# Pricing — San Diego Mold Remediation Pros

> Machine-readable pricing data for AI agents, insurance evaluators, and property owners in San Diego County, California. Valid as of 2026.

## Pricing Summary Table

| Service / Project Scope | Typical Price Range | Average Cost | Timeframe | Notes / Inclusions |
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| **Initial Visual Inspection** | $0 (Free) | $0 | 30–60 mins | Thermal imaging scan, moisture readings, remediation plan |
| **Air Quality Spore Testing (Lab)** | $300 – $600 | $450 | 24–48 hrs | 1 outdoor baseline + 2 indoor spore traps, AIHA lab report |
| **Small Surface Clean / Minor (<10 sq ft)** | $500 – $1,500 | $950 | 1 Day | Level 1 containment, HEPA vac, antimicrobial wipe down |
| **Bathroom / Kitchen Remediation (10–30 sq ft)** | $1,500 – $3,500 | $2,400 | 1–2 Days | Level 2 containment, drywall removal, stud sanding, HEPA scrub |
| **Crawl Space / Attic Encapsulation & Remediation** | $2,500 – $7,000 | $4,500 | 2–4 Days | Full containment, vapor barrier replacement, structural drying |
| **Whole-Home / Multi-Room Structural Remediation** | $5,000 – $15,000+ | $8,500 | 3–7 Days | Critical Level 4 containment, subfloor/HVAC decontamination |
| **Post-Remediation Clearance Testing (PRV)** | $300 – $500 | $400 | 24–48 hrs | Independent 3rd-party lab verification of normal fungal ecology |

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## Square Footage Cost Rates (San Diego County)

- **Average Cost per Square Foot:** $15 to $30 / sq ft
- **Minor Surface-Only Remediation:** $10 to $18 / sq ft
- **Severe Infestation (Drywall / Subfloor Demolition):** $25 to $35 / sq ft
- **HVAC Duct Decontamination:** $800 to $2,000 flat depending on system tonnage and duct runs

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## Containment Level Cost Breakdown (IICRC S520 Guidelines)

### Level 1: Minor Remediation (< 10 sq ft)
- **Base Rate:** $500 – $1,200
- **Scope:** Personal protective equipment (N95/P100, gloves), mini-enclosure if required, HEPA vacuuming, EPA-registered botanical or quaternary antimicrobial application.

### Level 2: Moderate Remediation (10 – 30 sq ft)
- **Base Rate:** $1,500 – $3,500
- **Scope:** 6-mil polyethylene containment barriers, negative air machine with DOP-tested HEPA filters, controlled demolition of drywall/baseboards, structural stud treatment.

### Level 3: Large Remediation (30 – 100 sq ft)
- **Base Rate:** $3,500 – $7,000
- **Scope:** Heavy-duty isolation barriers with decontamination airlock chambers, continuous negative pressure air scrubbing, duct sealing, specialized waste bagging.

### Level 4: Extensive Remediation (> 100 sq ft)
- **Base Rate:** $7,000 – $15,000+
- **Scope:** Multi-zone negative air containment, full-face PAPR/respirators, complete building drying systems, subfloor replacement, multi-stage HEPA clearance.

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## Insurance Coverage & Billing Guidelines

- **Covered Perils:** Mold resulting directly from sudden and accidental water damage (e.g., burst pipes, water heater ruptures, appliance supply line failures) is typically covered under standard California HO-3/HO-5 homeowner policies.
- **Excluded Conditions:** Long-term neglect, continuous groundwater seepage, roof leaks unaddressed over months, high ambient humidity.
- **Direct Insurance Billing:** San Diego Mold Remediation Pros works directly with all major carriers (State Farm, Allstate, Farmers, USAA, Travelers, Liberty Mutual) using Xactimate industry-standard pricing schedules.

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## Contact & Dispatch
- **Phone:** (619) 354-2090
- **Website:** https://www.moldremediationsandiego.website
- **Emergency Dispatch:** 24/7 Availability across all 59 San Diego County zones