Environmental & Safety · Wausau, WI

Environmental & Safety Repair Costs

Radon, mold, asbestos, and safety hazards. Estimates below are localized to labor and material rates in the Wausau, WI area (zip prefix 544). Enter your exact zip to refine.

Showing local estimates for Wausau, WI (54401)

Major$2,075 – $15,550

Mold - large/systemic (behind walls)

Extensive mold remediation

Major$1,250 – $6,325

Asbestos abatement

Licensed containment, removal or encapsulation, hazmat disposal

Major$1,575 – $5,725

Lead paint abatement or encapsulation

Encapsulate, enclose, or remove lead-based paint by certified contractor

Moderate$625 – $5,200

Rodent activity in attic - exclusion + cleanup

Trap and exclude rodents, sanitize attic, replace contaminated insulation

Major$900 – $4,475

Wood-destroying insect damage (repair)

Repair termite/WDO damage

Major$1,550 – $4,125

Buried oil tank - removal

Excavate, drain, remove and dispose of UST; closure report

Major$1,050 – $4,225

Install water treatment system

Whole-house filtration, UV, or softener to address contaminants

Major$675 – $3,325

Septic system repair

Repair tank, lines, pump, or distribution box

Major$525 – $3,125

Mold visible (surface)

Professional mold remediation (per area)

Major$500 – $2,525

Wood-destroying insect activity

Termite treatment (whole house)

Major$925 – $1,825

Radon levels elevated (>4 pCi/L)

Install radon mitigation system

Minor$150 – $1,250

Animal burrows - wildlife removal/exclusion

Remove burrowing animals (groundhog, skunk) and install exclusion barriers

Moderate$100 – $1,025

Trip hazards (uneven surfaces)

Grind, mudjack, or replace section

Major$250 – $875

Asbestos testing/inspection

Certified inspector collects samples, lab PLM analysis, written report

Major$275 – $850

Buried oil tank - testing/tank sweep

Geophysical tank sweep to locate tank plus soil sampling

Major$350 – $900

Septic tank pumping

Vacuum out sludge and scum; effluent filter cleaning

Major$325 – $725

Lead paint testing/inspection

XRF inspection and/or paint chip lab analysis with report

Major$175 – $675

Shock chlorinate well

Chlorine shock treatment of well and distribution lines, plus retest

Major$100 – $450

Handrails missing at stairs (exterior)

Install exterior stair handrails

Moderate$75 – $200

Dryer vent lint buildup (fire hazard)

Professional dryer vent cleaning

Minor$25 – $75

No fire extinguisher

Install fire extinguisher

Minor$0 – $50

Anti-tip bracket missing on range

Install anti-tip bracket

About These Estimates

These estimates are based on national averages adjusted for local labor and material costs using BLS and BEA data. Actual costs vary based on specific conditions, contractor availability, and project complexity. Always obtain multiple quotes from licensed local contractors.