Avoid Mold Remediation Scams in Houston
Mold remediation scammers in Houston target worried homeowners, especially after floods. Spot red flags early to protect your family, home, and savings. Here's how.
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Common Mold Remediation Scams in Houston
Be aware of these tactic used by unlicensed operators
Fake Urgent Assessments
Scammers claim severe, immediate mold dangers to sell unneeded expensive services.
Upfront Payment Traps
Demand big deposits in cash before work, then disappear or do poor job.
Bait-and-Switch Pricing
Low initial quote balloons with 'surprise' fees once inside your home.
Unlicensed Work
Operate without Texas-required licenses, risking health and improper removal.
How to Verify a Professional
Insurance
Request a Certificate of Insurance for liability ($1M+) and workers' comp. Call the insurer to verify it's current.
Licensing
Search the Texas DSHS Mold Licensing database at dshs.texas.gov/mold/licensing. Confirm the company's active remediation license.
References
Get 3-5 recent Houston references. Call them to check work quality and any follow-up issues.
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