Mold Removal Companies in Nashville, Tennessee
Mold removal companies in Nashville 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 Nashville 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 Nashville
98 listedTennessee Water and Fire
1015 W Kirkland Ave #401, Nashville, TN 37216
+1 615-455-5001SERVPRO of Belle Meade/West Nashville/Downtown Nashville
2322 Clifton Ave, Nashville, TN 37209
+1 615-242-9391Southeast Restoration
1507 Sarah Ct, Murfreesboro, TN 37129
+1 615-696-0111AccuWorks, Restoration Service Experts
612 Airpark Center Dr, Nashville, TN 37217
+1 615-292-200924 Hour Flood Fighters
108 Astro Ct, Rockvale, TN 37153
+1 615-359-9406SERVPRO of Wilson County
2550 TN-109, Lebanon, TN 37090
+1 615-449-5000All Nashville Mold Removal Contractors
Paul Davis Restoration of Middle Tennessee
3189 Franklin Limestone Rd, Antioch, TN 37013
+1 615-697-4522SERVPRO of South Nashville
750 Old Hickory Blvd Building 2, Suite 150, Brentwood, TN 37027
+1 615-314-5097SERVPRO of East Nashville, Madison, Goodlettsville
4603 Gallatin Pike, Nashville, TN 37216
+1 615-868-5324ServiceMaster Restore by David
717 Airpark Center Dr, Nashville, TN 37217
+1 615-754-8536SERVPRO of Downtown Nashville/Team Isaacson
315 Deaderick St, Nashville, TN 37238
+1 629-240-5299Advanced Structural Drying Technologies
2916 Beulah Church Rd, Arrington, TN 37014
+1 615-475-8542Best Option Restoration of Nashville
925 S Church St Suite B-200, Murfreesboro, TN 37130
+1 615-625-5116Rytech Restoration of Nashville
501 Metroplex Dr Suite 207, Nashville, TN 37211
+1 615-751-8445Hannah Restoration, LLC
100 Commerce Dr suite a, Hendersonville, TN 37075
+1 615-751-0410Modern Handymen and Remodel
6688 Nolensville Pk Ste 10871, Brentwood, TN 37027
+1 615-200-8071Restoration Guys of Nashville
354 Cool Springs Blvd # 105, Franklin, TN 37067
+1 615-440-2102SERVPRO of Southeast Nashville
4000 Anderson Rd APT 10, Nashville, TN 37217
+1 615-694-9930ZeroMold Nashville Mold Remediation
104 E Park Dr Bld. 300, Brentwood, TN 37027
+1 615-914-3322Lightspeed Restoration of West Nashville
2174 Carson St Unit D, Nashville, TN 37211
+1 615-800-6950ServiceMaster Fire and Water Restoration by GM
147 Space Park S Dr, Nashville, TN 37211
+1 615-800-6854SERVPRO of Downtown Nashville/Team Bisig
424 Church St #2000, Nashville, TN 37219
+1 615-694-6626BluCities Environmental & Health Services
6900 Lenox Village Dr #437, Nashville, TN 37211
+1 615-203-2975Southern Elite Contracting Inc
385 Industrial Dr #101, Mt. Juliet, TN 37122
+1 615-768-6268Franklin Environmental Services
2020 Fieldstone Pkwy #900-118, Franklin, TN 37069
+1 615-364-8354Claro - Complete Mold Remediation - Nashville
501 Union St #541, Nashville, TN 37219
+1 615-562-5217Cumberland Environmental Resources Company
7106 Crossroads Blvd #204, Brentwood, TN 37027
+1 615-377-0882BELFOR Property Restoration (Nashville)
595 Stewarts Ferry Pike, Nashville, TN 37214
+1 615-885-6577Central Fire Restoration and Cleaning
7106 Crossroads Blvd #204, Brentwood, TN 37027
+1 615-377-0882Commercial Restoration Company
412 Golden Bear Ct c, Murfreesboro, TN 37128
+1 855-584-7887Cotton Global Disaster Solutions - Commercial Restoration & Construction Antioch
5162 Hickory Hollow Pkwy, Antioch, TN 37013
+1 877-511-2962Water Damage Restoration of Nashville
4521 Brooke Valley Dr, Hermitage, TN 37076
+1 315-332-9852Restoration sciences academy
1922 Old Murfreesboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37217
+1 800-932-3030Breathe Easy Mold Remediation Inc
101 Creekside Crossing Suite 1700 #181, Brentwood, TN 37027
+1 615-994-02005 Red Flags When Hiring a Mold Removal Company in Nashville
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 Nashville
| 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?
Does Insurance Cover Mold Removal in Tennessee?
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 Tennessee?
Tennessee 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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