IICRC hiring checklist (2026)
Independent editorial site. This is a hiring and process guide, not a restoration contract, mold inspection, or insurance advice. We do not perform remediation. We are not IICRC.
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IICRC writes standards such as S500 for water and S520 for mold and offers designations such as WRT. Ask which standard the crew will follow, who will take moisture readings, and whether assessment is independent of remediation. IICRC is not a government license. We are not IICRC.
| Ask | Why |
|---|---|
| Which IICRC designations does the on-site supervisor hold? | Call-center brands are not a person |
| Will you map moisture and give me the readings? | Drying is measurement |
| What category of water did you assign? | S500 categories change methods |
| Who assesses mold, and is it the same company? | Independence can matter for claims |
| What state license applies here? | IICRC is not a substitute |
See city files for Dallas water, Houston mold, Chicago mold, Denver water, and Miami mold.
Questions asked in this shape
Is IICRC a license?
No. It is a standards and certification body. State or local licenses, where they exist, are separate.
What is S500?
IICRC S500 is the water-damage restoration standard. We cite it as a published standard, not as our protocol.
What is S520?
IICRC S520 addresses mold remediation. It is not medical advice and not our work order.
Do you certify contractors?
No.