DisasterPRO Restoration is a mold abatement company based in Kent, WA, serving Kent, Renton, Tacoma, Fife and Seattle, WA. Founded in 2018 and locally owned, the IICRC-certified company finds the source, contains the spread, removes mold safely and works to prevent it from coming back. It then rebuilds damaged drywall, flooring and paint. Emergency calls are answered 24/7 in King and Pierce County.
What DisasterPRO Restoration Does as a Mold Abatement Company
DisasterPRO Restoration handles mold abatement through its mold remediation service in Kent, Renton, Tacoma, Fife and Seattle. The company's website names King, Pierce and Kitsap Counties as its service area.
The company describes its approach to mold from old water damage in four moves. It finds the source, contains the spread, removes what is there safely and works to prevent the mold from coming back.
Homeowners and contractors often use "mold abatement" and "mold remediation" for the same kind of job. That job means removing mold growth and dealing with the moisture behind it. DisasterPRO lists the work as mold remediation, so you will see both terms on its pages. For the Kent office's own service page, see mold remediation in Kent.
People who had worked on both sides of the industry, mitigation and remodeling, founded the company in Kent in 2018. Because of that background, one company can carry a mold job from removal through the rebuild. The rebuild covers drywall, flooring, paint, trim, fixtures and cabinetry, with 40+ years of combined remodeling experience on the team.
Mold often sits in places that are hard to reach. DisasterPRO states it works in crawlspaces as tight as 18 inches, so a low crawlspace does not have to be left out of the scope.
- Water extraction and drying
- Mold remediation (mold abatement)
- Crawlspace work
- Sewage cleanup
- Rebuild after damage: drywall, flooring, paint, trim, fixtures, cabinetry
Mold Abatement, Mold Inspection or Water Drying: Choosing the Right Service
Choosing between mold abatement, a mold inspection and water damage drying depends on what is happening in your home right now. The table below is general guidance to help you describe your situation when you call. A professional assessment decides the actual scope.
Appearance or smell alone does not confirm mold. If you are unsure what you are dealing with, a mold inspection is a sensible first step before anyone scopes removal.
| Your situation | Service to ask for | Why it fits |
|---|---|---|
| Water is actively leaking or standing now | Water extraction and drying | Stopping the source and drying materials comes before lasting mold work |
| A stain or musty odor you cannot explain | Mold inspection | Confirms what is present before removal is planned |
| Growth confirmed on drywall, framing or subfloor | Mold remediation (abatement) | Source found, spread contained, affected material removed |
| Mold under the house | Crawlspace work plus mold remediation | DisasterPRO works in crawlspaces as tight as 18 inches |
| A sewage backup is part of the damage | Sewage cleanup | DisasterPRO uses full PPE and hospital-grade disinfectants for black water |
| Materials removed and area cleared | Rebuild | Drywall, flooring, paint, trim, fixtures and cabinetry put back |
How Mold Abatement Contractors Typically Sequence a Job
Mold abatement contractors generally work in a set order, and knowing that order helps you follow an estimate. The sequence below is general guidance, not a promise of how any single job will run. Your crew will set the actual steps after seeing the damage.
When mold traces back to a recent leak, the drying stage matters. DisasterPRO's water damage drying uses commercial dehumidifiers and air movers, and the crew checks moisture levels daily until the home is completely dry.
If the rebuild involves structural or major changes, confirm permit needs with your city (Kent, Renton, Tacoma, Fife or Seattle) before work starts.
- Assessment: locate the affected areas and the moisture source behind them
- Stop the water: repair or isolate the leak so growth is not fed again
- Containment: separate the work area so spores and debris do not spread to clean rooms
- Removal and cleaning: take out affected materials that cannot be cleaned and clean what stays
- Drying and verification: confirm materials are dry before anything is closed up
- Rebuild: replace drywall, flooring, paint, trim and fixtures
Mold Abatement Cost: National Planning Ranges
Mold abatement cost depends on the size of the affected area, where the mold is and how complex the removal is. The figures below are national planning ranges from published cost guides. They are not DisasterPRO Restoration prices, and only an on-site look can produce a real number.
This Old House reports that professional mold remediation "generally costs between $10 and $25 per square foot, depending on the mold type, location, and complexity of the job." HomeAdvisor says professional mold remediation "costs between $1,223 and $3,757 for your home, with most homeowners spending around $2,368."
DisasterPRO Restoration offers a free inspection with no obligation, which lets you replace national ranges with a scope for your own home. For more detail on what drives the number, read how much mold remediation costs.
| Area or measure | National planning range | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Professional mold remediation, per square foot | $10 and $25 per square foot | This Old House (03/11/2026) |
| Crawl space mold remediation | $500–$2,000 | This Old House (03/11/2026) |
| Furnace and air handler systems | $3,000–$5,000 | This Old House (03/11/2026) |
| Exterior of radiant heating systems | $1,500–$5,000 | This Old House (03/11/2026) |
| Typical home project | between $1,223 and $3,757, most around $2,368 | HomeAdvisor (Jun 19, 2026) |
What to Compare Between Mold Abatement Contractors' Estimates
Comparing mold abatement contractors' estimates line by line protects you from surprises halfway through the job. A low total that leaves out the moisture source or the rebuild can end up costing more. Use the checklist below as general guidance when two or more bids are on the table.
Ask every contractor the same questions so the answers are comparable. Write the answers on the estimate itself.
- Source: does the estimate name the moisture source and say how it will be stopped?
- Containment: is separating the work area from clean rooms described?
- Scope by area: are rooms, square footage, crawlspace or attic listed separately?
- Removal vs. cleaning: which materials will be removed and which cleaned in place?
- Drying check: how will dryness be confirmed before walls are closed?
- Rebuild: is putting drywall, flooring and paint back included, or quoted by someone else?
- Insurance: will the company bill your insurer directly and help with the claim?
- Certification: which certification does the company hold? DisasterPRO states it is IICRC certified.
- Language: can the crew explain the plan in the language your household speaks?
Mold Abatement Mistakes That Cause Rework, and How to Prepare Your Home
Mold abatement jobs most often need rework when the moisture problem was never fully solved. The mistakes below are general guidance drawn from how removal, drying and rebuild depend on each other. Talk through each one with your contractor before work begins.
Preparing your home before the crew arrives makes containment easier and keeps the job moving. Skip anything that requires you to disturb the affected area yourself. Leave contact with the mold to the professionals and follow their instructions on access.
- Mistake: painting or covering a stain instead of addressing the source behind it
- Mistake: closing up walls or floors before materials are confirmed dry
- Mistake: splitting removal and rebuild between companies with no shared plan
- Mistake: leaving a crawlspace or hard-to-reach area out of the scope
- Prepare: clear a path to the affected rooms and the crawlspace or attic access
- Prepare: move valuables out of nearby rooms that are not affected
- Prepare: photograph the damage and note when the leak started, for your insurance claim
- Prepare: keep children and pets away from the work area as the crew advises
Insurance, Language and Response Times for Mold Abatement in King and Pierce County
DisasterPRO Restoration bills insurance directly and helps homeowners with the insurance claim for its restoration work. Whether a policy pays for mold depends on its terms and the cause of the damage. The guide does homeowners insurance cover mold remediation explains what to check.
The team speaks English, Spanish and Portuguese (Hablamos Español · Falamos Português), so households can go over the plan and the estimate in their own language.
Emergency calls are answered 24 hours a day in King and Pierce County, and the company also serves Kitsap County. A fleet of three trucks runs out of the office at 26921 40th Ave S, Kent, WA 98032. DisasterPRO Restoration is rated 4.6 out of 5 on Google.
City pages cover local details for mold remediation in Seattle and mold remediation in Tacoma.
Frequently asked questions
What is mould abatement?
Mould abatement is the removal of mold growth together with control of the moisture that feeds it; the term is often used interchangeably with mold remediation. DisasterPRO Restoration lists the service as mold remediation: it finds the source, contains the spread, removes what is there safely and works to prevent the mold from coming back.
Who is certified to remove mold?
Mold removal certification is commonly held by restoration companies through industry bodies such as the IICRC, and DisasterPRO Restoration states it is IICRC certified. Ask any contractor which certification it holds and how its process handles containment, removal and drying before you sign.
How much does professional mold removal cost?
Professional mold removal cost varies with area, location and complexity. As a national planning range, This Old House reports $10 and $25 per square foot, and HomeAdvisor reports between $1,223 and $3,757, with most homeowners spending around $2,368. These are national figures, not DisasterPRO Restoration prices; the company offers a free inspection with no obligation for a scope of your home.
Dealing with water, mold or fire damage right now? Call DisasterPRO Restoration at (206) 880-1421 or request an estimate online.