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Westborough, MA Radon Levels

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Westborough, MA Radon Facts

EPA Radon Zone Zone 1 — High Risk > 4.0 pCi/L (Zone 1)
County Worcester County, MA
Zip Code 01581
Avg. User Level 6.30 pCi/L
User Tests 3

Part of Worcester County in the Worcester Metro area, Westborough reports an average radon level of 6.0 pCi/L, which exceeds EPA recommendations. This central Massachusetts community sits in an area where granite bedrock and glacial till create favorable conditions for radon production. Homes in zip code 01581, particularly those with full basement foundations common throughout New England, should consider radon mitigation given these elevated readings.

6.30
pCi/L average
Above EPA Action Level

Based on 3 user-submitted radon tests for homes in Westborough, MA. The EPA recommends taking action at or above 4.0 pCi/L.

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Westborough, MA Radon Levels

User-submitted radon test readings from homes in the Westborough area.

Radon LevelCityHome AgeFoundation
7 pCi/L Westborough, MA 21-50 Years Full Basement
8 pCi/L Westborough, MA 21-50 Years Partial Basement
4 pCi/L Westborough, MA 21-50 Years Full Basement

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Radon Readings Near Westborough, MA

Compare radon levels in Westborough with the closest nearby cities that have user-submitted test data.

CityDistanceAvg User LevelReadings
Northborough 3.8 mi 6.00 pCi/L 2
Shrewsbury 5.4 mi 10.00 pCi/L 2
Hopkinton 5.6 mi 9.33 pCi/L 3
Grafton 5.9 mi 11.00 pCi/L 1
Upton 6.4 mi 7.00 pCi/L 1
Marlborough 6.9 mi 13.50 pCi/L 2
South Grafton 7.4 mi 13.00 pCi/L 1
Ashland 8.2 mi 5.33 pCi/L 3

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.

Radon FAQ for Westborough, MA

What is the average radon level in Westborough, MA?
Based on 3 user-submitted tests, the average radon level in Westborough is 6.30 pCi/L. This exceeds the EPA's recommended action level of 4.0 pCi/L, and radon testing is recommended for all homes in the area.
What EPA Radon Zone is Westborough in?
Westborough and the 01581 zip code are in Worcester 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 Westborough?
Radon mitigation in Westborough 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 Westborough?
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.