Black Mold Removal in Humble, TX

Signs to look for

• Black or green-black spots low on walls in rooms that took water
• Bubbling paint or loose wallpaper on an exterior wall
• Dark dust collecting on ceiling vents
• A sour, musty smell in a hall closet or near the AC return
• Stains around the water heater or under the kitchen sink
• Growth that comes back soon after being cleaned

Local conditions in Humble

Humble is a city of about 16,800 people in northeast Harris County, about 17 miles from downtown Houston, that grew from a 1904 oil boom. It sits near Lake Houston, the San Jacinto River and Cypress Creek. During Hurricane Harvey, the river and the creek both breached their banks; the San Jacinto covered parts of Interstate 69 and crested above 68 feet, and rescues took place in the Northshire subdivision. The city manager later said 340 homes in Humble were affected and that many owners had no flood insurance. Some of those homes were repaired on tight budgets, and walls that were not fully dried before being closed up are where hidden dark growth tends to show up years later.

Between floods, the main source is the climate. Air conditioning runs most of the year, attic ducts and air handlers sweat, and drain pans clog. Black growth around vents usually means condensation, not a hidden flood problem, but it still means the AC should be turned off and checked. EPA advises against running a system you suspect is contaminated.

What affects the price

Angi's Houston cost data averages $2,016 for mold removal, with typical jobs between $863 and $3,329. Size, the amount of drywall and insulation removed, and whether ducts or the attic are involved move the price most. Texas requires the assessment and removal to come from separate companies, so expect a second fee for the consultant.

What happens when you call

You are connected with an independent remediation company that serves Humble. For a professional job, a mold assessment consultant who holds a TDLR license writes the protocol, the remediation company carries it out behind containment, and the consultant confirms clearance. Rebuilding then goes through the City of Humble Building Department at City Hall on W. Higgins Street, which requires plan submission for interior remodels and floodplain work.