Mold Removal Companies in Clearwater, Florida
Mold removal companies in Clearwater range from IICRC-certified professionals with independent clearance testing to operators without verified credentials. The mold removal industry has a documented history of consumer complaints — this directory helps you tell them apart.
Why You Need Two Companies, Not One
The biggest mistake Clearwater homeowners make when dealing with mold isn't hiring a bad contractor. It's hiring one company to do everything. The company removing your mold has a financial interest in finding as much mold as possible — if that same company does your testing, there's no independent check on their work.
The industry standard (IICRC S520) requires the removal company and the verification inspector to be separate. The final step of any legitimate mold removal job is a clearance test by an independent inspector — confirming the mold is gone and your home is safe. This directory lists contractors and inspectors separately for exactly this reason.
Mold Removal Contractors in Clearwater
65 listedAll Clearwater Mold Removal Contractors
Velocity Air Conditioning
13130 56th Ct N #604, Clearwater, FL 33760
+1 727-337-7716ACS Home Services- Clearwater
515 N Myrtle Ave, Clearwater, FL 33755
+1 727-201-0914All County Plumbing & Leak
1143 Eldridge St Unit A2, Clearwater, FL 33755
+1 727-620-6866Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Clearwater
13790 Roosevelt Blvd Ste D, Clearwater, FL 33762
+1 727-835-5840SERVPRO of Central St. Petersburg/Pinellas Park
3798 131st Ave N, Clearwater, FL 33762
+1 727-977-9678Ur Broken Phone - Clearwater Phones & Computers
Next to Nothing Bundt Cakes and Ross, 2547-2 Countryside Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33761
+1 727-250-1139Horizon Mobile Detailing LLC
600 Cleveland St suite 292, Clearwater, FL 33755
+1 813-580-1299Dynamite Demolition Service, Inc.
1211 Hamlet Ave e, Clearwater, FL 33756
+1 727-466-0000Synergy Systems FL
5443 115th Ave N, Clearwater, FL 33760
Weathermakers Air Conditioning & Heating
2484 Moore Haven Dr W, Clearwater, FL 33763
+1 727-274-1909United Water Restoration Group of Pinellas County
3734 131st Ave N Ste 12, Clearwater, FL 33762
+1 727-292-1044V&N Remodeling and Construction LLC
1546 Illinois Rd, Clearwater, FL 33756
+1 727-859-8125Beltone Hearing Aid Service
2510 McMullen Booth Rd D, Clearwater, FL 33761
+1 727-726-2727Express Air Duct Cleaning Clearwater
601 Cleveland St #501, Clearwater, FL 33755
+1 727-263-0397Paul Davis Restoration of Pinellas County
10950 47th St N, Clearwater, FL 33762
+1 727-573-4880The Handyman Company Clearwater Home Repair & Remodeling
1120 Kapp Dr, Clearwater, FL 33765
+1 727-341-9011United Vapor Barrier and Floors
627 Pinellas St Unit F, Clearwater, FL 33756
+1 727-453-2573VALCRAFT — Handyman & Carpentry (VALPOWER GROUP LLC)
1100 Cleveland St, Clearwater, FL 33755
+1 727-240-3600Allstate Waterproofing, Painting & Restoration Inc.
29712 US-19 Suite 410, Clearwater, FL 33761
+1 727-799-1133Florida State Mold Inspection
15492 Westminister Ave B, Clearwater, FL 33760
+1 727-485-3380Lukas Plumbing & Leak Detection LLC
1865 Paradise Ln, Clearwater, FL 33756
+1 727-666-5334Clearwater Soft Wash Pros Pressure Washing
1634 Drew St, Clearwater, FL 33755
+1 727-420-1620Blackfin Construction and Painting LLC
1680 Tilley Ave Unit h1, Clearwater, FL 33756
+1 727-330-6041Palm Restoration and Construction Services
13790 Roosevelt Blvd, Clearwater, FL 33762
+1 727-717-7004Waterfall Racers Mold Remediation LLC
500 McLennan St suite 400, Clearwater, FL 33756
+1 727-416-7747WATER'S EDG OF LUTZ, Damage Restoration LLC
1548 S Missouri Ave #120, Clearwater, FL 33756
+1 727-472-7363All Surface Pressure Cleaning and Roof Washing.
5190 Ulmerton Rd, Clearwater, FL 33760
+1 727-543-3276US Coatings Painting and Restorations
300 N Prescott Ave, Clearwater, FL 33755
+1 727-301-2805ZND-WCC Roofing Service Clearwater
2172 Cunningham Dr, Clearwater, FL 33763
+1 727-428-7969ZND-CON Mold Removal & Mold Remediation Service Clearwater, FL
50 S Belcher Rd, Clearwater, FL 33765
+1 727-436-34815 Red Flags When Hiring a Mold Removal Company in Clearwater
They offer free testing.
Legitimate mold inspectors charge for their services — typically $200–$600. A "free inspection" means the company is betting on finding enough mold to sell you a remediation job. That incentive structure doesn't produce honest assessments.
They want to do both the testing and the removal.
If one company wants to assess the problem, remove the mold, and confirm the work is done, you have no independent verification of anything. The conflict of interest is structural, not personal. Require separate companies.
They diagnosed "black mold" without a lab test.
No one can identify mold species by looking at it. A contractor who tells you on the spot that you have toxic black mold is either guessing or pitching. Either way, walk away.
They want full payment before work starts.
Standard industry payment structure: 25% when work begins, 25% at midpoint, 50% after completion and a passing clearance test. Full payment upfront is one of the oldest contractor scams in any trade.
They can't give you a written, itemized estimate.
If a contractor can't tell you in writing exactly what they'll contain, remove, and charge — they can't be held accountable for delivering it. Verbal quotes are not contracts.
What Mold Removal Costs in Clearwater
| Location | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Bathroom | $500 – $1,500 |
| Crawl space | $500 – $2,000 |
| Basement | $1,000 – $4,000 |
| Attic | $1,000 – $4,000 |
| HVAC system | $2,000 – $8,000 |
| Whole house (severe) | $10,000 – $30,000+ |
Per square foot: $10–$25 for most jobs. National average: $2,300–$2,400.
Is your quote too high?
Get at least three written estimates before you commit. A legitimate company will itemize their quote — square footage of containment, materials to be removed, equipment, and timeline. A quote delivered under pressure to sign immediately is a red flag regardless of price.
What's not included in most quotes:
The independent clearance test (budget $150–$400 separately), structural repairs after material removal, and treatment of the moisture source itself. Ask every contractor: does your quote include moisture source identification, or just mold removal?
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Does Insurance Cover Mold Removal in Florida?
Short answer: usually not. Standard homeowners insurance policies cover mold only when it results from a sudden, accidental covered event — a burst pipe, an overflowing appliance, a roof damaged by a named storm.
What insurance almost never covers:
- ×Mold from a slow leak — classified as owner neglect
- ×Mold from flooding — standard policies and FEMA flood insurance both exclude mold
- ×Mold from condensation, poor ventilation, or long-standing moisture
Common Questions About Mold Removal
Is this black mold?▾
There's no way to know by looking at it. Mold color doesn't identify species — you'd need a lab test for that. Don't let a contractor charge you a premium because they called it black mold without a test.
Do I have to leave my house during mold removal?▾
It depends on where the mold is and how much there is. For contained jobs in one area, most families can stay in another part of the house. For larger jobs involving multiple areas or your HVAC system, leaving for the duration is standard.
How do I know the mold was actually removed?▾
The only reliable answer is a clearance test by an independent inspector — someone with no financial connection to the removal company. Any contractor who completes work and doesn't mention a clearance test is leaving you with no way to verify the job.
Will my insurance cover this?▾
Only if mold resulted from a sudden, covered event like a burst pipe or appliance failure. Mold from slow leaks, poor ventilation, or flooding is almost never covered. Even when covered, most policies cap mold coverage at $1,000–$10,000.
How long does mold removal take?▾
Most standard residential jobs take 1–5 days. Add 2–5 business days for clearance test lab results after the job is complete. If you have a real estate closing deadline, get that timeline in writing from both the contractor and the inspector.
Can mold come back after removal?▾
Yes — if the moisture source isn't fixed. Mold is a symptom of a water problem. A legitimate contractor identifies and addresses the moisture source as part of the job.
What's the difference between a mold inspector and a mold removal company?▾
A mold inspector tests your home, identifies the extent of the problem, and writes the scope of work. They do not remove mold. A mold removal company physically removes the mold. The inspector also does the final clearance test. These must always be two separate companies.
Is Mold Removal Licensed in Florida?
Florida does not currently require a specific license for mold remediation. This makes the IICRC certification check more important, not less. The independent clearance test is the most reliable safeguard a homeowner has in unregulated markets.
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