Find Mold Removal & Remediation Companies
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Before You Call
Mold keeps spreading from damp materials into the air and nearby rooms while the moisture source and containment go unaddressed.
Deal with immediate hazards first. Then compare the same written scope.
Cities
Visible mold growth or a musty smell that needs containment, removal, and a fix for the moisture source.
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Find the Moisture Source
EPA guidance starts with correcting the moisture problem and drying affected materials. The agency says that, in most cases, an area smaller than about 10 square feet can be handled using its cleanup guidance, while larger areas, extensive water damage, contaminated water, or suspected HVAC involvement can call for different precautions or experienced help. That rule of thumb is not a state licensing threshold. A project-specific plan may include containment, removal of materials that cannot be cleaned, cleaning of salvageable surfaces, and documented completion criteria. Do not treat a surface product, odor treatment, or painted-over stain as proof that the moisture source and affected materials were addressed.
Sources: EPA — Mold cleanup in your home · IICRC — ANSI/IICRC S520 standard scope
Check State Requirements
Licensing, assessor-remediator separation, exemptions, project thresholds, and clearance documents are jurisdiction-specific. Texas generally separates regulated mold assessment from remediation, subject to stated exceptions; Florida licenses mold assessors and mold remediators; Louisiana states a $7,500 project-value threshold for mold-remediation licensure. Those examples are not interchangeable, so verify the current official roster and rules for the exact project rather than relying on a general 'licensed and insured' statement. Ask in writing who defines the scope, who performs the work, which completion criteria apply, and whether an independent clearance step is required.
Sources: Texas TDLR — Mold program FAQs · Florida DBPR — Mold-related services · Louisiana LSLBC — Mold remediation licensing · IICRC — ANSI/IICRC S520 standard scope
Directory Data
- How many mold removal companies does RestoreRadar list?
- 413 companies across 11 cities. Containment, removal, and moisture-source correction for visible mold growth in homes and businesses. Company details come from the company's website, public Google ratings, or official registries. A listing does not mean RestoreRadar recommends the company.
- How much does mold removal & remediation cost?
- $1,223–$3,757 (avg $2,369). National pricing; your final cost depends on the size of the loss. Insurance coverage is not included in this estimate and depends on the cause of loss, policy terms, exclusions, and limits. (source: Angi, 2026)
- What company details can I compare?
- 359 of 413 state they offer 24/7 emergency response. Also, 115 of 413 are IICRC Certified Firms (verified in the official IICRC registry, not self-claimed), 47 of 413 have a state-roster-verified mold-remediation credential, and 233 of 413 state they bill insurance directly. Pick your city to compare companies, review source links, and decide what to ask before you call.
Methodology and aggregate downloads for mold removal directory figures.
About Mold Removal
Mold removal and remediation is the professional process of containing the affected area, removing mold-damaged materials, cleaning surfaces, and correcting the underlying moisture source so growth does not return. Guided by the IICRC S520 standard, remediation removes the visible growth and fixes its cause, rather than painting over or masking the spots.
Process
- Inspection and moisture mapping: Locate the growth and the moisture source feeding it.
- Containment: Seal off the work area to limit spread during removal.
- Removal: Remove mold-damaged porous materials and clean the remaining surfaces.
- Moisture correction: Fix the leak or humidity source so growth does not return.
- Restoration: Repair or replace the removed materials.
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Cost
Nationally, mold removal & remediation typically runs $1,223–$3,757, averaging about $2,369 (source: Angi, 2026). Actual price depends on the loss and scope of work. Ask the company and your insurer what is covered and what you owe.
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Questions
- What does a mold removal & remediation company do?
- Containment, removal, and moisture-source correction for visible mold growth in homes and businesses. Depending on the loss, the work may include emergency stabilization, drying, cleaning, removal of damaged materials, or repairs. Ask each company to explain the scope in writing.
- What should I look for when hiring?
- Confirm current availability, the exact scope, written pricing, insurance requirements, and credentials that apply to the work. RestoreRadar shows company statements, public Google ratings, and credentials found in official registries separately. Use the source links on each profile, then confirm the details directly.
- What is the difference between mold remediation and restoration?
- Remediation addresses the moisture source and affected materials under a project-specific plan; work may include containment, removal of materials that cannot be cleaned, cleaning of salvageable surfaces, and documented completion criteria. Restoration or reconstruction replaces materials removed during that work. They can be separate contract phases, and state rules may also separate assessment, remediation, clearance, or regulated trades.
- Does homeowners insurance pay for mold removal?
- Do not assume coverage. Mold or fungi terms, the cause of moisture, exclusions, endorsements, deductibles, limits, and insurer findings vary by policy and jurisdiction. The Texas Department of Insurance says most home policies do not include mold cleanup and testing after the damaged item is removed and describes limited circumstances tied to a covered sudden water loss, but that is a Texas example rather than a nationwide coverage rule. Read the actual policy and confirm the loss and proposed scope with the insurer. A "bills insurance directly" mark describes a provider-stated billing practice; it does not decide coverage.
- Is professional mold removal worth it?
- EPA says that, in most cases, an area smaller than about 10 square feet can be handled using its cleanup guidance, provided the moisture problem is corrected and the material can be cleaned and dried. Larger areas, extensive water damage, contaminated water, HVAC involvement, recurring growth, or jurisdiction-specific requirements can justify experienced professional help. Ask what plan, containment, material-removal decisions, completion criteria, records, and any independent clearance requirement apply to the actual project.
- How much does mold removal & remediation cost?
- Nationally, mold removal & remediation typically runs $1,223–$3,757, averaging about $2,369 (source: Angi, 2026). Your final price depends on the size of the loss and the scope of work. This estimate does not assume insurance coverage; coverage depends on the cause of loss, policy terms, exclusions, and limits. Get the scope in writing and confirm it with your insurer and adjuster before authorizing work.