Gardner, MA Radon Levels
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Gardner, MA Radon Facts
Situated in Worcester County within the Worcester Metro area, Gardner shows an average radon level of 5.0 pCi/L based on limited testing data. This reading exceeds the EPA action level of 4.0 pCi/L, indicating that mitigation may be necessary for many homes in zip code 01440. The community's historic mill town housing stock, built primarily in the early-to-mid 1900s with stone and brick foundations, may be particularly susceptible to radon accumulation through foundation pathways.
Based on 2 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Gardner, MA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.
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Gardner, MA Radon Levels
User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Gardner area.
| Radon Level | City | Home Age | Foundation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 pCi/L | Gardner, MA | 21-50 Years | Full Basement |
| 4 pCi/L | Gardner, MA | 51-99 Years | Full Basement |
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Radon Readings Near Gardner, MA
Compare radon levels in Gardner with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.
| City | Distance | Avg User Level | Readings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hubbardston | 6.1 mi | 5.00 pCi/L | 2 |
| Winchendon | 7.8 mi | 4.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Fitchburg | 9.5 mi | 12.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Princeton | 10.3 mi | 20.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Athol | 12.1 mi | 9.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Rutland | 13.8 mi | 4.50 pCi/L | 2 |
| New Salem | 16.6 mi | 10.00 pCi/L | 1 |
| Shirley | 17.4 mi | 1.00 pCi/L | 1 |
Worcester County Radon Profile
The bedrock and soils beneath Worcester County are classified by the EPA as Radon Zone 1, the highest-risk tier, with predicted average indoor screening levels above 4 pCi/L. Homeowner-submitted tests from 28 cities in Worcester County average 9.12 pCi/L across 41 tests — above the EPA's 4 pCi/L action level, reinforcing the need for testing across the county. Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States, and a short-term test is the only way to confirm a specific home's level in Worcester County.