U.S. Environmental Protection Agency guidance on mold, moisture and cleanup in homes, schools and buildings.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency publishes guidance on mold and moisture in homes and buildings, including how mold grows, how to clean small areas and when to call a professional. A central message in its guidance is that moisture control is the key to mold control, which matches what waterproofing is all about. When a Nashville homeowner finds a musty smell or visible growth in a basement or crawl space, the EPA pages are a good place to read before deciding what to do.
We are a private waterproofing company and are not part of the EPA. We follow the idea that mold is solved by fixing the moisture, and we send you to the official site to read the guidance yourself. For large areas, hazardous conditions or health concerns, we encourage you to talk with a mold specialist and a health professional.
Visit the official EPA website
Explains that controlling moisture is the key to controlling mold.
Describes how to clean small areas and when to hire a professional.
Offers guides for different kinds of buildings.
Links to resources about mold and health.
Includes guidance for drying and cleaning after water damage.
Free to read online.
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Sump Pump and Dehumidifier Sizing CalculatorEnter floor area, lift, pipe run, ceiling height and dampness to see a planning pump flow or dehumidifier capacity for a basement or crawl space.Try it 
Basement Dryness Checker: How Ready Is Your Home?Pick the area, set the condition and tick what applies to see what to check, service or inspect before the next heavy rain.Try it 
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Small areas can often be cleaned by owners with care. Large or hazardous areas call for a professional.
No. We are a private company and are not part of the EPA. Officials make the decisions, and we help you understand the process and prepare information.
ResourceICCA nonprofit that develops model building codes, including the residential code sections on foundation drainage, damp proofing and…Learn more ResourceNAHBA trade association for home builders and remodelers that publishes consumer information about building and remodeling.Learn more ResourceASHIA professional association for home inspectors that publishes consumer information and a standard of practice.Learn more ResourceInterNACHIA professional association for home inspectors with a large library of consumer articles about houses, moisture and maintenance.Learn more Call us and describe what you have seen. We will visit, find the source of the water and give you a clear written plan.
