Pierce County
Water damage & mold help in Tacoma, WA
Tacoma sits on Commencement Bay, in the shadow of Mount Rainier. Long, wet winters and atmospheric river storms bring roof leaks, basement water and mold, and the city's older homes in the North End and Stadium District have aging plumbing. Landslides on steep bluffs are another risk during prolonged rain.
Areas served
Stadium District · North End · Hilltop · Proctor · South Tacoma
ZIPs include 98402, 98403, 98404, 98405, 98406, 98407
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Tacoma homes and water damage
The North End and Stadium District have early-1900s craftsman homes with basements, plaster walls and older roofs. Many homes have converted basements that take on water during heavy rain. Newer townhomes have stacked bathrooms and roof decks, where failed membranes lead to leaks.
Rain and moisture
Long wet seasons cause roof leaks and mold in basements, attics and bathrooms.
Atmospheric rivers
Heavy, prolonged rain saturates soil and floods low areas.
Landslides
Steep bluffs along the waterfront are prone to slides in heavy rain.
Older plumbing
Early-1900s homes have aging galvanized supply lines.
Older roofs
Many older homes have aging roofs and moss that hold moisture and lead to leaks.
Basement water
Heavy rain and high groundwater seep into older foundations.
Earthquake risk
Tacoma sits in an active seismic zone, and earthquakes can break pipes and water heaters.
Wildfire smoke
Summer wildfires bring smoke into the city.
Crawlspace moisture
Wet winters raise moisture under homes, causing mold.
Common calls in Tacoma
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Tacoma at a glance
- County
- Pierce County
- Neighborhoods
- Stadium District, North End, Hilltop, Proctor
- ZIP codes
- 98402, 98403, 98404, 98405, 98406, 98407
- Nearby
- Seattle, WA, Spokane, WA, Portland, OR
Tacoma questions
Do I need a permit for repairs in Tacoma?
Structural, plumbing and electrical repairs need permits from the City of Tacoma Planning and Development Services.
How do I verify a Washington contractor?
Search the Washington Department of Labor and Industries contractor lookup.
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