Structural Drying

The Council-certified Structural Drying Remediator (CSDR) and the Council-certified Structural Drying Supervisor (CSDS) perform water damage restoration services. For example, a CSDR or CSDS safely mitigates water losses resulting from floods, fires, hurricanes and other disasters as well as broken pipes and water mains. These professionals have verified knowledge of the principles, techniques, equipment and regulations relevant to structural drying as described in widely published industry texts and accredited standards.

CSDRs and CSDCs possess verified field experience conducting structural drying projects in one or more of the following settings:

• Single and multi-family residences

• Offices and commercial buildings

• Industrial structures

• Government facilities

• Schools and public buildings

• Healthcare facilities

To earn the Council-certified Structural Drying Remediator (CSDR) or Council-certified Structural Drying Supervisor (CSDS) designations, the candidate must:

• Demonstrate verifiable field experience in structural drying

• Pass a rigorous examination based on broad industry knowledge rather than a course curriculum

• Earn the unanimous approval of the CSDR or CSDS certification board

• Re-certify every two years

• Participate in 20 hours of professional development activities each year

• Maintain the highest ethical standards

Accreditation:

The CSDR and CSDS certifications are accredited by the Council for Engineering and Scientific Specialty Boards (CESB), a nationally recognized independent accreditation body. ACAC certifications are the ONLY designations in the indoor air quality field to earn CESB accreditation.