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East Freetown, MA Radon Levels

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East Freetown, MA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 2 — Moderate Risk 2–4 pCi/L (Zone 2)
County Bristol County, MA
Zip Code 02717

Southeastern Massachusetts community East Freetown lies within Bristol County and the Providence Metro area, where zip code 02717 encompasses rural residential properties on glacial till soils. While radon testing data for this specific area remains limited, the region's EPA Zone 2 classification indicates moderate radon potential that varies by location. The area's housing includes both historic New England homes with stone foundations and newer construction, making individual radon testing important for determining site-specific risk levels.

7.53
pCi/L area average
Above EPA Action Level

Bristol County average: 7.53 pCi/L, based on 15 user-submitted tests across 11 cities in the county. No homeowner readings have been submitted for East Freetown itself yet, so this county figure is the closest available benchmark. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Radon Readings Near East Freetown, MA

No homeowner tests have been submitted for East Freetown yet. The closest cities with user-submitted radon data are shown below — explore them to gauge local conditions. Radon varies by home, so testing is the only way to know your level.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Acushnet 5.4 mi 11.00 pCi/L 1
New Bedford 8.1 mi 6.00 pCi/L 2
North Dartmouth 9.1 mi 10.00 pCi/L 1
Somerset 10.2 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Fall River 10.6 mi 4.50 pCi/L 2
South Dartmouth 13.6 mi 20.00 pCi/L 1
Westport 14.5 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1
Rehoboth 16.0 mi 4.00 pCi/L 1

Bristol County Radon Profile

EPA mapping assigns Bristol County to Radon Zone 2, indicating moderate predicted indoor screening levels in the 2 to 4 pCi/L range based on regional geology. Homeowner-submitted tests from 11 cities in Bristol County average 7.53 pCi/L across 15 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. As the second leading cause of lung cancer in the U.S., radon warrants testing in every Bristol County home regardless of zone or a neighbor's results.

Radon FAQ for East Freetown, MA

What EPA Radon Zone is East Freetown in?
East Freetown and the 02717 zip code are in Bristol 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.
Why are radon readings shown from areas near East Freetown?
No homeowner radon tests have been submitted for East Freetown yet. Because radon is driven by regional soil and bedrock geology, readings from the closest cities—and the Bristol County average—are the best available indicator of local conditions until East Freetown homeowners submit their own results. The EPA still recommends testing every individual home, since levels can vary significantly from house to house.
How much does radon mitigation cost in East Freetown?
Radon mitigation in East Freetown 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 East Freetown?
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.