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SheetArea 06
PlaceBerkley Square
Distance1.5 mi
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Area 06Berkley Square

Mold removal in Berkley Square

Mold Inspection in Berkley Square starts with the water. Berkley Square dates from 1954 and joined the National Register in 20091. Homes past seventy years old have had their supply lines repaired more than once, and a leak under the floor can run for a long time2.

Finding01

Field notes on Berkley Square

  • Berkley Square dates from 1954 and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on 10/23/2009.1

About 41 percent of homes in nearby ZIP 89106 were built before 19803.

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Where to look first in Berkley Square homes

Rooms to check first here
RoomWhy it mattersFirst step
Slab and floorsExpansive soils have been documented in the Las Vegas Valley for many years, says a UNLV study4.Turn off every tap and watch the meter flow triangle5.
Kitchen sink and dishwasherCDC lists leaks around pipes as a place mold grows6.Shut the supply valve, empty the cabinet and let air reach the wet wood.
Bathroom and showerCondensation on walls, windows or pipes is a sign of high humidity7.Scrub mold off hard surfaces like tile with detergent and water, then dry it fully8.
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Permits in Berkley Square

  • A permit is required to repair damaged or leaking concealed piping9.
  • Minor drywall repair needs no permit only if no framing is touched and the wall is not fire rated10.
  • Changing any part of a heating or cooling system needs a permit11.
  • The Building and Safety Division is at 495 S Main Street12.
Finding04

Storm season here

The flood control district says July through September bring sudden downpours and fast flash flooding13. Check ceilings and window sills after every big storm, and dry anything wet within 24 to 48 hours14.

Q and AQuestions from Berkley Square

Q01Can a 1950s home have a slab leak?

Any home with pipes under the floor can. New district meters can detect very low flows2.

Q02How old are homes near Berkley Square?

Census figures for ZIP 89106 put the median year built at 1986, with 41 percent built before 19803.

Q03Who handles building permits in Berkley Square?

The City of Las Vegas Building and Safety Division12.

Q04How many homes near Berkley Square are rented?

In ZIP 89106, 68 percent of 9,787 occupied homes are rented15. Renters should report leaks to the owner or manager right away16.

Q05Do you come out to Berkley Square?

Yes. It is 1.5 miles from downtown, inside our five mile service area. Call or text (702) 728-4493.

NearbyNeighborhoods close to Berkley Square

See ZIP 89106 or the full service area.

References

  1. City of Las Vegas Historic Properties and Neighborhoods Preservation Plan Element (2010). files.lasvegasnevada.gov/planning/Historic-Properties-Preservation..., checked October 27, 2026.
  2. LVVWD Your Water Meter. lvvwd.com/customer-service/water-service/water-meter.html, checked October 27, 2026.
  3. ACS 2023 5 year, B25034 and B25035, ZCTA 89106. data.census.gov/api/access/data/table?id=ACSDT5Y2023.B25034&g=860X..., checked October 27, 2026.
  4. UNLV, Characterization and extent of expansive soils in the Las Vegas Valley (Dunford). oasis.library.unlv.edu/rtds/1716/, checked October 27, 2026.
  5. LVVWD Find and fix leaks in your home. lvvwd.com/conservation/find-and-fix-leaks/index.html, checked October 27, 2026.
  6. Mold, CDC. cdc.gov/mold-health/about/index.html, checked October 27, 2026.
  7. A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture and Your Home, US EPA. epa.gov/mold/brief-guide-mold-moisture-and-your-home, checked October 27, 2026.
  8. A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture and Your Home, US EPA. epa.gov/mold/brief-guide-mold-moisture-and-your-home, checked October 27, 2026.
  9. City of Las Vegas, When Do I Need a Permit? A Homeowner's Guide. files.lasvegasnevada.gov/building-safety/Forms/General/WHEN-DO-I-N..., checked October 27, 2026.
  10. City of Las Vegas, When Do I Need a Permit? A Homeowner's Guide. files.lasvegasnevada.gov/building-safety/Forms/General/WHEN-DO-I-N..., checked October 27, 2026.
  11. City of Las Vegas, When Do I Need a Permit? A Homeowner's Guide. files.lasvegasnevada.gov/building-safety/Forms/General/WHEN-DO-I-N..., checked October 27, 2026.
  12. City of Las Vegas, When Do I Need a Permit? A Homeowner's Guide. files.lasvegasnevada.gov/building-safety/Forms/General/WHEN-DO-I-N..., checked October 27, 2026.
  13. Regional Flood Control District, Flash Flood Safety. regionalflood.org/programs_and_services/public_information/flash_f..., checked October 27, 2026.
  14. A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture and Your Home, US EPA. epa.gov/mold/brief-guide-mold-moisture-and-your-home, checked October 27, 2026.
  15. ACS 2023 5 year, B25003, ZCTA 89106. data.census.gov/api/access/data/table?id=ACSDT5Y2023.B25003&g=860X..., checked October 27, 2026.
  16. A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture and Your Home, US EPA. epa.gov/mold/brief-guide-mold-moisture-and-your-home, checked October 27, 2026.
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