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Andrew Jones
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How do I get rid of this MOLD? Picture included.

Andrew Jones
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  • Los Angeles, CA
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This is in a property I just bought and I was aware of the problem and have a few ideas how to fix it, but would appreciate your input. This mold is in a bathroom with no windows so the vent is supposed to turn on automatically when the light is on, but the vent is not working and I will have it fixed. The picture captures the extent of the mold that is visible. How much do you think it would cost to get this fixed if I hire out all the work?

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Joel Owens
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Joel Owens
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Is this a rental or a fix-n-flip?? If a rental or a flip you need to know what other bathrooms look like in the area as to finishes and quality expected.

Example it has an older insert tub.You want to rent out.You find out that as long as the old tub and shower is clean tenants will pay 800.With a new tub and shower they will pay 820 a month.

Putting in new say costs 1,500 for example.It will take you a 20 a month 75 months (over 6 years) to recover your money.

So your answer depends on what you are doing with the property.Not just for the mold but the fixtures,valves,toilet,and supply lines for the sink and toilet etc.

If you get a contractor to fix this they will charge a mint.If you get a mask and take it out and just put cement board up you should be fine.You need to make sure exhaust fan works,is proper size and suction rate for that size of the bathroom,and is properly vented to the outside of the property.

Make sure roof is properly vented as that could cause sweating and mold problems.If you look into the attic and see mold on the underlayment of the roof boards then you either have a roof leak or a breathing problem.

The roof vents for air going in and out (cycling) could be too small ,in wrong location,or too close together.

Hard to say without being there.

No legal advice.

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