Contact your landlord FIRST if you have health concerns with your rental unit. The following is a general guide for who to call if you need more information regarding mold, vermin (rats, insects), or other health related concerns.

Information about mold.

• Ten things you should know about mold (EPA). Website: https://www.epa.gov/mold/ten-things-you-should-know-about-mold
• Indoor air quality and mold prevention guidelines (King County): www.kingcounty.gov/mold
• Mold cleanup (EPA): https://www.epa.gov/mold/mold-cleanup-your-home
• Mold guidance for tenants and landlords (Northwest Clean Air Agency): https://kingcounty.gov/depts/health/environmental-health/toxins-air-quality/~/media/depts/health/environmental-health/documents/toxins/MoldGuidanceRentalsNWCAA.ashx

My rental has a problem with vermin (rats, insects).

Call Public Health, Environmental Health Division - Environmental Health Services. Website: https://kingcounty.gov/depts/health/environmental-health/animals.aspx. Phone: 206-263-9566

I am concerned about the septic tank.

Call Eastgate District Office - Environmental Health Services. Website: www.kingcounty.gov/oss. Phone: 206-477-8050

I am concerned about sewage problems.

If the issue is within your residence or its property, contact the landlord.

If the issue is on a public street, visit our website.  Website: https://www.seatacwa.gov/services/utilities. 

I need information on asbestos.

Call Puget Sound Clear Air Agency. Phone: 206-343-8800

I need information on household waste.

Call King County Health Dept. Household Hazards Line: 206-296-4692

I have questions about mold, mildew, or other indoor air quality problems.

Call King County Health Dept. Indoor Air Specialists: 206-296-4632

I have questions about lead or lead-based paint.

Contact the National Lead Information Center: Website: https://www.epa.gov/lead/forms/lead-hotline-national-lead-information-center

Language Access and Contact for More Information

Language Access and Non Discrimination Resources

For additional information about the rental housing in SeaTac, email rentalhousing@seatacwa.gov.