Mold Removal Companies in Virginia Beach, Virginia
Mold removal companies in Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach
65 listedAll Virginia Beach Mold Removal Contractors
Allen's Dry-N-Clean Carpet Cleaning
1612 Centerville Turnpike STE 308, Virginia Beach, VA 23464
+1 757-495-3626Custom Home Improvement & Repairs of Hampton Roads
2000 General Booth Blvd Ste 204, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
+1 757-720-7032Monster Clean
3324 Virginia Beach Blvd Ste 110, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
+1 757-523-1175First Atlantic Restoration
414 S Parliament Dr, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
+1 855-499-1915Emergency Restoration Services LLC
2433 Castleton Commerce Way Suite 102, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
+1 757-778-8925Xtreme Detailing & Ceramic Coating
5760 Princess Anne Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
+1 757-861-9777SERVPRO of Virginia Beach, Oceana, Dam Neck and Green Run
2633 Production Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
+1 757-734-0914United Restoration Inc.
360 Cleveland Pl # 101, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
+1 757-490-1966Restoration Specialists Of Virginia
114 Commerce Park Dr Suite A, Manquin, VA 23106
+1 804-779-3089Paul Davis Restoration of Williamsburg, VA (formerly STAT Services Inc)
133 Powhatan Springs Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23188
+1 757-914-7016East Beach Drywall and Texture
1616 Centerville Turnpike STE 204, Virginia Beach, VA 23464
+1 757-805-7490MasterTech Environmental of Tidewater
620 Innovation Dr Ste 102, Chesapeake, VA 23320
+1 757-932-2772911 Restoration of Virginia Beach
102 Pennsylvania Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
+1 757-324-5276Coastal Restoration & Construction
1501 Technology Dr Suite 102, Chesapeake, VA 23320
+1 757-550-0033ServiceMaster Premier Restoration Services - Chesapeake
1716 Lambert Ct, Chesapeake, VA 23320
+1 757-750-9367911 Restoration of Virginia Peninsula
807 Mattmoore Pl, Newport News, VA 23601
+1 757-942-1104Rainbow Restoration of Chesapeake
808 Port Centre Pkwy, Portsmouth, VA 23704
+1 757-994-8242B&G Home Improvement, Inc
2681 Production Rd STE 101, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
+1 757-517-0662Dr. Spot Carpet Cleaning & Flooring Virginia Beach
616 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
+1 757-348-9976Tidewater Restoration and Cleaning
1713 Lamerton Ct, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
Coastal Crawlspace Solutions Inc
1945 Laskin Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23454
+1 757-778-2165PuroClean of South Chesapeake
335 Centerville Turnpike S, Chesapeake, VA 23322
+1 757-330-5511Gilbert & Son Moisture, Mold & Foundation
2501 Performance Ct Suite 102, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
+1 757-495-6669VA Beach Hero Mold Removal
2697 International Pkwy, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
+1 757-219-2075Services, Inc.
5040 Broad St, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Glen's Water Damage Restoration
1315 Hillock Crossing, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
+1 757-720-8876Bay Restoration & Air Duct Services
805 Kamps Mill Rd, Lancaster, VA 22503
+1 804-435-1065Water Damage Restoration Chesapeake
403 Plainfield Ave, Chesapeake, VA 23320
+1 757-982-3921Virginia Beach
2717 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
OutterMind Enterprise llc
3419 Virginia Beach Blvd #5133, Virginia Beach, VA 23452
+1 757-738-3881ServiceMaster Disaster Recovery Services
1236A Baker Rd, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
+1 757-363-0606Victory Contracting LLC
361 Cleveland Pl Suite 102, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
+1 757-636-8620Rainbow International of North Virginia Beach
1461 London Bridge Rd Suite 215, Virginia Beach, VA 23453
+1 757-785-4800PuroClean Emergency Restoration Specialists
1490 Quarterpath Rd, Williamsburg, VA 23185
+1 757-208-73775 Red Flags When Hiring a Mold Removal Company in Virginia Beach
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 Virginia Beach
| 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 Virginia?
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 Virginia?
Virginia 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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