Mold Removal & Remediation in New Caney, TX

Our area flooded in May 2024. What should I expect if mold shows up now?

New Caney grew up along Caney Creek in Montgomery County, and heavy rain in May 2024 flooded the Lake Houston area; New Caney residents were pointed to the Montgomery County Disaster Recovery hotline for help. If water reached drywall, insulation or flooring and wasn't dried within 24 to 48 hours, EPA's guidance is to assume mold. Growth often hides inside wall cavities, under vinyl plank or behind cabinets that were left in place. Remediation means cutting out damaged porous materials, cleaning framing and hard surfaces, and drying the structure before anything is closed up. If your house was built on a raised foundation, the framing underneath gets checked as well.

Do I need a county permit for any of this?

New Caney is unincorporated, so building matters go to the Montgomery County Permit Department under Environmental Health, which lists an East Montgomery County phone line. The county's FAQ says a Development Permit is required for enclosed structures and additions, and for substantially damaged structures in the floodplain. The county's floodplain rules treat floodways as extremely hazardous because of fast-moving water and aim to make sure buyers are told when a property is in a flood hazard area. Ask the county about your specific repair before rebuilding, and keep the consultant's clearance report with your permit paperwork.

How do I know the job was done right?

Texas builds a check into every hired remediation job. The mold assessment consultant who wrote the protocol comes back after the work for a post-remediation assessment, confirming no visible mold or wood rot remains and the clearance criteria were met. Then, within 10 days, the remediation contractor gives you before-and-after photos and a Certificate of Mold Damage Remediation signed by both companies. Keep it; if you sell within five years, the buyer gets a copy.

Local health resources

The Montgomery County Public Health District does not list mold or housing complaints among those it takes. After Harvey, its flooding and storm resources page pointed residents to its Facebook page for mold removal tips. For health concerns, talk with a health professional.