Mold Removal Cost And Risk In Butler County, KS
A typical professional mold job in Butler County runs about $1,350 to $5,350 before rebuild, using the Wichita, KS price level. Below are the 16 ZIP code neighborhoods, the age of the homes, FEMA's water hazard ratings and Kansas rules.
1984Median year homes were built
46%Homes built before 1980
22%Homes rented, not owned
$199,600Median home value
27,175Housing units
67,916People
Half the homes in Butler County were built before 1984, and 46 percent went up before 1980. Older plumbing, roofs and window seals are where slow leaks start, and slow leaks are the mold most home policies leave out. About 22 percent of homes in Butler County are rented, so most households here carry an owner's policy on the building itself.
Housing age swings by neighborhood. ZIP 66840 has the oldest homes here, a median year of 1938, and ZIP 67002 the newest, 2000.
Typical Prices In Butler County
| Job | Size | National Range | Butler County Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mold Remediation | a typical professional job | $1,500 to $6,000 | $1,350 to $5,350 |
| Mold Remediation | an attic | $2,000 to $7,500 | $1,800 to $6,650 |
| Mold Inspection and Testing | a visual inspection | $200 to $600 | $200 to $550 |
| Mold Inspection and Testing | an inspection with samples | $300 to $1,000 | $250 to $900 |
| Mold Inspection and Testing | a clearance test | $300 to $800 | $250 to $700 |
The standard limited fungi endorsement caps mold at $5,000. Against a typical job here of up to $5,350, that cap falls short by about $350 at the top of that range. Read the form
Water Hazards FEMA Rates Here
FEMA rates Butler County high for winter weather. Water from these events is where mold claims start, and flood water is a separate policy. FloodSmart says mold damage is not covered under standard NFIP flood policies. FloodSmart
| Hazard | FEMA Risk Rating |
|---|---|
| Inland flooding | Relatively Low |
| Coastal flooding | Not Applicable |
| Hurricane | Very Low |
| Cold wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter weather | Relatively High |
ZIP Code Neighborhoods In Butler County
| ZIP | Area | Median Year Built | Built Before 1980 | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 66840 | Butler County | 1938 | 82% | $88,400 |
| 66842 | Butler County | 1974 | 60% | $120,700 |
| 67002 | Butler County | 2000 | 18% | $272,400 |
| 67010 | Butler County | 1982 | 47% | $178,600 |
| 67012 | Butler County | Not published | 100% | Not published |
| 67017 | Butler County | 1985 | 40% | $235,400 |
| 67039 | Butler County | 1978 | 52% | $192,400 |
| 67041 | Elbing | 1975 | 63% | $136,500 |
| 67042 | Butler County | 1964 | 66% | $133,400 |
| 67072 | Butler County | 1972 | 87% | Not published |
| 67074 | Butler County | 1978 | 54% | $118,600 |
| 67123 | Butler County | 1967 | 58% | $112,500 |
| 67132 | Butler County | 1980 | 50% | $211,800 |
| 67133 | Butler County | 1991 | 30% | $228,400 |
| 67144 | Butler County | 1989 | 44% | $166,700 |
| 67154 | Butler County | 1958 | 62% | $136,000 |
Kansas Rules On Mold
Kansas Mold And Insurance Rules
- Most Kansas home policies leave out flood, wear and tear, sewer backup and neglect. KID Home And Renters Shopper's Guide
- Broad form policies cover sudden water leaks and overflow from plumbing and heating. KID Home And Renters Shopper's Guide
- Report the loss fast and make temporary repairs to stop more damage. KID Homeowners Claims Settlement Checklist