In Stone Mountain, black mold is removed by stopping the moisture, containing the area and removing what cannot be cleaned, the same approach EPA uses for every mold. Patches larger than about 10 square feet are a job for a remediation company. Call the number on this page to be connected with a local mold remediation company in Stone Mountain.
What happens when you call
The number on this page connects you with an independent local remediation company. Expect to describe the room, the size of the growth and any leak, roof problem or plumbing failure you know about. A site visit should include moisture readings and a look at hidden areas such as the crawl space, attic and the backs of cabinets. The written scope should cover containment, air filtration, removal of damaged material, cleaning and drying, and should say plainly what is not included, such as the leak repair or the rebuild. Ask how the company will confirm the area is clean. Many owners hire a separate inspector for that, which Angi recommends.
What affects the cost
- The square footage of growth; Angi's Atlanta cost guide lists $12 to $29 per square foot
- How much drywall, plaster, insulation or flooring must be removed
- Crawl space or attic access, which slows work
- Whether the HVAC system has to be cleaned
- Rebuild work and any historic-district requirements
Angi's Atlanta guide reports an average near $2,775, with most jobs between $1,249 and $4,363.
Local conditions
Stone Mountain, chartered in 1839 and known locally as Stone Mountain Village, covers about 1.7 square miles at the western base of the granite mountain, about 13 miles from downtown Atlanta. Much of the village falls within a historic district, so many homes are old enough to have crawl spaces, original wood windows, plaster and roofs that have been repaired many times. Sloped lots and red clay that drains slowly can keep foundations damp for days after heavy storms. The City of Stone Mountain Building and Permits Department issues building, electrical, HVAC and plumbing permits at City Hall and asks residents to contact City Hall before any construction, even when they think no permit is needed. Buildings in the historic district may also need historic permits for repair work. Renters can report unrepaired leaks to city code enforcement through City Hall.
Checklist before the company arrives
- Stop the leak or shut off the water to the fixture
- Do not sand, scrape or bleach large patches
- Turn off the HVAC if mold is near vents or the air handler
- Call City Hall about permits if the house is in the historic district
- Gather photos and the date the problem started
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