Mold is a fungus that grows on organic surfaces. While most types of mold are non-toxic, some can cause serious health problems, especially in individuals with asthma or allergies. Mold and mildew require moisture to survive. Finding mold is usually a sign that there is a large problem with the plumbing or the ventilation systems in your home. Unless those underlying problems are solved, the mold will return.

Factors Affecting Mold Remediation Cost

If the mold is confined to a reasonably small area, you may be able to clean it yourself. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency publishes guidelines for mold cleanup. However, if the damage covers more than about 10 square feet or  the HVAC system is infected, you should hire a professional mold and mildew removal service.

The most significant factor affecting the mold remediation cost is the additional repair necessary to prevent mold from returning. If mold growth is extensive, it can cause structural damage to wood-framed buildings, and you may need to find alternate housing until the reformation is completed.

Price Range For Mold Cleanup

Mold removal from a residential crawlspace cost between $500 and $4000, but the final cost of a typical mold cleanup project usually comes up to $2000 and $6000. Mold is rarely confined to one area of a home. It tends to spread into the walls and ventilation system, making it difficult to remove.

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Optional Services

A thorough mold inspection should be done both before and after a mold cleanup project. Some companies offer a free inspection, but industry experts recommend having the inspection done by a third party.

Finding a mold cleaning service that you can afford is simple when you use the directory at RestorationMasterFinder.com. Read customer reviews to find the best mold cleanup service in your area and avoid unreliable or overpriced companies. Research your potential mold cleanup company before hiring; otherwise, you may be dealing with an inexperienced cleaning company.

About Vince Sandri

Vince Sandri is a content writer and blogger with more than 12 years of experience. His expertise is in creating content related to disaster restoration, including information about preventing and reacting to natural disasters like flooding, water damage, fire and smoke damage, mold growth, storm damage and more.
Vince has been the main contributor to RestorationMasterFinder.com since 2014. Over that time, he has written numerous service pages and blogs for disaster restoration providers featured on RestorationMasterFinder.com. Vince has done extensive research and covered a wide range of topics relating to disaster restoration to help homeowners, business owners, and property managers better protect their property. He understands the problems that disasters like flooding, fire, smoke, and mold can cause as well as the best ways to respond to these issues to limit the damage.
Vince completed his Bachelor of Arts degree at Aurora University and his master’s degree at DePaul University. He has been writing SEO website pages, blogs, and press releases since 2012. Vince is also a musician and can be seen playing in the Chicago, IL area.