Barre, MA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Barre in?

Barre is in Worcester County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Barre?

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

Worcester County

EPA Zone 1

This Worcester County community within the Worcester Metro area sits in EPA Zone 1, where Massachusetts' granite bedrock commonly produces elevated radon levels. The region's glacial till deposits and typical New England basement construction create favorable conditions for radon accumulation, particularly during the state's long heating season. Testing data for zip code 01005 remains limited, making professional radon testing important for residents throughout this central Massachusetts community.

Barre, MA Radon Mitigation

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Barre, MA Radon Testing

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Barre Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Barre and the 01005 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Worcester County, MA

Zip Code

01005

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Barre and the 01005 zip code are located in Worcester 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 Barre, MA

What EPA Radon Zone is Barre in?

Barre and the 01005 zip code are in Worcester 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 Barre?

Radon mitigation in Barre 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 Barre?

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