Directory
Water Damage, Mold and Restoration Companies in the Lihue and Kauai Area
Kauai has 5 restoration and remediation companies in our listings across 2 cities, with 234 public reviews between them.
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What Makes Kauai Different
Kauai is green because it is wet. Trade winds push rain onto the east side around Lihue and Kapaa most of the year, and streams can rise fast when a heavy storm stalls over the mountains. Wet drywall and cabinets can grow mold within 24 to 48 hours in this warm, humid air, so start drying the same day.
Hurricane Iniki struck Kauai in September 1992 and damaged or destroyed thousands of homes across the island. Roofs peeled open and rain soaked what was left inside. If a big storm is coming, clear gutters, bring in loose items and know where your water and power shutoffs are. After the storm, tarp any opening as soon as it is safe and photograph everything.
Kauai also has a history with dams. In March 2006 the Ka Loko Dam failed during heavy rain and the flood killed seven people downstream. Salt air near the coast corrodes metal and wiring, and termites move into damp wood. Many older plantation homes sit on posts, so check under the floor for standing water and soft wood after long rains. Never run a generator in a garage or near a window, because carbon monoxide kills quietly.
Most Reviewed in Kauai
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FIRST ONSITE Property Restoration24/7
5.0 from 70 public reviews
Water DamageMoldMold TestingFire and SmokeSewage
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Premier Restoration Hawaii24/7
5.0 from 21 public reviews
Water DamageMoldFire and SmokeAsbestosLead Paint
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Hawaii Restoration Pros of Lihue24/7
3.0 from 2 public reviews
Water DamageMoldMold TestingFire and Smoke
Checking a License in Kauai
Hawaii licenses contractors through the Contractors License Board, part of the state Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs. Ask for the license number and look it up with the department before you sign. Plumbers and electricians are licensed by the state too. Hawaii 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. In older buildings, ask about asbestos and lead testing before any demolition.
What Jobs Cost in Kauai
| Job | Typical in Kauai | National typical |
|---|---|---|
| Water Damage Restorationper job, a single room of clean water | $1,050 to $3,200 | $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Water Damage Restorationper job, a typical drying job | $1,400 to $6,400 | $1,300 to $6,000 |
| Mold Remediationper job, a typical professional job | $1,600 to $6,400 | $1,500 to $6,000 |
| Mold Remediationper job, an attic | $2,100 to $8,000 | $2,000 to $7,500 |
| Mold Inspection and Testingper visit, a visual inspection | $225 to $650 | $200 to $600 |
| Mold Inspection and Testingper visit, an inspection with samples | $325 to $1,050 | $300 to $1,000 |
| Mold Inspection and Testingper visit, a clearance test | $325 to $850 | $300 to $800 |
| Fire and Smoke Damage Restorationper room, light smoke cleaning | $550 to $2,700 | $500 to $2,500 |
| Fire and Smoke Damage Restorationper job, a contained kitchen or room fire | $3,200 to $26,500 | $3,000 to $25,000 |
| Asbestos Testing and Abatementper job, a single area in a home | $1,300 to $5,300 | $1,200 to $5,000 |
| Asbestos Testing and Abatementper job, a 200 square foot kitchen floor | $1,600 to $3,200 | $1,500 to $3,000 |
| Asbestos Testing and Abatementper job, attic vermiculite, whole-house siding or several areas | $10,500 to $21,500 | $10,000 to $20,000 |
| Lead Paint Testing and Abatementper visit, an XRF inspection of a typical home | $325 to $750 | $300 to $700 |
| Lead Paint Testing and Abatementper visit, a risk assessment | $550 to $1,600 | $500 to $1,500 |
| Hoarding Cleanupper job, light clutter in a few rooms | $1,050 to $3,200 | $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Hoarding Cleanupper job, most homes | $2,100 to $16,000 | $2,000 to $15,000 |
| Hoarding Cleanupper job, biohazard or structural damage | $16,000 to $26,500 | $15,000 to $25,000 |