Mold Removal Cost And Risk In ZIP 97204, Portland OR
A typical professional mold job in ZIP 97204, Portland runs about $1,600 to $6,350 before rebuild. Half the homes here were built before 1943, older than the Multnomah County median of 1971.
1943Median year homes were built
66%Homes built before 1980
94%Homes rented, not owned
Not publishedMedian home value
$783Median gross rent
441Housing units
66 percent of homes in 97204 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.
Most homes here are rented, 94 percent against 46 percent across Multnomah County. A renter's policy covers belongings and liability, while the owner's policy covers the building.
Typical Prices In 97204
| Job | Size | National Range | 97204 Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mold Remediation | a typical professional job | $1,500 to $6,000 | $1,600 to $6,350 |
| Mold Remediation | an attic | $2,000 to $7,500 | $2,100 to $7,900 |
| Mold Inspection and Testing | a visual inspection | $200 to $600 | $200 to $650 |
| Mold Inspection and Testing | an inspection with samples | $300 to $1,000 | $300 to $1,050 |
| Mold Inspection and Testing | a clearance test | $300 to $800 | $300 to $850 |
The standard limited fungi endorsement caps mold at $5,000. Against a typical job here of up to $6,350, that cap falls short by about $1,350 at the top of that range. Read the form
Water Hazards FEMA Rates For Multnomah County
FEMA rates Multnomah County high for inland flooding, cold wave, 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 High |
| Coastal flooding | Relatively Low |
| Hurricane | Not Applicable |
| Cold wave | Relatively High |
| Winter weather | Relatively High |
Oregon Rules On Mold
Nearby ZIP Codes In Multnomah County
Part of Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon.