Mold removal
Mold remediation in Florida
Mold remediation removes mold growth under containment so spores don't spread, cleans or discards affected materials, and corrects the moisture problem that let it grow. Several states, including Texas, Florida, Louisiana and New York, license mold remediation, so check your state's rules.
Mold remediation in Florida: local conditions
Partner coverage for mold removal in Florida includes 1,060 ZIP codes, with local pages for Miami, Tampa, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Pensacola, St. Petersburg, Naples, West Palm Beach, Sarasota, Ocala, Hollywood, Pompano Beach, Boca Raton, Clearwater, Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Daytona Beach, Palm Bay, Melbourne, Hialeah, Kissimmee, Bradenton, Fort Pierce, Port St. Lucie, Vero Beach, Miami Beach, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, St. Augustine, Jupiter, Palm Coast, Largo, Port Charlotte, North Port. Call with your ZIP to confirm a company serves your address.
Year-round humidity means wet materials grow mold quickly. Sweating AC ducts and air handlers cause mold even without leaks.
In Miami: Constant humidity and AC condensate leaks cause mold, even without a major water event. In Tampa: Mold grows quickly on wet materials, and AC condensate leaks cause mold even without storms. In Orlando: Constant humidity and clogged condensate lines cause mold in closets, ceilings and walls. In Jacksonville: Year-round humidity means mold follows quickly after any leak.
Most homes are concrete block on slab, with AC air handlers in closets, garages or attics. Condos and high-rises are common along the coast, where one leak can affect many units.
Florida licenses mold assessors and mold remediators through the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), and licenses contractors through the Construction Industry Licensing Board. Verify both with DBPR's license search.
What you can expect
- One call connects you with an independent restoration company that serves your ZIP code.
- Fast call-back during business hours
- Serving Florida
- Photo and moisture documentation for insurance
Mold remediation at a glance
- Category
- Mold removal
- Emergency service
- Scheduled visit
- Typical first step
- Assessment
- Area
- Florida
Other risks in Florida
Hurricanes and storm surge
Coastal areas face surge and wind damage from June through November, and inland areas get flooding rain and long power outages.
Roof and plumbing leaks
Aging roofs and older supply lines, including polybutylene in some homes built from the late 1970s to mid-1990s, are common sources of water claims.
Signs you need mold remediation
- Visible black, green or white growth on drywall, baseboards or wood
- A musty odor in a closet, bathroom or HVAC closet
- Recurring condensation on AC vents or ducts
How the work is done
Assessment, then Containment, then Removal and cleaning, then Clearance. See the full mold remediation process.
What affects the cost
Prices depend on the job, so restoration companies in Florida quote after an assessment. The main drivers are how much area is affected, how long it stayed wet, and what has to be removed or rebuilt. See the full list of mold remediation cost factors.
Mold remediation questions
Do I need a licensed mold remediator in Florida?
Florida requires mold assessment and remediation for pay to be done by DBPR-licensed professionals, with exemptions for very small areas. Ask for the license number and check it on DBPR's site.
Does Florida homeowners insurance cover flood damage?
No. Flood and storm surge require a separate NFIP or private flood policy. Wind damage is covered under homeowners or windstorm coverage, usually with a hurricane deductible.
Do I need a licensed company for mold removal?
It depends on your state. Texas, Florida, Louisiana and New York license mold remediation above set sizes. In other states, look for IICRC-certified remediators, insurance and a written scope.
Does bleach kill mold?
Bleach can whiten mold on hard, non-porous surfaces, but it doesn't penetrate drywall or wood and adds moisture. Removal and cleaning, plus fixing the moisture, is the reliable fix.
Cities in Florida
- Mold remediation in Miami
- Mold remediation in Tampa
- Mold remediation in Orlando
- Fort Lauderdale
- Mold remediation in Jacksonville
- Mold remediation in Pensacola
- Mold remediation in St. Petersburg
- Mold remediation in Naples
- West Palm Beach
- Mold remediation in Sarasota
- Mold remediation in Ocala
- Mold remediation in Hollywood
- Mold remediation in Pompano Beach
- Mold remediation in Boca Raton
- Mold remediation in Clearwater
- Fort Myers
- Mold remediation in Cape Coral
- Mold remediation in Daytona Beach
- Palm Bay
- Melbourne
- Panama City
- Hialeah
- Kissimmee
- Bradenton
- Fort Pierce
- Mold remediation in Port St. Lucie
- Mold remediation in Vero Beach
- Mold remediation in Miami Beach
- Delray Beach
- Mold remediation in Boynton Beach
- Mold remediation in St. Augustine
- Mold remediation in Jupiter
- Palm Coast
- Mold remediation in Largo
- Mold remediation in Port Charlotte
- North Port
Other services in Florida
- Water Damage in Florida
- Mold Removal in Florida
- Fire & Smoke Damage in Florida
- Sewage & Biohazard Cleanup in Florida
- Emergency water extraction in Florida
- Structural drying in Florida
- Flood damage cleanup in Florida
- Ceiling water damage repair in Florida
- Attic mold removal in Florida
- Soot cleanup in Florida
- Sewage backup cleanup in Florida
Related pages
More about water and storm damage in Florida, or see mold remediation nationwide.
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A mold inspection looks for visible growth, hidden moisture and the conditions causing it, using moisture meters, thermal imaging and, when useful, air or surface samples.
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