Mold Removal Cost And Risk In Clark County, WA
A typical professional mold job in Clark County runs about $1,600 to $6,350 before rebuild, using the Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA price level. Below are the 18 ZIP code neighborhoods, the age of the homes, FEMA's water hazard ratings and Washington rules.
1993Median year homes were built
34%Homes built before 1980
34%Homes rented, not owned
$487,900Median home value
201,114Housing units
510,516People
Half the homes in Clark County were built before 1993, and 34 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 34 percent of homes in Clark County are rented, so most households here carry an owner's policy on the building itself.
Housing age swings by neighborhood. ZIP 98660 has the oldest homes here, a median year of 1967, and ZIP 98642 the newest, 2003.
Typical Prices In Clark County
| Job | Size | National Range | Clark County 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 Here
FEMA rates Clark County high for cold wave. 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 Moderate |
| Coastal flooding | Very Low |
| Hurricane | Not Applicable |
| Cold wave | Relatively High |
| Winter weather | Relatively Moderate |
ZIP Code Neighborhoods In Clark County
| ZIP | Area | Median Year Built | Built Before 1980 | Median Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98601 | Clark County | 1990 | 42% | $517,300 |
| 98604 | Clark County | 1996 | 26% | $543,500 |
| 98606 | Clark County | 1988 | 36% | $676,600 |
| 98607 | Clark County | 1999 | 23% | $648,700 |
| 98629 | Clark County | 1995 | 26% | $568,900 |
| 98642 | Clark County | 2003 | 21% | $622,800 |
| 98660 | Vancouver | 1967 | 61% | $444,300 |
| 98661 | Vancouver | 1979 | 51% | $424,700 |
| 98662 | Five Corners | 1992 | 32% | $424,200 |
| 98663 | Vancouver | 1968 | 69% | $430,900 |
| 98664 | Vancouver | 1977 | 56% | $442,300 |
| 98665 | Hazel Dell | 1987 | 41% | $447,700 |
| 98675 | Clark County | 1995 | 26% | $522,500 |
| 98682 | Clark County | 1995 | 22% | $442,100 |
| 98683 | Vancouver | 1992 | 21% | $501,500 |
| 98684 | Vancouver | 1996 | 25% | $442,100 |
| 98685 | Salmon Creek | 1992 | 28% | $572,500 |
| 98686 | Mount Vista | 1996 | 28% | $546,100 |
Cities And Towns
Washington Rules On Mold
Washington Mold And Insurance Rules
- Many Washington home policies give limited mold coverage, but only when a covered loss like a burst pipe causes it. Leaks, water damage and mold, Washington OIC
- If your Washington policy has no mold coverage, you may be able to add it. Leaks, water damage and mold, Washington OIC
- Washington landlords must give tenants state health department information about indoor mold. RCW 59.18.060
- Washington renters should tell the landlord in writing about leaks or moisture right away. Renters, Landlords, and Mold, WA Department of Health
All Washington Mold And Insurance Rules lines
Washington Office of the Insurance Commissioner
- Many Washington home policies give limited mold coverage only when the mold comes from a covered loss like a pipe that suddenly bursts. Leaks, water damage, and mold
- If your policy has no mold coverage you may be able to add it, but it is usually very limited. Leaks, water damage, and mold
- Check your crawlspace often for dampness, moldy smells and sagging insulation. Leaks, water damage, and mold