The Bill for Mold Remediation Is Never Pretty

3/7/2019 (Permalink)

Mold damage in a Dallas, TX home.

The recipe for a mold problem is simple. All it requires is floating mold spores finding a food source and moisture. For some insurable events, mold removal is common or even expected. In these cases, mold causes secondary damage to the home. These events include:

• Home fires extinguished by water
• Floods of any kind
• Storm damage that allows rain water inside the structure.

Mold Does Not Need Much Moisture To Cause Trouble

There are many situations where your home can become excessively moist without you realizing it. By the time appears, mold removal is already a difficult task. These situations include:

• Slow water leaks under sinks
• Hidden leaks under dishwashers or behind clothes washers
• Pinhole leaks hidden behind walls
• Slow roof leaks that soak ceiling insulation
  Your Homeowner’s Insurance Should Cover

Mold Remediation

Black mold removal is an expensive proposition when it spreads. The first step should be to hire an accredited mold inspector. It is important that the inspector have the confidence of the insurance company. The company needs an accurate estimate before determining a course of action
Depending on the size of the home and severity of the contamination, expect the inspector to cost between $200 and $800. There could be additional charges for testing fabric and other samples. The inspector to do whatever is necessary to locate all the mold. This may include removal sections of wallboard and other structural items.

When it comes to the actual cleanup, expect the cost to average between $5,000 and $10,000. When contamination is more severe, the cost can reach $20,000, $30,000 or more. In extreme cases, the only cost-effective solution is to carefully tear down the home to prevent the mold from spreading.
Solving Your Mold Problem Begins With a Phone Call
The resources necessary to handle your mold removal are available in the Dallas, TX, area. Your insurer may help you select the best mold remediation specialists for the job.