Mold Removal Companies in Austin, Texas
Mold removal companies in Austin 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 Austin 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 Austin
68 listedDry Force Water Removal Specialists
13405 Immanuel Rd, Pflugerville, TX 78660
+1 512-399-3454All Nation Restoration
9601 Dessau Rd Suite 104, Austin, TX 78754
+1 737-358-6017Restoration 1 of Austin
6448 E Hwy 290 Suite C110, Austin, TX 78723
+1 512-872-4334SERVPRO of Hyde Park/Central Austin
204 W Powell Ln BLDG 5, Austin, TX 78753
+1 512-240-2133All Austin Mold Removal Contractors
LFM Construction & Remodeling
2307 Thornton Rd Unit 103, Austin, TX 78704
+1 512-549-2434ATEX Emergency Water Damage Restoration
9417 Circle Dr Unit A, Austin, TX 78736
+1 512-551-9753THA Construction & Remodeling
2021 Guadalupe St Suite 260, Austin, TX 78705
+1 512-736-8585Austin Hi-Tech Restoration
9601 Dessau Rd BLDG 2, STE#207, Austin, TX 78754
+1 512-326-2633Voda Cleaning & Restoration of West Austin
2009 Ranch Rd 620 N Unit 710, Lakeway, TX 78734
+1 512-547-7746Paul Davis Restoration of North Austin
2500 Mc Hale Ct STE 100A, Austin, TX 78758
+1 512-366-5600SERVPRO of Downtown and East Central Austin
1029 Reinli St Suite 7, Austin, TX 78723
+1 512-420-9886SERVPRO of NW Austin, N Bee Cave
12600 Hill Country Blvd Building – 5 Suite R-275, Bee Cave, TX 78738
+1 512-261-4790Westlake Ducts Austin
1250 S Capital of Texas Hwy bldg 3 ste 405, Austin, TX 78746
Cross Flood Damage & Water Removal
1 Howe Ave suite 253, Passaic, NJ 07055
+1 973-833-1131SERVPRO of Southwest Austin
100 Congress Ave. Ste. 2000, Austin, TX 78701
+1 512-796-9077Voda Cleaning & Restoration of South Austin
10509 Circle Dr Unit 1401, Austin, TX 78736
+1 737-520-4600Supreme Air Care | Air Duct Cleaning & Air Filters Austin
7212 McNeil Dr #402, Austin, TX 78729
+1 512-243-7369Mold Water Fire Damage Restoration
2811 La Frontera Blvd #3236, Austin, TX 78728
+1 512-882-2174United Water Restoration Group of Austin
1955 FM2001 Ste 500, Buda, TX 78610
+1 512-813-0501SERVPRO of North Austin/SW Williamson County
1730 Co Rd 269 Ste A, Leander, TX 78641
+1 512-612-3868All Ways Restoration & Construction
204 W. Powell Ln Bldg, #3, Austin, TX 78753
+1 512-379-8111BELFOR Property Restoration
11525 Stonehollow Dr ste b-235, Austin, TX 78758
+1 512-610-3015Dr. Hardwood Refinishing & Cleaning
2021 Guadalupe St #260, Austin, TX 78705
+1 512-662-2222SERVPRO of Downtown Austin/Team Jones
501 N Congress Ave Suite 500, Austin, TX 78701
+1 737-204-2753RAINING KATE'S Water Damage Restoration
11610 Quarter Horse Trail, Austin, TX 78750
+1 512-772-1394Get Smart Reconstruction Inc.
12407 N Mopac Expy Ste 401, Austin, TX 78758
+1 512-934-0020SERVPRO of Northeast Austin, The Domain
10900 Stonelake Blvd Building 2, Suite 100, Austin, TX 78759
+1 737-204-2923Chrome Water Damage Experts
13359 N Hwy 183 Suite 406-1037, Austin, TX 78750
+1 512-522-1858Paul Davis Restoration of East and South Austin, TX
204 W Powell Ln Unit 6C, Austin, TX 78753
+1 512-850-5176TWM Water Restoration of Austin
5000 Plaza on the Lake Suite 100-400, Austin, TX 78746
+1 726-610-4223Transparent Environmental
6705 US-290 #502-136, Austin, TX 78735
LV3 Chimney Inpection & Chimney Cleaning Services , TX
11754 Jollyville Rd, Austin, TX 78759
+1 254-348-02905 Red Flags When Hiring a Mold Removal Company in Austin
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 Austin
| 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 Texas?
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 Texas?
Texas 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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