Florida Licensed Mold Assessor
License MRSA5754
Mold Remediation
Mold Remediation in Palm Beach & Broward
Mold remediation is the contained removal of mold growth and the materials it has damaged. 1st Class Restoration's founder is a Florida-licensed mold remediator (MRSR5743), and we remove mold from homes, condos and businesses in Palm Beach and Broward counties, often after an AC leak, a plumbing leak or a flood. Call (728) 233-1041, 24/7, for a free on-site estimate.
Key facts
- How we remove it
- Containment, HEPA air filtration, removal of mold-damaged porous materials, HEPA vacuuming, cleaning and drying
- When Florida requires a license
- Mold remediation of areas larger than 10 square feet
- 12-month rule
- We can't assess a property we remediated, or remediate one we assessed, within 12 months (s. 468.8419, F.S.)
- Not included
- Rebuild or drywall replacement after removal
- Service area
- Palm Beach County and Broward County, Florida, plus parts of Miami-Dade County
- Hours
- 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays. Call (728) 233-1041
- Estimates
- Free on-site estimates. For mold, a free estimate is not a mold assessment.
- Florida mold licenses
- Mold Assessor MRSA5754 and Mold Remediator MRSR5743, held by Daniel J. Mustelier (verify)
- Payment
- You pay us directly. We don't bill insurance companies or handle claims; we provide documentation you can submit to your insurer.
- Ownership
- The restoration brand of 1st Class Facility Services, a veteran-owned company
Removing mold the right way means containing it, taking out what's affected and dealing with the moisture behind it. Our founder is a Florida-licensed mold remediator (MRSR5743).
Mold after a leak
Most mold starts with water: a slow leak behind a wall, an AC closet that overflowed, a ceiling that got wet and was painted over, or flooring that never fully dried after water damage. Common spots are behind drywall, in AC closets and around air handlers, on ceilings under attic units, under sinks and in closets on exterior walls.
Removing mold without fixing the moisture means it comes back, so we flag the source before we start.
Musty smell but no visible mold
A musty smell often means hidden moisture or mold inside a wall, under flooring or in the AC system. If you can't see where it's coming from, a mold assessment from a licensed assessor can find it. Keep in mind that whichever company assesses your property can't also remediate it within 12 months.
Florida law keeps remediation and assessment separate
Under Section 468.8419, Florida Statutes, a mold remediator's company can't assess a property it remediated within the last 12 months, and a mold assessor's company can't remediate a property it assessed. We offer remediation as its own service.
If you have a protocol from an independent licensed mold assessor, we work from it. After the work, an independent licensed assessor can confirm the area is clean.
When Florida requires a licensed pro
Florida's mold licensing law covers mold remediation of areas larger than 10 square feet. For a small spot under that size with a known cause, the EPA says you can usually clean it yourself. If it's bigger or keeps coming back, call a licensed remediator.
How contained mold removal works
- Containment with plastic barriers so spores don't spread to clean areas
- Negative air pressure with HEPA air filtration inside the work area
- Protective equipment and respiratory protection for the crew
- Removal of mold-damaged porous materials like drywall, insulation and carpet
- HEPA vacuuming and cleaning of the remaining surfaces
- Drying the area, and flagging the moisture source so mold doesn't come back
Real work
Photos from our jobs
Real photos from our jobs. We leave out client names and addresses.
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Home mold job: mold growing on the drywall behind an appliance after a leak. -
Restaurant job: wet, moldy drywall removed onto drop cloths, with plastic sheeting protecting the wall. -
Commercial mold job: a professional dehumidifier drying out an office.
Our process
How we handle mold remediation jobs
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Review the scope
Start from a written protocol, ideally from an independent licensed mold assessor.
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Contain
Seal off the work area and set up HEPA air filtration.
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Remove
Take out mold-damaged porous materials.
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Clean & dry
HEPA vacuum, clean remaining surfaces and dry the area.
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Independent check
An independent licensed assessor can confirm the area is clean before it's closed up.
Licensed in Florida
Our mold licenses
Florida Licensed Mold Remediator
License MRSR5743
Veteran-owned
State-required training
Issued by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), Mold-Related Services Licensing Program. Check any license at MyFloridaLicense.com.
Questions
Mold Remediation FAQ
Do I need an assessment before remediation?
It's often a good idea. A written protocol from an independent licensed assessor defines the scope, and a check afterward confirms the work. Because of Florida's 12-month rule, that assessor can't be us on the same property.
Is your free estimate a mold assessment?
No. A free on-site estimate covers the scope and price of the remediation work. A mold assessment (inspection, sampling and a written report from a licensed assessor) is a separate service, and Florida law doesn't let us do both on the same property within 12 months.
Can the same company test and remove mold in Florida?
Not on the same property within 12 months. Section 468.8419, Florida Statutes, bars a mold remediator's company from assessing a property it remediated, and an assessor's company from remediating a property it assessed. It keeps the testing independent. We offer remediation and assessment as separate services and tell you up front which one you need.
How soon can mold grow after a leak?
Quickly. The U.S. EPA advises drying water-damaged materials within 24 to 48 hours to help prevent mold growth, and South Florida's heat and humidity don't help. If drywall, flooring or cabinets stayed wet longer than that, have them checked.
Will bleach get rid of mold?
No. Bleach can lighten surface stains, but it doesn't fix mold growing inside porous materials like drywall, and it doesn't fix the moisture causing it. The EPA doesn't recommend bleach as a routine part of mold cleanup.
How can I check your license?
Search mold remediator license MRSR5743 on MyFloridaLicense.com, the Florida DBPR license lookup.
Where we work
Mold Remediation near you
We serve Palm Beach and Broward counties, plus parts of Miami-Dade County.
More services
Other ways we can help
Water Damage Restoration
Burst pipes, AC overflows, water heater failures and roof leaks. We find the source, remove the water and dry the structure.
Learn moreMold Assessment
Licensed mold inspection and sampling, with a written report and protocol you can take to any independent licensed remediator.
Learn moreStorm & Flood Damage
Hurricanes, tropical storms and flash flooding. Emergency board-up and tarping, water removal, drying and floodwater cleanup.
Learn moreFire & Smoke Damage
Soot and smoke residue cleanup, odor removal, and drying out the water left behind by firefighting.
Learn moreSewage Cleanup
Sewage backups, toilet overflows and drain line failures. Contaminated water removed, the area cleaned, sanitized and dried.
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