King County
Water damage & mold help in Seattle, WA
Seattle's long rainy season and mild temperatures keep homes damp, and mold is a constant concern. Early-1900s craftsman homes in Ballard, Wallingford and Queen Anne have basements and aging plumbing. Atmospheric rivers bring heavy rain and landslides on hillsides, and occasional cold snaps freeze pipes.
Areas served
Ballard · Capitol Hill · Queen Anne · Wallingford · West Seattle
ZIPs include 98101, 98102, 98103, 98104, 98105, 98106
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Seattle homes and water damage
Craftsman and Tudor homes with basements are common, along with many new townhomes and apartments. Many Seattle homes have converted basements or attached accessory dwelling units, so water damage often affects separate living spaces. Newer townhomes have stacked bathrooms and roof decks, where failed membranes and drains lead to leaks. Older homes in Ballard and Wallingford often sit on lots with poor drainage, where basements stay damp most of the rainy season.
Moisture and mold
Long wet seasons cause mold in basements, attics and bathrooms.
Atmospheric rivers and landslides
Heavy rain saturates hillsides and floods basements.
Earthquake risk
Seattle sits in an active seismic zone, and earthquakes can break pipes.
Older craftsman homes
Seattle's craftsman homes have basements, original plumbing and limited insulation.
Landslides on hillsides
Seattle's hills and bluffs are prone to landslides during prolonged rain.
Wildfire smoke
Regional wildfires bring smoke into the city in late summer.
Combined sewers
Older parts of Seattle have combined sewers that can back up during heavy storms.
Common calls in Seattle
Also available: emergency water damage and all restoration services.
Seattle at a glance
- County
- King County
- Neighborhoods
- Ballard, Capitol Hill, Queen Anne, Wallingford
- ZIP codes
- 98101, 98102, 98103, 98104, 98105, 98106
- Nearby
- Tacoma, WA, Spokane, WA, Portland, OR, Anchorage, AK
Seattle questions
Do I need a permit for repairs in Seattle?
Structural, plumbing and electrical repairs need permits from the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspections.
How do I verify a Washington contractor?
Search the Washington Department of Labor and Industries contractor lookup.
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