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FOR THE HOMES WE CALL NEW ORLEANS.

Mold removal in
New Orleans.
Start with the source.

Musty smells, visible growth, or damp walls? Call to discuss inspection, removal, and remediation help for your property.

Connecting you with independent service providers. Ask about assessment fees and available appointments.

HOMES & RENTALSCOMMERCIAL PROPERTIESLOCAL MOISTURE GUIDANCE
Illustrative moisture inspection of a water-stained interior
THE FIRST QUESTIONWhere is the water
coming from?
01 Understand the concern02 Find the right service03 Know what to askIndependent contractor connections ↗

START WITH WHAT YOU NOTICE

A clearer next step.
No guesswork on the name.

Choose the situation that sounds familiar. We’ll point you toward a useful service guide.

New Orleans streetscape and local homesRAISED FLOORS. SUMMER HUMIDITY. STORM WATER.

LOCAL CONDITIONS MATTER

Built around
life below the roofline.

Moisture questions here often involve raised floors, roof details, long cooling seasons, or materials that stayed wet after a storm. Tell the inspector how your home is built and what changed.

01 / UNDER THE HOUSE

Raised homes & crawl spaces

Note damp ground, underfloor odors, and changes in flooring. Ask what can be checked safely beneath the home.

02 / AROUND THE AC

Cooling systems & condensation

Record whether staining or odors appear while the system runs. Include the air handler, drain, and nearby surfaces in the conversation.

03 / AFTER THE RAIN

Roofs, walls & storm history

Bring the timeline of water entry and previous repairs. Surface appearance alone does not explain what happened inside a wall.

A PLAN YOU CAN FOLLOW

Good work starts
with clear questions.

Use these seven checkpoints to discuss the proposed work. The exact sequence and methods depend on the property assessment.

Get the quote checklist ↗
  1. 01

    Find the water

    Identify the moisture path and arrange the right source repair.

  2. 02

    Map the affected area

    Record rooms, materials, access, and the limits of the inspection.

  3. 03

    Agree on the scope

    Set responsibilities, costs, exclusions, and completion criteria in writing.

  4. 04

    Protect nearby spaces

    Ask how the work area and adjacent occupied rooms will be separated.

  5. 05

    Remove and clean

    Match the removal and cleaning method to the affected materials.

  6. 06

    Document drying

    Ask for recorded readings and the agreed targets before rebuilding.

  7. 07

    Review the result

    Confirm the completed scope and arrange independent verification when appropriate.

BEFORE YOU COMPARE PRICES

Look beyond
the total.

Two estimates can describe very different jobs. Compare the same rooms, materials, drying work, and repairs.

Read the cost guide ↗

Moisture source

The cause, who repairs it, and what is excluded.

Work area & materials

Rooms, quantities, access, and removal boundaries.

Containment & cleaning

How the contractor protects adjacent rooms and handles debris.

Drying & records

Measurement locations, targets, and who provides the records.

Completion review

What passes, who reviews it, and whether sampling is needed.

Rebuilding & changes

Separate repair costs and a written change-order process.

Check your own quote, item by item ↗

YOUR PROPERTY, YOUR QUESTIONS

What to tell the inspector

Property typeUseful details to shareStart here
Raised wood-frame homeUnderfloor access, wet ground, insulation, and floor changesCrawl space guide ↗
Older home with plaster wallsPrevious roof or plumbing repairs and the location of stainingMoisture investigation ↗
Slab home or ground-floor roomWater entry at doors, baseboards, cabinets, and floor coveringsWater damage guide ↗
Apartment, condo, or rentalShared walls, upstairs leaks, access, and manager contactResidential guidance ↗
Office or commercial spaceOccupied hours, affected rooms, shared HVAC, and maintenance recordsCommercial guidance ↗

CLOSE TO HOME

Greater New Orleans.
Both sides of the river.

Start with your community, then confirm availability for the exact property address.

STRAIGHT ANSWERS

Before you
make the call.

Visit the full FAQ ↗
Do I need an inspection or remediation?

Inspection helps clarify the location and extent of a concern. Remediation addresses an established problem. If you are unsure what is happening, describe the signs and ask which assessment fits.

Can I get an exact price by phone?

A conversation can help define the next step. A reliable project quote needs the affected materials, access, extent, and scope of work. Ask what any quoted amount includes and what could change it.

Who performs the work?

Independent contractors perform the services. New Orleans Mold Fix provides information and contractor connections. Confirm qualifications, availability, price, and terms directly before hiring.

Does dark mold need a different service?

Describe the affected material, moisture history, and extent. A photograph or color description does not establish a species. See our guide to mold color.

Can you help outside New Orleans?

Our area guides cover Metairie, Kenner, Gretna, Harvey, Marrero, and the West Bank. Call with the exact address to confirm available help.

What should a finished job include?

Ask for the agreed scope, documented drying information, and the review criteria in advance. Our verification guide helps you prepare the questions.

ONE CONVERSATION. A CLEARER DIRECTION.

You don’t need to know
the service name.

Tell us what you noticed, where it is, and when it started.

Call (504) 520-4589

Confirm service availability for your address.

Let’s talk about
your next step.
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