cost in West Newbury?

Radon mitigation in West Newbury 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 West Newbury?

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.

Most Active Radon Markets in Massachusetts

Cities with the most user-submitted radon test data in the state.

City	Avg User Radon Level	Submissions
Littleton	9.40 pCi/L	5
Gloucester	8.40 pCi/L	5
Florence	7.40 pCi/L	5
Douglas	12.00 pCi/L	4
Weymouth	8.50 pCi/L	4
Mashpee	5.00 pCi/L	4
Natick	5.00 pCi/L	4
Worcester	17.67 pCi/L	3
Attleboro	10.00 pCi/L	3
Stoneham	9.67 pCi/L	3
Hopkinton	9.33 pCi/L	3
Medford	8.00 pCi/L	3
Boxford	6.67 pCi/L	3
Reading	5.67 pCi/L	3
Haverhill	5.00 pCi/L	3
Melrose	5.00 pCi/L	3
Somerville	4.33 pCi/L	3
Woburn	19.00 pCi/L	2
Marlborough	13.50 pCi/L	2
Cohasset	11.50 pCi/L	2