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Utah House Cleaning Help
Whether a house cleaner needs a Utah contractor license, when water damage needs a professional, and where to call about a cleaning product exposure. Information only.
Key facts
- Utah's contractor licensing rule lists building cleaning, sanitizing and window washing, including power washing, as activities that do not require a contractor license. (source: Utah Office of Administrative Rules)
- EPA says to dry water damaged areas and items within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold growth. (source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency)
- If water or mold damage came from sewage or other contaminated water, EPA says to call in a professional with experience cleaning buildings damaged by contaminated water. (source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency)
- The Utah Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222, 24 hours) lists cleaning supplies among household poisoning dangers. (source: University of Utah Health)
Common questions
- Does a house cleaner need a license in Utah?: Utah rule R156-55a-301an lists building cleaning as exempt from a contractor license.
Hiring and next steps
- Water damage and mold cleanup: EPA guidance: dry within 24 to 48 hours, and when to call a professional.
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