Galena Park is a small city just north of the Houston Ship Channel and east of the 610 Loop. Like the rest of the Houston area, it deals with humidity, heavy rain and AC condensation, which are what feed most household mold. Call the number on this page to be connected with a local mold remediation company in Galena Park.
Mold services in Galena Park
Galena Park, once the Clinton community, grew up as a refinery town. Today it is a city of about 10,700 people (2020 Census), hemmed in by freeways, freight rail and heavy industry, about 13 miles in a straight line east of central Houston. Clinton Drive runs along its industrial edge, with the Clinton Park neighborhood of Houston next door.
Start here: what to do this week
- Find the water. Look above and around the stain: the attic, the AC closet, a window frame, the plumbing under a sink, the roof.
- Get it dry. EPA says wet materials should be dried within 24 to 48 hours. Run fans and a dehumidifier; aim for indoor humidity under 60 percent.
- Size it up. A patch under about 10 square feet is usually a homeowner job, according to EPA. Bigger areas, hidden growth or mold in the ductwork need a professional.
- Protect people. EPA says people with asthma or weakened immune systems should stay away from moldy areas.
- Write it down if you rent. Photos, dates and a written notice to the landlord matter later.
What you see and what it usually means
| What you see | Likely cause |
|---|---|
| Dark ring around a ceiling vent | Condensation on a cold supply register or duct |
| Brown stain spreading on a ceiling | Roof leak or overflowing AC drain pan in the attic |
| Mold at the base of walls | Water that entered at floor level and wasn't dried |
| Spotting on bathroom paint | Steam with no working exhaust fan |
Permits and complaints in Galena Park
The City of Galena Park Permits & Inspections Department at 2000 Clinton Drive ((713) 672-2556 ext. 301) issues building permits, and a permit is required before work on a structure begins. Mold removal isn't described as permitted work, but drywall replacement and structural repairs that follow it may be. The city's Fire Marshal and Code Enforcement office handles dangerous structures and other code violations (713-675-3471 or the online Report a Concern form). Renters should still start with written notice to the landlord; Texas Property Code 92.052 governs repairs that affect health or safety (general information, not legal advice). Harris County Public Health is the county health department.
Cost and licensing
Angi's Houston cost data puts typical mold removal at $863 to $3,329. Size, access and how much material must come out drive the price. Texas licenses this work through TDLR and requires the assessor and the remediator on a project to be different companies, so expect two bills. The job ends with a clearance check and a Certificate of Mold Damage Remediation. Call and you'll be connected with an independent company that serves Galena Park.
Common questions in Galena Park
Does Galena Park require a permit before repairs?
Who handles dangerous buildings in Galena Park?
Why will I pay two companies?
Can I paint over a small mold spot?
Nearby cities and towns
Sources
- Wikipedia: Galena Park, Texas
- City of Galena Park: Permits & Inspections
- City of Galena Park: Fire Marshal & Code Enforcement
- Harris County Public Health: Neighborhood Nuisance
- EPA: Mold Cleanup in Your Home
- EPA: A Brief Guide to Mold, Moisture and Your Home
- Tex. Prop. Code 92.052: Landlord's Duty to Repair or Remedy
- TDLR: Mold Assessors and Remediators FAQs
- 16 Tex. Admin. Code 78.150: Photographs; Certificate of Mold Damage Remediation; Duty of Property Owner
- Angi: How much do mold removal services typically cost? (Houston, TX)
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