Mold Inspection Fort Smith, AR.
Closer Look Inspectors offers mold inspection and mold testing in Fort Smith, Sebastian County, Arkansas, through a local partner in our Arkansas network.
Why moisture builds up in Fort Smith homes
Water nearby: The Arkansas River surrounds the city on three sides, and the Poteau River joins it at Belle Point.
Flood history: On May 24, 2019, the Red Cross opened a shelter in Fort Smith as the Arkansas River flooded, and by May 25 as many as 200 people had evacuated.
Setting: The city lies in the Arkansas Valley between the Ozarks to the north and the Ouachita Mountains to the south, on a river bluff called Belle Point.
Arkansas summers are hot and humid. NOAA's 1991-2020 normals put average yearly precipitation at Little Rock 50.4 inches. Warm, damp air is what lets mold take hold in attics, crawlspaces and bathrooms.
Housing age and hidden moisture in Fort Smith
Housing: Belle Grove Historic District was most heavily developed between about 1870 and 1930, and its oldest building is the Greek Revival John Rogers House from about 1840.
Where moisture and mold hide.
Illustrative photos of the kinds of homes and conditions found in this area.
Common questions.
Where do the Arkansas and Poteau rivers meet?
How did the 2019 flood affect Fort Smith?
Why is mold such a concern in Arkansas homes?
Why do crawlspaces matter in Arkansas houses?
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