Manchester, MA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Manchester in?

Manchester is in Essex County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Manchester?

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

This coastal Essex County community sits along Massachusetts Bay, where glacial deposits over bedrock create the geological foundation for the greater Boston Metro area. Manchester's housing character reflects classic New England architecture, including historic homes with fieldstone basements and newer coastal properties with various foundation types. Radon testing data for the 01944 zip code remains limited, making professional testing advisable for all residents.

Manchester, MA Radon Mitigation

Professional radon mitigation is the most effective way to permanently lower radon levels and protect your household.

Manchester, MA Radon Testing

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Manchester Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Manchester and the 01944 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Essex County, MA

Zip Code

01944

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Manchester and the 01944 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 Manchester, MA

What EPA Radon Zone is Manchester in?

Manchester and the 01944 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 Manchester?

Radon mitigation in Manchester 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 Manchester?

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