If you find black mold in Stonecrest, deal with the water first and leave large patches alone until a remediation company can contain and remove them. EPA says color does not tell you how risky a mold is. Call the number on this page to be connected with a local mold remediation company in Stonecrest.
Stonecrest at a glance
Stonecrest, the largest city entirely within DeKalb County, sits in the county's far southeastern corner about 13 miles from downtown Atlanta, with a smaller section north of I-20. It became a city in 2017 and is named for the Mall at Stonecrest. Its neighborhoods, from Fairington to areas near Panola Way and the Arabia Mountain preserve, are mostly suburban homes that face the usual metro Atlanta moisture load: humid summers, heavy storms and slow-draining clay.
What to do now
- Track down the water: a plumbing leak, roof drip, AC drain or water pooling outside.
- Stop it, or get the right trade to stop it.
- Run fans and a dehumidifier to dry anything that is still wet, within 24 to 48 hours if you can.
- Keep large patches undisturbed, and do not paint over them.
- Switch off the HVAC if the growth is near the air handler or vents.
- Renters: tell the landlord in writing and keep a copy.
- Have a remediation company inspect and quote a contained removal.
Signs and what they usually mean
| What you see | Likely cause |
|---|---|
| Black spots on a ceiling corner upstairs | Attic moisture or a roof flashing leak |
| Growth on drywall behind a toilet | Failed wax ring or supply line |
| Dark mold low on an exterior wall | Water collecting at the foundation |
| Musty smell when the AC runs | Wet drain pan or damp ducts |
| Spots on a closet wall shared with a bathroom | Shower or tub leak inside the wall |
Cost factors
Angi's Atlanta cost guide lists an average remediation cost near $2,775, with most jobs between $1,249 and $4,363. The quote depends on the size of the area, how much has to be cut out, whether ducts are involved and the rebuild. Ask for each of those as a separate line so two quotes can be compared fairly. The City of Stonecrest Building Department issues interior finish, remodeling and other building permits for that rebuild. Stonecrest Code Enforcement handles property maintenance complaints; its listed duties focus on exterior issues, and its page links to the International Property Maintenance Code and the Georgia Landlord Tenant Handbook.
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