Housatonic, MA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Housatonic in?

Housatonic is in Berkshire County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Housatonic?

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

Berkshire County

EPA Zone 2

This small village in western Berkshire County sits along the Housatonic River valley, surrounded by the metamorphic rocks and glacial deposits of the Berkshire Mountains. Historic mill housing and rural residences dot the landscape, many featuring stone foundations and full basements characteristic of New England construction. Given the limited radon testing data available for zip code 01236, homeowners in this scenic valley community should conduct testing to understand their property's radon profile.

Housatonic, MA Radon Mitigation

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Housatonic Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Housatonic and the 01236 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Berkshire County, MA

Zip Code

01236

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Housatonic and the 01236 zip code are located in Berkshire County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A radon zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L. The EPA recommends testing every home regardless of zone classification.

Radon FAQ for Housatonic, MA

What EPA Radon Zone is Housatonic in?

Housatonic and the 01236 zip code are in Berkshire County, which has an EPA assigned Radon Zone of 2. A zone of 2 predicts an average indoor radon screening level between 2 and 4 pCi/L.

How much does radon mitigation cost in Housatonic?

Radon mitigation in Housatonic 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 Housatonic?

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