Mold Remediation: What You Need to Know Before You Hire a Contractor

Mold is one of the most common issues facing commercial buildings in Central Texas. Whether it’s the result of plumbing leaks, humidity, or roof damage, mold can quickly impact indoor air quality, building materials, and even compliance standards for employee health and safety.

For facility managers in Austin, Georgetown, Round Rock, Pflugerville, and Cedar Park, the first instinct may be to call a remediation contractor. But here’s the catch: before remediation begins, Texas law requires a licensed mold assessment to determine the scope of the problem and establish a remediation protocol. Skipping this step can expose your organization to compliance issues, unnecessary costs, and ineffective results.

Why Mold Assessments Matter

A mold assessment goes beyond “looking for mold.” Licensed professionals conduct:

• Visual inspections to identify moisture sources and affected areas.

• Air and surface sampling to confirm the type and extent of mold growth.

• Laboratory testing for scientific confirmation.

• Written reports and protocols that remediation contractors must follow.

This process ensures that any remediation effort is targeted, safe, and effective. It also creates the documentation required by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR).

The Role of the Mold Assessment Consultant

A Mold Assessment Consultant (MAC) is licensed to evaluate mold concerns in commercial buildings. Their responsibilities include:

• Creating an official Mold Assessment Report.

• Developing a Mold Remediation Protocol that outlines how remediation contractors must handle the project.

• Conducting a post-remediation inspection to verify that the contractor followed the protocol and the mold problem was successfully addressed.

This structure separates assessment from remediation, providing checks and balances for facility managers. Contractors cannot legally begin remediation without a licensed assessment and protocol in place.

Choosing the Right Contractor (After Assessment)

Once the assessment is complete, you’ll need a remediation contractor. Here are key points to consider:

• Licensing: In Texas, mold remediation contractors must be licensed separately from assessment consultants.

• Scope Alignment: The contractor’s work must follow the exact Mold Remediation Protocol provided by the consultant.

• Communication: Facility managers should ensure the remediation contractor coordinates directly with the consultant for oversight and compliance.

Texas Mold Requirements

In Texas, mold is regulated by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR). Facility managers should know that:

• A licensed Mold Assessment Consultant (MAC) must conduct inspections, testing, and issue a Mold Assessment Report.

• A Mold Remediation Protocol prepared by the MAC is required before contractors begin work.

• Licensed Mold Remediation Contractors (MRCs) must follow the protocol exactly.

• Post-remediation clearance testing is required to confirm the project is complete.

Skipping these steps isn’t just risky — it’s noncompliant. To make the rules easier to understand, the Champion Environmental team has prepared a plain-language summary of Texas mold requirements for facility managers.

View the Texas Mold Requirements Summary

Find the official regulations through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation website, linked at the bottom of that page.

Common Misconceptions About Mold

• “If I see mold, I just need someone to clean it up.” In Texas, that’s not enough. Licensed assessment and a remediation protocol are required by law.

• “Any contractor can remove mold.” Only licensed mold remediation contractors may perform this work legally.

• “Testing is optional.” Testing establishes the scope and confirms clearance once the work is done. Skipping it risks noncompliance and future recurrence.

Why Start with Champion Environmental Services

Champion Environmental Services does not perform remediation or removal. Instead, they are licensed in Texas to provide professional mold assessments, testing, and protocols. This independence gives facility managers confidence that recommendations are objective and focused on compliance.

Champion’s licensed Mold Assessment Consultants help commercial clients in Austin, Georgetown, Round Rock, Pflugerville, and Cedar Park:

• Identify mold risks through inspections and testing.

• Develop remediation protocols that licensed contractors must follow.

• Provide post-remediation clearance inspections to ensure work meets Texas requirements.

By starting with Champion, facility managers set the foundation for safe, effective, and legally compliant mold remediation.

Conclusion

For facility managers, mold problems demand more than a quick fix. In Texas, the process begins with a licensed mold assessment — not with a contractor’s cleanup crew. Assessments, testing, and protocols create a roadmap that remediation contractors must follow, ensuring compliance and protecting occupants.

Champion Environmental Services provides licensed, professional mold assessments to guide this process. With expertise in inspections, testing, and protocol development, Champion helps commercial clients across Central Texas manage mold concerns with confidence.

For a consultation tailored to your facility, contact Champion Environmental today.