Drug Testing Near Me Billerica, MA
If you need a Drug or Alcohol Test in Near Me Billerica, MA , Accredited Drug Testing has many drug testing locations in Near Me Billerica, MA and the surrounding areas. Our drug testing centers provide urine drug testing, hair drug testing, alcohol testing, DOT physicals, DOT drug testing and DNA testing. Our drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers in need of a pre-employment drug test, random drug test and post-accident drug test. We also provide testing for individuals needing a drug or alcohol test for court ordered reasons , probation or family purposes. Same day service is available and most drug testing Near Me Billerica, MA locations are within minutes of your home or office. Drug testing methods include urine, oral/saliva, hair follicle, blood , ETG and breath alcohol testing. Negative test results are generally available in 24-48 hours.
510 BOSTON RD 0.8 miles
BILLERICA, MA 1821
221 Boston Rd, Suite 1, 1.7 miles
Billerica, MA 1862
48 HAMILTON AVE 3.1 miles
BILLERICA, MA 1821
345 MAIN ST 4.3 miles
TEWKSBURY, MA 1876
700 Rogers Street, 5.0 miles
Lowell, MA 1854
39 Village Square, 5.0 miles
Chelmsford, MA 1824
66B CONCORD ST 5.9 miles
WILMINGTON, MA 1887
90 MIDDLESEX TPKE 6.2 miles
BURLINGTON, MA 1803
1 HOSPITAL DR 6.2 miles
LOWELL, MA 1852
10 RESEARCH PL STE 200 6.9 miles
NORTH CHELMSFORD, MA 1863
58 BEDFORD ST 7.3 miles
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
35 BEDFORD ST 7.3 miles
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
POH on-site only 7.6 miles
WOBURN, MA 1801
Onsite Only 7.6 miles
Woburn Ma, MA 1801
P.O. Box 546 8.2 miles
Andover, MA 1810
800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225 8.5 miles
WOBURN, MA 1801
600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400 8.5 miles
Woburn, MA 1801
16 Main Street 9.4 miles
Stoneham, MA 2180
17 MAIN ST APT 2A 10.0 miles
WAKEFIELD, MA 1880
ON-SITE FOR POH ONLY 10.5 miles
STONEHAM, MA 2180
52 BOW ST 10.5 miles
STONEHAM, MA 2180
1 Branch St, 10.5 miles
Methuen, MA 1844
138 Haverhill St, 10.6 miles
Andover, MA 1810
On-site only 11.0 miles
Wakefield, MA 1880
1 GENERAL ST 12.1 miles
LAWRENCE, MA 1841
20 S BORDER RD 12.2 miles
MEDFORD, MA 2155
200 SUTTON ST STE 135 12.4 miles
NORTH ANDOVER, MA 1845
92 HIGH ST 12.5 miles
MEDFORD, MA 2155
37 MANNING ST 12.6 miles
MEDFORD, MA 2155
60 EAST ST STE 1400 12.6 miles
METHUEN, MA 1844
1030 MAIN ST 12.6 miles
WALTHAM, MA 2451
7 DEANE ST 12.6 miles
MAYNARD, MA 1754
41 CARLETON RD 12.9 miles
BELMONT, MA 2478
725 CONCORD AVE STE 5100 13.0 miles
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2138
9 HOPE AVE 13.1 miles
WALTHAM, MA 2453
70 HOPE AVE APT 409 13.2 miles
WALTHAM, MA 2453
601 Concord Ave 13.5 miles
Cambridge, MA 2138
219 CENTRE ST 13.5 miles
MALDEN, MA 2148
51 Sawyer Rd Ste 200 13.6 miles
Waltham, MA 2453
371 BROADWAY 13.7 miles
SAUGUS, MA 1906
228 DANIEL WEBSTER HWY 13.8 miles
NASHUA, NH 3060
101 STATION LNDG 14.3 miles
MEDFORD, MA 2155
10 CAMBRIA ST 14.5 miles
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
376 Arsenal Street 14.5 miles
Watertown, MA 2472
16 WESTWOOD RD 14.5 miles
SOMERVILLE, MA 2143
12 EVERETT ST 14.5 miles
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2138
1 MARINA PARK DR. 14.6 miles
WEST NEWTON, MA 2465
45 Stiles Rd Ste 102, 14.8 miles
Salem, NH 3079
31 STILES RD STE 1300 14.8 miles
SALEM, NH 3079
380 MERRIMACK ST, STE B2 14.9 miles
METHUEN, MA 1844
411 MERRIMACK ST STE 205 14.9 miles
METHUEN, MA 1844
5 MIDDLESEX AVE 14.9 miles
SOMERVILLE, MA 2145
25 PELHAM RD, STE 103A 15.1 miles
SALEM, NH 3079
1493 CAMBRIDGE ST 15.2 miles
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
124 WESTERN AVE 15.3 miles
ALLSTON, MA 2134
114 WESTERN AVE 15.3 miles
ALLSTON, MA 2134
1 ORTHOPEDICS DR LOWR LEVEL 15.3 miles
PEABODY, MA 1960
1400 CAMBRIDGE ST 15.4 miles
CAMBRIDGE, MA 2139
200 GROTON RD 15.5 miles
AYER, MA 1432
736 CAMBRIDGE ST DEPARTMENT OF OCC HLTH AND TRAVEL 15.6 miles
BRIGHTON, MA 2135
271 WESTERN AVE STE102 15.7 miles
LYNN, MA 1904
159 N BROADWAY 15.7 miles
SALEM, NH 3079
Onsite Only #1 15.9 miles
Cambridge, MA 2139
194 NORTH ST 16.0 miles
DANVERS, MA 1923
289 Main St, 16.2 miles
Salem, NH 3079
500 CUMMINGS CTR Ste 4350 16.3 miles
BEVERLY, MA 1915
229 Andover Street 16.3 miles
Peabody, MA 1960
1400 CENTRE ST, STE 208 16.4 miles
NEWTON CENTER, MA 2459
358 HARVARD ST 16.5 miles
BROOKLINE, MA 2446
140 Commonwealth Ave, 16.5 miles
Danvers, MA 1923
300 Main St, 16.6 miles
Nashua, NH 3060
1285 Beacon St 16.7 miles
Brookline, MA 2446
1180 Beacon St Ste 1D, 16.7 miles
Brookline, MA 2446
1101 Beacon St, 1st floor 16.8 miles
Brookline, MA 2446
98 N WASHINGTON ST STE 107 16.9 miles
BOSTON, MA 2114
166 KINSLEY ST STE 203 17.1 miles
NASHUA, NH 3060
49 RANGE RD STE 101 17.2 miles
WINDHAM, NH 3087
319 Longwood Ave, 17.4 miles
Boston, MA 2115
7 FRANCINE RD 17.4 miles
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1701
8 AUBURN ST 17.6 miles
NASHUA, NH 3064
17 RIVERSIDE ST STE 202 17.6 miles
NASHUA, NH 3062
1 HARBORSIDE DR 17.6 miles
EAST BOSTON, MA 2128
101 ARCH ST STE 20 17.7 miles
BOSTON, MA 2110
125 PARKER HILL AVE 17.8 miles
BOSTON, MA 2120
14A BROAD ST 18.1 miles
NASHUA, NH 3064
215 SUMMER ST STE 14 18.2 miles
HAVERHILL, MA 1830
296 Main Street 18.2 miles
Haverhill, MA 1830
156 SAINT ANDREW RD 18.3 miles
EAST BOSTON, MA 2128
850 HARRISON AVE STE 1N67 18.3 miles
BOSTON, MA 2118
922 HIGHLAND AVE 18.4 miles
NEEDHAM, MA 2494
190 N MAIN ST 18.5 miles
NATICK, MA 1760
5 WINTER ST 19.0 miles
HUDSON, MA 1749
286 NEHOIDEN ST 19.1 miles
NEEDHAM, MA 2492
52 CREST AVE STE 7A 19.2 miles
WINTHROP, MA 2152
945 WORCESTER ST ROUTE 9W 19.3 miles
NATICK, MA 1760
50 WORCESTER RD STE 3 19.4 miles
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1702
148 CHESTNUT ST 19.5 miles
NEEDHAM, MA 2492
9 Faun Bar Avenue Ste 2 19.7 miles
WINTHROP, MA 2152
1996 CENTRE ST 19.9 miles
WEST ROXBURY, MA 2132
157 UNION ST 20.2 miles
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
157 UNION ST 20.2 miles
MARLBORO, MA 1752
61 Lincoln St, Suite 308 20.5 miles
Framingham, MA 1702
28 Newton St 21.6 miles
Southboro, MA 1772
50 NASHUA RD STE 301 21.7 miles
LONDONDERRY, NH 3053
200 PROVIDENCE HWY STE 202-203 21.9 miles
DEDHAM, MA 2026
2100 DORCHESTER AVE 21.9 miles
DORCHESTER, MA 2124
370 PROVIDENCE HWY 21.9 miles
DEDHAM, MA 2026
42 BOSTON POST RD W 21.9 miles
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
60 CRYSTAL AVE UNIT B STE 2 23.1 miles
DERRY, NH 3038
199 REEDSDALE RD 23.2 miles
MILTON, MA 2186
92 HIGHLAND ST 23.4 miles
MILTON, MA 2186
707 MILFORD RD RTE 101A, PINNACLE SQUARE 23.9 miles
MERRIMACK, NH 3054
435 Lancaster Street Suite 214A 24.4 miles
Leominster, MA 1453
424 CENTRAL ST 24.9 miles
LEOMINSTER, MA 1453
How to schedule a drug test in Near Me Billerica, MA
Schedule Online or By Phone-Easy As 1, 2, 3
Step 1: Select and purchase your test online or call our Local scheduling center at (800)-221-4291. One of our representatives is ready to assist you and schedule your test. Payment must be received at the time of registration as testing centers do not accept payments,Same day service is available for most types of tests.
Step 2: If you scheduled online, complete the Donor Information/Registration Section and enter where you want the confidential test results sent via email. The zip code you enter will be used to determine the closest drug/alcohol testing center to you and where you will go to take your test.
Step 3: Your authorization form/donor pass will include the local testing center address and hours of operation. It will be sent to the e-mail address you provided. Take the form with you or have it available on your smart phone to provide to the testing center. No appointment necessary!
Urine or hair drug testing methods in Near Me Billerica, MA - You choose!
Accredited Drug Testing offers different testing methods depending upon our customer's needs. With a 1 to 5-day detection period urine testing is the most common method used by employers, courts and schools. However, hair drug and alcohol testing are becoming a frequently used testing method due to a detection period of approximately 90 days.
What is the most common urine/hair drug test?
Both a 5-panel urine or 5 panel hair drug test screens for the same drugs, however, the look-back period or detection window is very different. A urine drug test provides a look back period of 1-5 days while a hair drug test provides use up to 90 days from the date the specimen was collected.
- Amphetamines
- Cocaine
- Marijuana
- Opiates
- PCP
Court Ordered Drug Testing (Probation/Child Custody)
Our local drug testing Near Me Billerica, MA centers provide drug and alcohol tests that are utilized for a wide variety of court ordered proceedings, including probation and other types of government required tests. Observed tests are available and tests results can be submitted for a wide variety of court ordered proceedings including probation hearings, child custody cases, litigation and all manner of government required tests.
Court ordered drug tests should contain detailed instructions specifying the type of test to be administered and the drugs that should be screened for. If sample collection needs to be witnessed in order to prevent potential tampering or substitution, those specifications will be stated in the court order.
DOT Drug and Alcohol Testing Services in Near Me Billerica, MA
We also specialize in providing testing services for all DOT Modes including Trucking Industry (FMCSA), Maritime Industry (USCG), Aviation Industry (FAA), Public Transportation (FTA), Railroad Industry (FRA) and Pipeline Industry (PHMSA) in accordance with Part 40 of the US Department of Transportation Compliance Regulations. Additional DOT Services include consortium enrollment, MVR reports, Supervisor Training and policy manual development. In addition, we offer a complete DOT Compliance Program for single operators and small trucking companies.
Additional DOT Services:
- Consortium Enrollment
- DOT Physicals
- Supervisor Training
- Employer Drug Policy Development
- MVR Reports
- Employee Training
- Background Checks
- FMCSA Clearinghouse Verification/Search
The Opioid Overdose Crisis
Every day, more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids. The misuse of and addiction to opioids,including prescription pain relievers, heroin, and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl,is a serious national crisis that affects public health as well as social and economic welfare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the total "economic burden" of prescription opioid misuse alone in the United States is $78.5 billion a year, including the costs of healthcare, lost productivity, addiction treatment, and criminal justice involvement.
- Roughly 21 to 29 percent of patients prescribed opioids for chronic pain misuse them.
- Between 8 and 12 percent develop an opioid use disorder.
- An estimated 4 to 6 percent who misuse prescription opioids transition to heroin.
- About 80 percent of people who use heroin first misused prescription opioids.
- Opioid overdoses increased 30 percent from July 2016 through September 2017 in 52 areas in 45 states.
- The Midwestern region saw opioid overdoses increase 70 percent from July 2016 through September 2017.
- Opioid overdoses in large cities increase by 54 percent in 16 states.
In the late 1990s, pharmaceutical companies reassured the medical community that patients would not become addicted to prescription opioid pain relievers, and healthcare providers began to prescribe them at greater rates. This subsequently led to widespread diversion and misuse of these medications before it became clear that these medications could indeed be highly addictive.3,4 Opioid overdose rates began to increase. In 2017, more than 47,000 Americans died as a result of an opioid overdose, including prescription opioids, heroin, and illicitly manufactured fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid.1That same year, an estimated 1.7 million people in the United States suffered from substance use disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers, and 652,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder (not mutually exclusive).
Employer/Drug Free Workplace Testing in Near Me Billerica, MA
Many companies and employers may be interested in being a drug free workplace, if so, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in providing comprehensive and cost-effective drug free workplace programs for small, medium and large companies. Organizations that utilize an employee drug testing program are commonly referred to as a Drug Free Workplace. However, many times companies do not fully qualify as a Drug Free Workplace because the drug testing program which they use does not have all of the components which make up a true Drug Free Workplace under their State specific law. Our Drug Testing Near Me Billerica, MA locations are ready to serve your needs.
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What Are the Benefits of Being a Drug Free Workplace in Near Me Billerica, MA ?
- Enhanced Employee Performance
- Reduced Job-Related Accidents
- Reduced Employee Absenteeism
- Lower Workers Compensation Rates
- Improved Employee Moral
- Customer Satisfaction
On-site/Mobile Drug Testing in Near Me Billerica, MA
Do you have at least 10 employees needing a drug or alcohol test? If so, Accredited Drug Testing can provide on-site drug testing at your place of business. On-site drug testing services is frequently used by construction sites, manufacturing facilities, job fairs. On-site drug testing is available for pre employment and random testing. Call us today at (800)221-4291 and speak to our on-site coordinator to schedule your drug testing event in Near Me Billerica, MA .
Drug Testing Locations in Near Me Billerica, MA
Accredited Drug Testing has drug testing locations in Near Me Billerica, MA and the surrounding areas. Many of our drug testing centers open early and have evening hours to accommodate a person's work schedule. Our drug testing locations in Near Me Billerica, MA have certified and trained drug testing specialists ready to serve your testing needs in a friendly, knowledgeable and confidential manner.
Drug testing purposes for employers include pre-employment, random selection, post-accident and reasonable suspicion. Testing purposes for individuals can include court ordered, probation, child custody or for any other personal reason.
Accredited Drug Testing is a nationwide drug testing company with testing centers in Near Me Billerica, MA specializing in Drug, Alcohol, DNA testing. DOT Physicals and Background Checks.
On the road or vacation? No worries! We can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!
With over 20,000 testing centers throughout the United States, Accredited Drug Testing has testing centers in all States and in most cities and towns.
Which drug testing panel is right for you?
Drug test screening groups are commonly referred to as a drug testing panel. The most common panels used are a 5 panel, 10 panel and 12 panel drug tests, (panels specify how many drugs will be screened) however customized screening can be analyzed for drugs such as opiates, bath salts, synthetic cannabinoids and a wide range of prescription drugs.
Customized Drug Testing Near Me Billerica, MA
Accredited Drug Testing in Near Me Billerica, MA also provides customized drug testing for synthetic marijuana, Ketamine, spice, kratom, bath salts and various opioids including Fentanyl, Oxycodone, Vicodin, Percocet, and others. Prescription drugs can be screened including Adderall, Ritalin, and Suboxone with levels reflecting usage.
Additional customized Drug Testing panels available include
- Narcotics
- Meperidine
- Tramadol
- Fentanyl
- Meprobamate
- Butorphanol
- Ketamine
- Nalbuphine, Naloxone, Naltrexone and/or Metabolite
- Pentazocine
- Antidepressants
- Amitriptyline
- Nortriptyline
- Fluoxetine and/or Metabolite
- Sertraline
- Antihistamines
- Chlorpheniramine
- Diphenhydramine
- Doxylamine
- Pheniramine
- Brompheniramine
- Stimulants
- Stimulants Diethylpropion
- Ephedrine
- Methylphenidate
- Phenmetrazine
- Phendimetrazine
- Phentermine
- Phenylpropanolamine
- Pseudoephedrine
- Alcohol (8-hour lookback)
- ETG Alcohol (80-hour look back)
- Other Drug(s)
- Zolpidem
What is a Drug Test?
A drug test is a technical analysis of a biological specimen, for example urine, hair, blood, breath, sweat, and/or oral fluid/saliva-to determine the presence or absence of specified parent drugs or their metabolites. Major applications of drug testing include detection of the presence of performance enhancing steroids in sport, employers and parole/probation officers screening for drugs prohibited by law (such as cannabis, cocaine, methamphetamine, and heroin) and police officers testing for the presence and concentration of alcohol (ethanol) in the blood commonly referred to as BAC (blood alcohol content). BAC tests are typically administered via a breathalyzer while urinalysis is used for the vast majority of drug testing in sports and the workplace. Numerous other methods with varying degrees of accuracy, sensitivity (detection threshold/cutoff), and detection periods exist. A drug test may also refer to a test that provides quantitative chemical analysis of an illegal drug, typically intended to help with responsible drug use.
Does passive smoke inhalation cause a false positive for marijuana?
"Passive" smoke inhalation from being in a room with people smoking marijuana is not considered valid, as the cut-off concentrations for lab analysis are set well above that which might occur for passive inhalation.
Other abnormalities in the urine screen may indicate that results may be a false negative or that there was deliberate adulteration of the sample. For example:
- a low creatinine lab value can indicate that a urine sample was tampered with; either the subject diluted their urine by consuming excessive water just prior to testing, or water was added to the urine sample. creatinine levels are often used in conjunction with specific gravity to determine if samples have been diluted. To help avoid this problem, the testing lab may color the water in their toilet blue to prevent the sample being diluted with water from the toilet. subjects may also attempt to add certain enzymes to the urine sample to affect stability, but this often changes the pH, which is also tested.
How long do drugs stay in your system?
The window of detection or often times referred to as look back period of a drug test depend on several factors. Some of the factors impacting how long a drug will stay in your system are:
- The amount of the drug taken
- The frequency of the drug taken
- The type of drug taken
- An individual's body metabolic rate and general health
- The amount of fluids consumed since ingesting the drug
- The amount of exercise since ingesting the drug
- Other genetic variations that would impact an individual's response to a specific drug
Why choose Accredited Drug Testing in Near Me Billerica, MA ?
Our staff is prepared to assist you with any questions you may have in a friendly and confidential manner and providing exceptional customer service and being available when you need us for drug testing in Near Me Billerica, MA is our #1 Priority and we look forward to serving the needs of employers and individuals who need any type of test.
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Handy Resources
Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing
- National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)
Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.
- FDA: Drug Testing
Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.
- PDR.net
Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.
- BeSafeRx - FDA
Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.
- SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace
Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.
- Drugs.com
Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.
- Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)
Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.
- Merck Manuals
Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.
- SAMHSA Store
Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.
- National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)
Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.
- CDC: Workplace Health Promotion
CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.
- Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing
General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.
- MedlinePlus: Drug Testing
Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.
- University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia
Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.
- World Health Organization (WHO)
International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.
- Healthline: Drug Testing
Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.
- WebMD: Drug Testing
Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.
- National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.
AI Overview
Local Drug Testing: An Essential Guide
Local drug testing plays a pivotal role in maintaining safe and productive environments across a variety of sectors, including workplaces, schools, and sporting events. It involves analyzing biological samples to detect the presence of drugs and is crucial for enforcing drug-free policies. This guide provides consumers with comprehensive information about the importance, methods, and benefits of local drug testing.
Importance of Local Drug Testing
Drug testing at a local level helps organizations comply with legal requirements, supports public safety, and promotes health within communities. It is a deterrent against the use and abuse of drugs, providing a basis for intervention and support when needed.
Common Methods of Local Drug Testing
- Urine Testing: The most common method due to its cost-effectiveness and the ability to detect a wide range of drugs over a considerable period.
- Saliva Testing: Gaining popularity for its non-invasive nature and the ability to conduct tests easily on-site with immediate results.
- Hair Follicle Testing: Provides a longer detection window, up to 90 days, making it effective for identifying habitual drug use.
- Blood Testing: Offers highly accurate results but is less commonly used due to its invasive nature and higher cost.
Choosing a Local Drug Testing Provider
- Accreditation: Ensure the provider is accredited by relevant health and safety regulatory bodies to guarantee high standards in testing.
- Types of Tests Offered: Consider the range of drug testing services offered to ensure they meet specific needs, whether for employment screening, legal compliance, or personal reasons.
- Confidentiality and Privacy: The provider should have strict protocols to protect the privacy and confidentiality of individuals undergoing drug testing.
Benefits of Local Drug Testing
Implementing drug testing locally offers numerous benefits:
- Safety: Reduces the risks associated with drug-related accidents in the workplace and public spaces.
- Compliance: Helps organizations adhere to industry regulations and legal standards.
- Health and Prevention: Promotes a healthier environment and provides early detection, which is crucial for effective drug prevention and treatment strategies.
Local drug testing is an invaluable resource for ensuring compliance with health and safety standards, enhancing workplace productivity, and fostering community health. By understanding the options and selecting a reputable provider, organizations and individuals can effectively utilize drug testing to meet their specific needs.
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Local Area Info: Billerica, Massachusetts
Billerica /b?l?r?k?/ (listen) is a town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 40,243 according to the 2010 census. It takes its name from the town of Billericay in Essex, England.
In the early 1630s, a Praying Indian village named Shawshin was at the current site of Billerica, commonly spelled Shawsheen today, such as in the Shawsheen River. In 1638, Massachusetts Bay Governor John Winthrop and Lt. Governor Thomas Dudley were granted land along the Concord River in the area, and roughly a dozen families from Cambridge and Charlestown Village had begun to occupy Shawshin by 1652. The settlers chose the name Billerica because some of the families originally came from the town of Billericay in Essex, England. The town was incorporated as Billerica in 1655, on the same day as neighboring Chelmsford and nearby Groton. The original plantation of Billerica was divided during the colonial period into the towns of Billerica, Bedford, Wilmington, and Tewksbury.
The oldest remaining homestead in the town is the Manning Manse built in 1696, which was also the residence of William Manning (1747–1814), the author of The Key of Libberty, a critique of Federalist policies. Other notable Revolutionary War era residents included Asa Pollard (1735–75), the first soldier killed at the Battle of Bunker Hill, and Thomas Ditson (born 1741), who was tarred and feathered by the British in 1775 while on a visit to Boston. The song "Yankee Doodle" supposedly became a term of national pride instead of an insult because of this event. The town now celebrates "Yankee Doodle Weekend" every September.