Mold feels overwhelming. The way through is clearer than you think.
Most families come to us not knowing where to start. Here's what the process looks like in Texas, who does what, and where we're beside you.
Four steps, and we're with you through each one
Between the plan and the final check, a licensed remediator does the hands-on work. We show you where that fits, so nothing is a surprise.
Mold assessment
Led by K9 Mold GuideWe come to your home, listen to what you've been experiencing, and find out what's really going on. That means a careful inspection, real-time air testing with our InstaScope, and, where it helps, K9 Jessie's nose to narrow down where mold is hiding. We also look for the moisture source behind it, because that's what keeps mold coming back.
Your remediation protocol
Led by K9 Mold GuideFrom the assessment, our Licensed Mold Assessment Consultant writes a protocol: a clear, written plan for what needs to be done and how. It comes to you, and you hand it to the licensed remediator you choose, who works from that plan. It's also the yardstick for the final check.
Your licensed remediator does the work
Handled by a licensed remediatorYou choose a licensed mold remediation contractor and give them your protocol to carry out. By Texas law, we can't do the remediation on a project we assessed. That keeps the people who find the problem separate from the people who fix it, so you get independent advice.
Post-remediation visit and clearance
Led by K9 Mold GuideWhen the work is finished, we come back to check it against the protocol. This clearance visit is how you know the job was done the way it was supposed to be. If the work passes clearance, you receive a Certificate of Mold Damage Remediation.
Ongoing support
Led by K9 Mold GuideGetting to a clean result is a big milestone, and staying there matters too. Our InstaScope gives you real-time air readings, so it's a quick way to check in after a leak, a repair, or whenever you want peace of mind.
Find your place in the process
Wherever you're starting from, there's a next step. Pick the one that sounds like you.
I think I might have mold
Something's off, or someone's not feeling well at home, and you want real answers.
Start an assessment → Step 2I need a plan for remediation
You know there's mold and need a written protocol for a remediator to follow.
Talk to us → Step 3Remediation is finished
The work is done and you want it checked against the protocol.
Schedule clearance → Step 4I want peace of mind
You've been through the process and want ongoing checks for your home.
Ask about monitoring →How Texas protects homeowners
The state sets rules for mold professionals. Here's what that means for you.
Licensed professionals
Mold assessment consultants, technicians, and remediators in Texas are licensed through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). You can check any license before you hire.
A written plan first
A Licensed Mold Assessment Consultant writes the protocol and gives it to you. You pass it to your remediator, who works from that plan, so everyone knows exactly what's expected.
A certificate you can keep
When remediation is completed under a protocol and passes clearance by a Licensed Mold Assessment Consultant, the owner receives a Certificate of Mold Damage Remediation. It's useful to have when you sell your home.
If you want a CMDR, you need a licensed remediator.
A CMDR is the Certificate of Mold Damage Remediation, the document you keep when the work is done and has passed clearance.
Not sure where you stand? Start with an assessment →This page is general information, not legal advice. Rules are set and enforced by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
We learned so much and now have important information to help us in the right direction.
What families ask us most
Does K9 Mold Guide do the remediation?
No. Under Texas law, a mold assessor or consultant can't perform remediation on a project they assessed. That's a good thing for you: our advice stays independent, and we have nothing to gain from a bigger job. We'll write the protocol, and you choose a licensed remediator to carry it out.
Why does mold come back after it's been cleaned?
Usually because the moisture that fed it is still there. Finding and fixing the source, such as a leak, a humidity problem, or poor drainage, is part of getting it right. That's why a good assessment looks at the cause, not just the visible mold.
How long does the whole process take?
It depends on the size of the home and the scope of the work. Assessments and reports move quickly, and the remediation timeline is set by your remediator and the protocol. We'll give you a realistic picture once we've seen your home.
How much will remediation cost?
It varies a lot with how much needs to be removed and how hard it is to reach. One benefit of a written protocol is that every remediator bids against the same scope, so you can compare apples to apples.
What is a Certificate of Mold Damage Remediation?
It's the document that shows remediation was completed under a protocol and that the work passed a clearance check by a Licensed Mold Assessment Consultant. In Texas it's issued to the property owner, and when you sell, you're required to give the buyer any certificates issued for the property in the previous five years. Keep it somewhere safe.
Can I just clean it up myself?
Smaller areas have fewer requirements in Texas, but mold is often more widespread than what you can see. If you're not sure, an assessment tells you what you're dealing with before you spend money or time on cleanup.
You don't have to figure this out alone.
Tell us where you are in the process. We'll listen, explain your options, and help you take the next step.