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Water Damage, Mold and Restoration Companies in the Columbus, Mississippi Area
Columbus has 2 restoration and remediation companies in our listings across 1 city, with 7 public reviews between them.
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What Makes Columbus, Mississippi Different
Columbus sits on the Tombigbee River in east Mississippi, and the air stays warm and humid for much of the year. Wet drywall and carpet pad can grow mold within 24 to 48 hours in this climate, so drying has to start the same day. Air conditioners run for months, and a clogged condensate line can soak a ceiling or a closet quietly.
Tornadoes are a real risk. A tornado struck Columbus in February 2019 and damaged homes and businesses across town. Wind opens roofs and walls, and the rain that follows soaks attics. Tarp any opening as soon as it is safe, photograph everything and start drying the same day.
The city has many antebellum and older homes on raised floors, with crawlspaces that trap damp air. Heavy rain can raise the Tombigbee and the creeks that feed it, and low ground near the river can flood. Keep crawlspace vents and vapor barriers in good shape, and keep indoor humidity below about 50 percent.
Most Reviewed in Columbus
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Checking a License in Columbus
Mississippi licenses residential builders and remodelers through the Mississippi State Board of Contractors for jobs above a set size. Ask for the license number and look it up with the board before you sign, and check with your city or county about permits. Mississippi 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 Columbus
| Job | Typical in Columbus | National typical |
|---|---|---|
| Water Damage Restorationper job, a single room of clean water | $850 to $2,500 | $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Water Damage Restorationper job, a typical drying job | $1,100 to $5,000 | $1,300 to $6,000 |
| Mold Remediationper job, a typical professional job | $1,250 to $5,000 | $1,500 to $6,000 |
| Mold Remediationper job, an attic | $1,650 to $6,300 | $2,000 to $7,500 |
| Mold Inspection and Testingper visit, a visual inspection | $175 to $500 | $200 to $600 |
| Mold Inspection and Testingper visit, an inspection with samples | $250 to $850 | $300 to $1,000 |
| Mold Inspection and Testingper visit, a clearance test | $250 to $650 | $300 to $800 |
| Fire and Smoke Damage Restorationper room, light smoke cleaning | $425 to $2,100 | $500 to $2,500 |
| Fire and Smoke Damage Restorationper job, a contained kitchen or room fire | $2,500 to $21,000 | $3,000 to $25,000 |
| Asbestos Testing and Abatementper job, a single area in a home | $1,000 to $4,200 | $1,200 to $5,000 |
| Asbestos Testing and Abatementper job, a 200 square foot kitchen floor | $1,250 to $2,500 | $1,500 to $3,000 |
| Asbestos Testing and Abatementper job, attic vermiculite, whole-house siding or several areas | $8,400 to $16,500 | $10,000 to $20,000 |
| Lead Paint Testing and Abatementper visit, an XRF inspection of a typical home | $250 to $600 | $300 to $700 |
| Lead Paint Testing and Abatementper visit, a risk assessment | $425 to $1,250 | $500 to $1,500 |
| Hoarding Cleanupper job, light clutter in a few rooms | $850 to $2,500 | $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Hoarding Cleanupper job, most homes | $1,650 to $12,500 | $2,000 to $15,000 |
| Hoarding Cleanupper job, biohazard or structural damage | $12,500 to $21,000 | $15,000 to $25,000 |