Mold Removal Cost And Risk In ZIP 98438, McChord AFB WA
A typical professional mold job in ZIP 98438, McChord AFB runs about $1,650 to $6,650 before rebuild. Half the homes here were built before 1972, older than the Pierce County median of 1985.
1972Median year homes were built
76%Homes built before 1980
100%Homes rented, not owned
Not publishedMedian home value
Not publishedMedian gross rent
25Housing units
76 percent of homes in 98438 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, 100 percent against 35 percent across Pierce County. A renter's policy covers belongings and liability, while the owner's policy covers the building.
Typical Prices In 98438
| Job | Size | National Range | 98438 Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mold Remediation | a typical professional job | $1,500 to $6,000 | $1,650 to $6,650 |
| Mold Remediation | an attic | $2,000 to $7,500 | $2,200 to $8,350 |
| 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 | $350 to $1,100 |
| Mold Inspection and Testing | a clearance test | $300 to $800 | $350 to $900 |
The standard limited fungi endorsement caps mold at $5,000. Against a typical job here of up to $6,650, that cap falls short by about $1,650 at the top of that range. Read the form
Water Hazards FEMA Rates For Pierce County
FEMA rates Pierce County high for inland flooding, 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 High |
| Coastal flooding | Relatively Moderate |
| Hurricane | Not Applicable |
| Cold wave | Relatively High |
| Winter weather | Relatively Moderate |
Washington Rules On Mold
Nearby ZIP Codes In Pierce County
Part of Pierce County, Washington.