Mold Removal Cost And Risk In Saline County, KS
A typical professional mold job in Saline County runs about $1,300 to $5,150 before rebuild, using the Kansas nonmetro price level. Below are the 6 ZIP code neighborhoods, the age of the homes, FEMA's water hazard ratings and Kansas rules.
1965Median year homes were built
69%Homes built before 1980
33%Homes rented, not owned
$171,900Median home value
24,146Housing units
53,801People
Half the homes in Saline County were built before 1965, and 69 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 33 percent of homes in Saline County are rented, so most households here carry an owner's policy on the building itself.
Housing age swings by neighborhood. ZIP 67448 has the oldest homes here, a median year of 1938, and ZIP 67425 the newest, 1980.
Typical Prices In Saline County
| Job | Size | National Range | Saline County Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mold Remediation | a typical professional job | $1,500 to $6,000 | $1,300 to $5,150 |
| Mold Remediation | an attic | $2,000 to $7,500 | $1,700 to $6,450 |
| Mold Inspection and Testing | a visual inspection | $200 to $600 | $150 to $500 |
| Mold Inspection and Testing | an inspection with samples | $300 to $1,000 | $250 to $850 |
| 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 $5,150, that cap falls short by about $150 at the top of that range. Read the form
Water Hazards FEMA Rates Here
FEMA rates Saline 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 | No Rating |
| Cold wave | Relatively Moderate |
| Winter weather | Relatively High |
ZIP Code Neighborhoods In Saline County
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