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SheetArea 04
PlaceJohn S. Park
Distance1.0 mi
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Area 04John S. Park

Mold removal in John S. Park

Mold Remediation in John S starts with the water. John S. Park dates from 1931 and is on both the city's historic register and the National Register1. Many of the city's remaining Minimal Traditional and Ranch homes are here2. Homes this old have been through decades of plumbing repairs, and every fitting is a place a slow leak can start3.

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Finding01

Field notes on John S. Park

  • The John S. Park Neighborhood Historic District dates from 1931 and is on the City of Las Vegas Historic Property Register (3/19/2003) and the National Register of Historic Places (5/16/2003).1
  • Many of the remaining Minimal Traditional and Ranch style homes in the city are in the John S. Park district.2

About 61 percent of homes in nearby ZIP 89104 were built before 19804.

Finding02

Where to look first in John S. Park homes

Rooms to check first here
RoomWhy it mattersFirst step
Kitchen sink and dishwasherCDC lists leaks around pipes as a place mold grows3.Shut the supply valve, empty the cabinet and let air reach the wet wood.
Slab and floorsExpansive soils have been documented in the Las Vegas Valley for many years, says a UNLV study5.Turn off every tap and watch the meter flow triangle6.
Exterior walls and windowsCDC names leaks around windows as a common place for mold3.Note the date of the last storm and the stain size, and take photos.
Finding03

Permits in John S. Park

  • A permit is required to repair damaged or leaking concealed piping7.
  • Minor drywall repair needs no permit only if no framing is touched and the wall is not fire rated8.
  • Changing any part of a heating or cooling system needs a permit9.
  • The Building and Safety Division is at 495 S Main Street10.
Finding04

Storm season here

The flood control district says July through September bring sudden downpours and fast flash flooding11. Check ceilings and window sills after every big storm, and dry anything wet within 24 to 48 hours12.

Q and AQuestions from John S. Park

Q01Do historic homes need different mold work?

The method is the same, fix the water and remove what is moldy. Historic finishes are worth protecting, so we open walls as little as the readings allow.

Q02How old are homes near John S. Park?

Census figures for ZIP 89104 put the median year built at 1975, with 61 percent built before 19804.

Q03Who handles building permits in John S. Park?

The City of Las Vegas Building and Safety Division10.

Q04How many homes near John S. Park are rented?

In ZIP 89104, 57 percent of 14,951 occupied homes are rented13. Renters should report leaks to the owner or manager right away14.

Q05Do you come out to John S. Park?

Yes. It is 1.0 miles from downtown, inside our five mile service area. Call or text (702) 728-4493.

NearbyNeighborhoods close to John S. Park

See ZIP 89104 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. City of Las Vegas Historic Properties and Neighborhoods Preservation Plan Element (2010). files.lasvegasnevada.gov/planning/Historic-Properties-Preservation..., checked October 27, 2026.
  3. Mold, CDC. cdc.gov/mold-health/about/index.html, checked October 27, 2026.
  4. ACS 2023 5 year, B25034 and B25035, ZCTA 89104. data.census.gov/api/access/data/table?id=ACSDT5Y2023.B25034&g=860X..., checked October 27, 2026.
  5. UNLV, Characterization and extent of expansive soils in the Las Vegas Valley (Dunford). oasis.library.unlv.edu/rtds/1716/, checked October 27, 2026.
  6. LVVWD Find and fix leaks in your home. lvvwd.com/conservation/find-and-fix-leaks/index.html, checked October 27, 2026.
  7. 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.
  8. 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.
  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. Regional Flood Control District, Flash Flood Safety. regionalflood.org/programs_and_services/public_information/flash_f..., checked October 27, 2026.
  12. 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.
  13. ACS 2023 5 year, B25003, ZCTA 89104. data.census.gov/api/access/data/table?id=ACSDT5Y2023.B25003&g=860X..., 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.
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