🛡️ Consumer Protection Guide

Avoid Mold Remediation Scams in Medina

Mold remediation scams can leave your Medina home unsafe and drain your savings. Spot the tricks scammers use and verify pros properly—like I'd tell my own family. Stay protected with these simple steps.

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Common Mold Remediation Scams in Medina

Be aware of these tactic used by unlicensed operators

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Fake Assessment Push

Scammers offer 'free' mold tests, scare you with exaggerated risks, then upsell unneeded remediation.

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Upfront Payment Disappearance

Collect deposit or full pay, do shoddy work or nothing, then vanish.

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Bait-and-Switch Pricing

Quote low initially, 'discover' more mold during work to jack up costs.

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Unqualified Bleach Treatment

Use ineffective methods like bleach spraying, claiming it 'kills all mold.'

How to Verify a Professional

Insurance

Request certificates for general liability ($500k+ recommended) and workers' comp. Call the insurer listed to confirm coverage is active.

Licensing

Texas requires mold assessors and remediators to be licensed by the Department of State Health Services (DSHS). Verify licenses at the DSHS portal: dshs.texas.gov/mold or by calling 512-834-6600.

References

Ask for 3+ recent Bandera County or Medina-area references. Contact them to verify work quality, cleanup, and if they'd hire again.

Protection FAQs

Is mold remediation licensed in Texas?

Yes, Texas DSHS licenses mold assessors and remediators. Always check the official portal.

What licenses should a Medina mold pro have?

Active DSHS Mold Remediation Contractor or Assessor/Remediator licenses. Verify online or by phone.

How much upfront payment is normal?

10-30% deposit max. Never pay full amount before work starts.

What if mold returns after remediation?

Trustworthy pros offer warranties. Get it in writing.

Can I spot mold scams myself?

Watch for pressure tactics, no paperwork, or unverified claims. Verify everything.

How to report a mold scam in Medina?

Contact Bandera County Sheriff, Texas AG Consumer Protection, or file at oag.state.tx.us.

What's the safest way to hire mold pros?

Verify licensing/insurance, check references, compare quotes from screened providers.

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