Commercial Mold Remediation in Franklin, TN

What happens when you call

You give a short description of the property, the affected area and the water history, and you are put in touch with an independent mold remediation company that works in Williamson County. Expect a walkthrough before a price. A careful company will check above ceiling tiles, inside wall cavities near the water source, in the mechanical room and along floor edges, then write a scope covering containment, materials to remove, the moisture fix and how the result will be verified.

What drives the price

• Area and spread. Angi's national residential figures run $10 to $25 per square foot for most pros, and whole-house jobs about $10,000 to $30,000. Commercial jobs are quoted from the scope.
• Materials. Moldy ceiling tile, carpet and drywall usually come out; metal and sealed surfaces are cleaned.
• Systems. Air handlers and ducts serving the area add cost when they need cleaning or replacement.
• Keeping the doors open. Containment between suites and after-hours crews cost more but let a business keep running.
• Contract size. Projects of $25,000 or more require a contractor's license before bidding, and TDCI says jobs cannot be split into phases to get under the limit.

Local conditions in Franklin

The city says the Harpeth River and its tributaries are Franklin's biggest flood risk, and property closest to the river is most likely to flood. In May 2010 about 16.1 inches of rain fell in two days, the Harpeth crested above its 1948 record and flooded downtown plus businesses and subdivisions on all sides of town; small businesses along Hillsboro Road were among the hardest hit, and hundreds of residents were displaced. The river reaches flood stage at 30 feet on the gauge near Pinkerton Park. Franklin takes part in the National Flood Insurance Program, offers flood zone determinations and keeps elevation certificates for many properties through Building and Neighborhood Services, which also issues building permits and enforces property maintenance codes.

Before the company arrives

• Ask Building and Neighborhood Services whether the property is in an AE or A flood zone.
• Stop the leak and shut down the air zone serving the area.
• Tell tenants or staff which rooms are closed.
• Gather lease terms on who pays for water damage repairs.