Bedford, MA Radon Mitigation and Testing

Q: What EPA Radon Zone is Bedford in?

Bedford is in Middlesex County, EPA Zone 1.

Q: How much does radon mitigation cost in Bedford?

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

Middlesex County

EPA Zone 1

This historic suburb in Middlesex County features predominantly older homes built on New England's granite bedrock, which can contribute to radon accumulation in basements and lower levels. Located within the greater Boston Metro area at zip code 01730, Bedford's colonial and mid-century housing stock may have higher radon entry potential through foundation cracks and gaps. Despite limited current testing data, homeowners should test given Massachusetts' moderate radon risk.

Bedford, MA Radon Mitigation

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Bedford Radon Facts

Key details about the radon risk profile for Bedford and the 01730 zip code area.

EPA Radon Zone

Zone 1 — High Risk

County

Middlesex County, MA

Zip Code

01730

Predicted Screening Level

> 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)

Bedford and the 01730 zip code are located in Middlesex 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 Bedford, MA

What EPA Radon Zone is Bedford in?

Bedford and the 01730 zip code are in Middlesex 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 Bedford?

Radon mitigation in Bedford 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 Bedford?

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