Kansas City, MO · Jackson County

Mold Inspection Kansas City, MO.

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Why moisture builds up in Kansas City homes

Water nearby: Missouri River, Kansas River and Blue River.

Flood history: Great floods struck in 1844, 1951 and 1993, and the stockyards in the West Bottoms never recovered from the 1951 flood.

Setting: Kansas City proper is bowl-shaped, ringed to the north and south by limestone and bedrock cliffs, with bluffs overlooking the rivers and river bottoms.

Housing age and hidden moisture in Kansas City

Housing: The Country Club District, which includes Kansas City's Brookside and Sunset Hill, was developed in stages between 1906 and 1950, with homes in styles such as Tudor Revival, Georgian and Colonial Revival.

In pictures

Where moisture and mold hide.

Illustrative photos of the kinds of homes and conditions found in this area.

Dehumidifier running in a basement, newer home

Dehumidifier running in a basement, older home

Clear plastic sealed crawlspace with a white liner, newer home

Clear plastic sealed crawlspace with a white liner, older home

Sump pit with a pump in a basement corner, newer home

Sump pit with a pump in a basement corner, older home

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Questions

Common questions.

Which big floods hit Kansas City?

The city's page lists great floods in 1844, 1951 and 1993. The 1951 flood hit the stockyards in the West Bottoms hard, and they never recovered.

Where do the rivers meet in Kansas City?

The Missouri and Kansas rivers meet here. Since 1800 the junction has shifted up the Missouri River.

Does Missouri license home inspectors?

No. Missouri has no statewide home inspector license or board, and bills to create one have been introduced in the legislature without becoming law. Buyers should ask any inspector about experience, training, insurance and professional association membership. Some cities or counties may have local business requirements.

Why do crawlspaces and basements matter in Missouri houses?

EPA notes that crawl spaces with high humidity are common sites of hidden mold growth, especially over bare soil. Missouri summers are humid, so foundation moisture is a frequent buyer concern. EPA also advises grading the ground away from the foundation so it does not stay wet.

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