Directory
Water Damage, Mold and Restoration Companies in the Columbia Area
Columbia, South Carolina has 83 restoration and remediation companies in our listings across 6 cities, with 9,776 public reviews between them.
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Cities
By Service
- Water Damage Restoration63
- Mold Remediation55
- Mold Inspection and Testing46
- Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration39
- Sewage Cleanup24
- Biohazard and Trauma Cleanup15
- Hoarding Cleanup3
- Asbestos Testing and Abatement10
- Lead Paint Testing and Abatement12
- Storm Damage and Board Up19
- Odor Removal35
- Contents Cleaning and Pack Out7
What Makes Columbia Different
Columbia sits where the Broad and Saluda rivers meet to form the Congaree. The October 2015 flood sent creeks over their banks, broke dams on small lakes and flooded homes across the city, especially along Gills Creek. Floodwater from outside is always contaminated, and a standard homeowners policy does not cover it, so check your flood risk if you live near a creek or a pond.
Summers are long, hot and humid, so wet drywall and carpet can grow mold within 24 to 48 hours. Air conditioners run for months, and a clogged condensate line can soak a ceiling or a closet. Many homes sit over crawlspaces where damp air feeds mold on the floor joists, so a vapor barrier and good drainage help a lot.
Thunderstorms, and sometimes the remains of hurricanes, bring heavy rain and falling trees. After a tree hits the roof, cover the opening with a tarp as soon as it is safe and photograph everything. Many older homes near downtown and the university were built long before 1978, so test for lead paint and asbestos before any tear out.
Most Reviewed in Columbia, South Carolina
- 1
Stanley Steemer
Google rating 4.9 from 2,184 Google reviews
Top Rated 2026Most Reviewed 2026
Water DamageOdor
- 2
Floor Pro Cleaning & Restoration
Google rating 4.9 from 926 Google reviews
Top Rated 2026Most Reviewed 2026
Water DamageFire and SmokeOdor
- 3
PreVent Cleaning Service
Google rating 5.0 from 837 Google reviews
Top Rated 2026Most Reviewed 2026
Water DamageMold
- 4
Whitehall Carpet Cleaners24/7
Google rating 4.9 from 626 Google reviews
Top Rated 2026
Water DamageMoldMold TestingOdor
- 5
Anthony John Construction24/7
Google rating 4.7 from 439 Google reviews
Top Rated 2026Most Reviewed 2026
Water DamageMoldFire and SmokeSewageOdor
- 6
- 7
Crawlspace Medic of Columbia
Google rating 5.0 from 399 Google reviews
Best in Columbia 2026Top Rated 2026
Water Damage
- 8
Kingsley Water Damage & Fire Cleanup24/7
Google rating 5.0 from 386 Google reviews
Top Rated 2026
Water DamageMoldMold TestingFire and SmokeSewage
- 9
A.M.A Enterprises24/7
Google rating 5.0 from 382 Google reviews
Best in Lexington 2026Top Rated 2026
Water DamageOdor
- 10
SERVPRO of Richland County24/7
Google rating 4.8 from 341 Google reviews
Top Rated 2026
Water DamageMoldFire and SmokeSewageBiohazard
- 11
Streamline Inspections
Google rating 4.9 from 334 Google reviews
Best in West Columbia 2026Top Rated 2026
Mold TestingAsbestosLead Paint
- 12
Rumsey Construction & Restoration24/7
Google rating 4.7 from 295 Google reviews
Top Rated 2026
Water DamageMoldMold TestingFire and SmokeSewage
Checking a License in Columbia, South Carolina
South Carolina licenses contractors through its Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation. Ask for the license number and look it up with the department before you sign, and check with your city or county about the permits the job needs. South Carolina 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 Columbia, South Carolina
| Job | Typical in Columbia, South Carolina | National typical |
|---|---|---|
| Water Damage Restorationper job, a single room of clean water | $950 to $2,800 | $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Water Damage Restorationper job, a typical drying job | $1,200 to $5,600 | $1,300 to $6,000 |
| Mold Remediationper job, a typical professional job | $1,400 to $5,600 | $1,500 to $6,000 |
| Mold Remediationper job, an attic | $1,850 to $7,000 | $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 $950 | $300 to $1,000 |
| Mold Inspection and Testingper visit, a clearance test | $275 to $750 | $300 to $800 |
| Fire and Smoke Damage Restorationper room, light smoke cleaning | $475 to $2,300 | $500 to $2,500 |
| Fire and Smoke Damage Restorationper job, a contained kitchen or room fire | $2,800 to $23,500 | $3,000 to $25,000 |
| Asbestos Testing and Abatementper job, a single area in a home | $1,100 to $4,700 | $1,200 to $5,000 |
| Asbestos Testing and Abatementper job, a 200 square foot kitchen floor | $1,400 to $2,800 | $1,500 to $3,000 |
| Asbestos Testing and Abatementper job, attic vermiculite, whole-house siding or several areas | $9,400 to $18,500 | $10,000 to $20,000 |
| Lead Paint Testing and Abatementper visit, an XRF inspection of a typical home | $275 to $650 | $300 to $700 |
| Lead Paint Testing and Abatementper visit, a risk assessment | $475 to $1,400 | $500 to $1,500 |
| Hoarding Cleanupper job, light clutter in a few rooms | $950 to $2,800 | $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Hoarding Cleanupper job, most homes | $1,850 to $14,000 | $2,000 to $15,000 |
| Hoarding Cleanupper job, biohazard or structural damage | $14,000 to $23,500 | $15,000 to $25,000 |