Provincetown, MA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Provincetown in?

Provincetown is in Barnstable County, EPA Zone 2.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Provincetown?

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

Barnstable County

EPA Zone 2

Perched at the tip of Cape Cod in Barnstable County, Provincetown sits on glacial outwash sands and marine deposits that generally produce lower radon levels compared to mainland Massachusetts. The historic seaside community features predominantly older homes with crawl space or slab foundations, many dating to the area's maritime heritage. Though testing data for zip code 02657 is currently limited, Provincetown residents should still consider radon testing as coastal geological conditions can create unexpected radon accumulation patterns.

Provincetown, MA Radon Mitigation

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Provincetown Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Provincetown and the 02657 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 2 — Moderate Risk

County

Barnstable County, MA

Zip Code

02657

Predicted Screening Level

2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)

Provincetown and the 02657 zip code are located in Barnstable 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 Provincetown, MA

What EPA Radon Zone is Provincetown in?

Provincetown and the 02657 zip code are in Barnstable 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 Provincetown?

Radon mitigation in Provincetown 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 Provincetown?

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