Salem, MO · Dent County
Mold Inspection Salem, MO.
Closer Look Inspectors offers mold inspection and mold testing in Salem, Dent County, Missouri, through a local partner in our Missouri network.
Why moisture builds up in Salem homes
Water nearby: Montauk State Park sits at the headwaters of the Current River.
Housing age and hidden moisture in Salem
Housing: National Register listings under Salem include the Dent County Courthouse (1972), the W.A. Young House (1989), Lower Parker School (1991) and the Nova Scotia Ironworks Historic District (2003).
In pictures
Where moisture and mold hide.
Illustrative photos of the kinds of homes and conditions found in this area.
Questions
Common questions.
What river starts near Salem?
Montauk State Park, near Salem, is at the headwaters of the Current River.
Is radon a concern in south and central Missouri?
EPA lists Jackson County (Kansas City) in Zone 1, with predicted average indoor levels above 4 pCi/L. Greene, Taney, Howell, Jasper, Boone and St. Louis counties are in Zone 2 (2 to 4 pCi/L), and Butler County is Zone 3. EPA says the zone map does not predict any single home and recommends fixing a home at 4 pCi/L or more.
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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