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Water Damage, Mold and Restoration Companies in the Ames, Iowa Area
Ames has 3 restoration and remediation companies in our listings across 1 city, with 415 public reviews between them.
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What Makes Ames, Iowa Different
Ames is home to Iowa State University, and two waterways run through town, Ioway Creek and the South Skunk River. In August 2010, heavy rain sent both over their banks, flooding homes, businesses and the arena on campus. Homes on low ground near either stream should know their flood zone and keep a separate flood policy.
Most homes here have basements, and heavy spring rain on flat, rich soil can push water through floors and walls. A sump pump with a battery backup is worth having. Finished basements hide leaks behind drywall and carpet until mold is already growing, so check the lowest corner after every big rain and keep humidity near 50 percent.
Winters are cold and windy, and pipes in outside walls and garages can freeze and split. Summer brings strong storms with hail and high wind. Many homes near campus are rentals, and renters should report leaks and musty smells to the landlord in writing with dated photos. Photograph damage before you clean up, and keep receipts for fans and dehumidifiers.
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ServiceMaster by Rice - Ames24/7
3.8 from 13 public reviews
Water DamageMoldMold TestingFire and SmokeSewage
Checking a License in Ames
Iowa requires most contractors to register with the state, and plumbers and electricians need state licenses. Ask for the registration number and any trade license and check them before you sign. Iowa has no separate mold license, so ask whether the technicians hold industry certification in water damage and mold remediation, and ask for proof of liability and workers compensation insurance.
What Jobs Cost in Ames
| Job | Typical in Ames | National typical |
|---|---|---|
| Water Damage Restorationper job, a single room of clean water | $900 to $2,700 | $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Water Damage Restorationper job, a typical drying job | $1,150 to $5,300 | $1,300 to $6,000 |
| Mold Remediationper job, a typical professional job | $1,350 to $5,300 | $1,500 to $6,000 |
| Mold Remediationper job, an attic | $1,800 to $6,700 | $2,000 to $7,500 |
| Mold Inspection and Testingper visit, a visual inspection | $175 to $550 | $200 to $600 |
| Mold Inspection and Testingper visit, an inspection with samples | $275 to $900 | $300 to $1,000 |
| Mold Inspection and Testingper visit, a clearance test | $275 to $700 | $300 to $800 |
| Fire and Smoke Damage Restorationper room, light smoke cleaning | $450 to $2,200 | $500 to $2,500 |
| Fire and Smoke Damage Restorationper job, a contained kitchen or room fire | $2,700 to $22,000 | $3,000 to $25,000 |
| Asbestos Testing and Abatementper job, a single area in a home | $1,050 to $4,400 | $1,200 to $5,000 |
| Asbestos Testing and Abatementper job, a 200 square foot kitchen floor | $1,350 to $2,700 | $1,500 to $3,000 |
| Asbestos Testing and Abatementper job, attic vermiculite, whole-house siding or several areas | $8,900 to $18,000 | $10,000 to $20,000 |
| Lead Paint Testing and Abatementper visit, an XRF inspection of a typical home | $275 to $600 | $300 to $700 |
| Lead Paint Testing and Abatementper visit, a risk assessment | $450 to $1,350 | $500 to $1,500 |
| Hoarding Cleanupper job, light clutter in a few rooms | $900 to $2,700 | $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Hoarding Cleanupper job, most homes | $1,800 to $13,500 | $2,000 to $15,000 |
| Hoarding Cleanupper job, biohazard or structural damage | $13,500 to $22,000 | $15,000 to $25,000 |