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Water Damage, Mold and Restoration Companies in the Owensboro, Kentucky Area
Owensboro has 6 restoration and remediation companies in our listings across 1 city, with 156 public reviews between them.
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What Makes Owensboro, Kentucky Different
Owensboro sits on the south bank of the Ohio River, with wide, flat bottomland along the river and its creeks. When the river runs high or a slow storm stalls over the area, low streets, yards and homes near the water can flood. Floodwater from outside is always contaminated, and a standard homeowners policy does not cover it.
Spring brings heavy rain, severe storms and tornadoes, and winter can bring ice and deep cold. Pipes in crawlspaces, porches and exterior walls freeze and split, and the leak often shows up only when things warm up. Long power outages stop sump pumps and heat at the same time. Never run a generator in a garage or near a window, because carbon monoxide kills quietly.
Many older homes near downtown were built long before 1978. Lead paint is common, and old plaster, pipe wrap and floor tile may contain asbestos, so test before you tear anything out. Summers are hot and humid, so wet drywall and carpet pad can grow mold within 24 to 48 hours.
Most Reviewed in Owensboro
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SERVPRO of Butler, Hopkins, Ohio, Muhlenberg and Edmonson Counties24/7
Google rating 4.7 from 77 Google reviews
Top Rated 2026Most Reviewed 2026
Water DamageMoldFire and SmokeSewageBiohazard
- 2
Blue Star24/7
Google rating 4.8 from 50 Google reviews
Top Rated 2026
Water DamageMoldFire and SmokeStorm
- 3
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RH Contractors/Stabil-loc foundation repair
Google rating 5.0 from 12 Google reviews
Highly Rated 2026
Water DamageMoldMold Testing
- 5
Hasgoe
Google rating 4.5 from 2 Google reviews
Verified Remediation Pro
Water DamageMoldFire and SmokeOdorContents
- 6
Checking a License in Owensboro
Kentucky does not license general contractors at the state level, though plumbing, electrical and heating work need state licensed trades. Ask the City of Owensboro or Daviess County about any local license and the permits the job needs. Kentucky 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 Owensboro
| Job | Typical in Owensboro | 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 | $1,750 to $6,600 | $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 $17,500 | $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 | $1,750 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 |