Molds are microorganisms that only require oxygen and water to propagate. They usually form a large colony and are destructible to objects and food. They may also be harmful to human health (depending on the type of mold).If this is done by a mold remediation service, for an average house they will first assess locations of mold growth in the house, as well as mold types.
1. Mold Remediation Cost
Molds are microorganisms that only require oxygen and water to propagate. They usually form a
large colony and are destructible to objects and food. They may also be harmful to human
health (depending on the type of mold). For this reason, it is best to get rid of such growths in
the home, e.g. walls, baths, sinks, etc. With low mold remediation cost you can get this work
done.
Molds come from spores that are distributed in the air. They remain as a spore until there is
enough moisture in the environment to grow. The development of these fungi in the home is
usually caused by the presence of high levels of humidity. For example, the steam expelled
from a hot shower that does not have enough ventilation to escape through the windows. This
increase the humidity levels in the bathroom and the rooms next to it. If this continues, the walls
may absorb the moisture and this allows mildew to grow.
Mold remediation is the removal of mold that is present indoors. A variety of methods exist in
the clean-up process: Dry ice blasting: the use of solid carbon dioxide which is pressurized and
then used to clean materials such as cement and wood).
Damp wipe: Water and detergent is used, to simply clean the surfaces that mold are present
on. HEPA (High Efficiency Particulate Air) vacuum: this method requires personal protective
equipment. Vacuum cleaners are used with filters to clean up dried and contaminated materials.
This is useful in the removal of dust in the area of the remediation.
- If the clean-up is performed by the owner of the house, they will only require some products
that have been EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) approved. The extent of mold growth
may be only in some parts of the house. This is considered a “DIY” method and it is the most
low-cost. Estimated to be around $20, and if a respirator is used, costs can go up to $120.
- If this is done by a mold remediation service, for an average house they will first assess
locations of mold growth in the house, as well as mold types. Some molds do not require too
much protective clothing during the removal process and this will reduce the total cost greatly. If
the type of mold is harmful and high-risk then the method of removal as well as the protection
required for remediation will have an impact on the total cost of this procedure. This can cost
from $500 up to $5000.
- Mold can cause severe structural damage in the home. If a remediation contractor is required
for this extent of repair then this can cost $10’000 up to $30’000.