Mold Remediation Cost in Lubbock, TX
Typical price ranges, what drives them, a quick calculator, and the Texas two-firm detail most cost guides leave out. Then get free, no-obligation quotes from licensed local pros to see what your job will actually cost.
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Typical national ranges from cost guides, 2024–2026 — not quotes. No reliable Lubbock-specific price survey was found, so treat these as a starting point.
| Item | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Mold remediation, typical job | $1,200–$3,750 (This Old House avg about $2,300); Fixr range $1,500–$9,000, avg about $3,500 |
| Per square foot of affected area | $10–$30 |
| By size: 50 / 100 / 200 / 500 / 1,000 sq ft | $500–$1,250 / $1,000–$2,500 / $2,000–$5,000 / $5,000–$12,500 / $10,000–$25,000 |
| Bathroom | $500–$1,000 |
| Ceilings / walls | $1,000–$9,000 / $1,000–$12,000 |
| Attic | $1,000–$9,000 |
| HVAC system | $3,000–$10,000 |
| Whole house | $10,000–$30,000 |
| Mold inspection | $450–$800 (HomeAdvisor data via Bob Vila: $299–$1,014, avg about $656) |
| Air sample testing | $250–$350 (advanced up to $700) |
| Inspection + remediation, average home | $1,950–$5,800 |
Sources: This Old House (updated March 2026), Fixr (updated August 2025) and Bob Vila (updated June 2024). These are estimates. The real price comes from licensed pros after an on-site assessment.
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Multiply the affected area by the typical $10–$30 per square foot, then add common extras such as an inspection or HVAC work.
Estimate only, based on typical national ranges from cost guides. It is not a quote. Your price depends on an on-site assessment by the licensed companies you hire, and it does not include repairing the leak or rebuilding.
What drives the cost of mold remediation
- Size of the affected area. Cost guides price most jobs by square foot, so a 50 sq ft patch and a 500 sq ft attic land in very different ranges.
- Where the mold is. A bathroom is usually the least expensive area. Attics, wall cavities, ceilings and HVAC systems cost more because of access, containment and the materials involved.
- What has to be removed. Porous materials such as drywall, insulation and carpet pad are often cut out and bagged rather than cleaned, which adds labor and disposal.
- Containment and air handling. Larger jobs typically need plastic containment, negative air pressure and HEPA filtration so spores don't spread to the rest of the house.
- Testing and clearance. Sampling is not always needed, but a post-remediation clearance assessment is part of every licensed Texas job.
- The water source. Hail-damaged roofs, slab leaks and leaking swamp cooler pans have to be repaired by the right trade. That repair is a separate cost. Read more about roof leak and hail damage mold and swamp cooler and HVAC mold.
- Rebuild. Replacing drywall, insulation, paint and flooring after remediation is often quoted separately.
Texas budget note: plan for two licensed firms
In Texas, jobs of 25 or more contiguous square feet involve two separate licensed firms: an assessor who writes the remediation protocol and later does the clearance assessment, and a remediator who does the work. Texas Occupations Code §1958.155 says one license holder may not do both on the same project. So when you compare prices, budget for both. National cost guides usually quote remediation alone.
Here is how the costs usually stack up on a licensed job. First comes the assessor's fee for the initial assessment and protocol, which is close to the inspection range in the table. Next comes the remediator's price for containment, removal, cleaning and drying. Last, the assessor returns for the post-remediation clearance assessment. After clearance, the owner should receive a Certificate of Mold Damage Remediation (TDI form MDR-1) within 10 days, along with before and after photos.
Below 25 contiguous square feet, Texas law does not require a hired company to hold a license, though a licensed company doing a small job still follows the rules. Homeowners doing their own home are exempt at any size. This is general information, not legal advice. SB 1255 (2025) changed parts of the law and TDLR is updating its rules. See the 25-square-foot rule and how the process works.
Whatever you hire, ask each company for its TDLR license number and check it on TDLR's license search. Learn more about mold inspection and testing and mold removal and remediation.
Mold remediation cost FAQ
How much does mold remediation cost in Texas?
No reliable Texas or Lubbock price survey exists, so national cost guides are a useful starting point. This Old House puts a typical job at $1,200–$3,750 (average about $2,300), and Fixr reports $1,500–$9,000 (average about $3,500). Per square foot, expect roughly $10–$30. Your real price comes from licensed pros after an on-site assessment.
How much does a mold inspection cost in Lubbock?
Fixr lists a standalone mold inspection at $450–$800, and HomeAdvisor data reported by Bob Vila shows $299–$1,014, averaging about $656. Air sample testing typically adds $250–$350, with advanced testing up to $700. These are national ranges. A licensed assessor in Lubbock sets the actual price based on the home and what needs checking.
Why do Texas mold jobs involve two companies?
Texas Occupations Code §1958.155 says a license holder may not perform both mold assessment and mold remediation on the same project. On a licensed job, an assessor writes the protocol and later does clearance, while a separate remediator does the work. So budget for both firms. This is general information, not legal advice.
Does homeowners insurance pay for mold remediation in Texas?
It depends on your policy and on what caused the mold, so ask your insurer or agent before work starts. One Texas detail matters: TDLR's FAQ says a qualifying Certificate of Mold Damage Remediation (MDR-1) may be shown to an insurer, which then may not make an adverse underwriting decision based on that past mold damage (Insurance Code §544.303).
Is repairing the leak included in the mold remediation price?
Usually not. Fixing a roof, a slab leak, a water heater or a swamp cooler pan is typically done by a roofer, plumber or HVAC contractor and billed separately. EPA's mold guide warns that if you clean up mold but don't fix the water problem, the mold will most likely come back, so plan for both costs.
Can I save money by doing a small cleanup myself?
EPA's mold guide says that if the moldy area is less than about 10 square feet, in most cases you can handle the job yourself. Texas law also lets homeowners work on their own home without a license. For larger or hidden growth, or if you want a clearance report and MDR-1 certificate, you will need licensed pros.
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