Straight facts, careful removal
Black Mold Removal Memphis, TN
Black spots on the drywall, in the shower or under the sink? We remove black mold safely, fix the water behind it and tell you what you actually need to worry about.
- Serving Memphis since 1989
- IICRC certified technicians
- Containment and HEPA air scrubbers
Black mold
"Black Mold" Is a Color, Not a Diagnosis
When people say black mold, they usually mean Stachybotrys chartarum. The CDC describes it as a greenish-black mold that grows on materials like drywall, fiberboard and paper when they stay wet for a long time.
But plenty of other molds look black too, and you cannot tell them apart by eye. The good news: you do not have to. The CDC says it is not necessary to know the type of mold. Every kind gets removed the same careful way, which is how our mold remediation works.
So we skip the guessing and the lab fees, find the water that fed it and take it out. That is the same approach our Memphis team has used on water and mold since 1989.
Myth or fact
Black Mold Myths, and What the CDC Actually Says
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Common spots
Where Black Mold Shows Up Inside Memphis Homes
Black mold likes paper and wood that stay wet. Inside the living space, these are the places we find it most. Attic, crawl space and basement mold each have their own service, linked at the bottom.
Bathroom
Where to look
Caulk lines, grout, behind loose tile and the drywall around the tub.
Usual water source
Shower steam and slow leaks behind the wall.
Kitchen
Where to look
Under the sink, behind the dishwasher and the back of the fridge.
Usual water source
Drips from supply lines and drain fittings nobody sees.
Laundry
Where to look
Behind the washer and around the dryer vent.
Usual water source
Hose leaks and warm, damp air.
Windows
Where to look
Sills, tracks and the drywall under the window.
Usual water source
Condensation on cold glass in winter.
HVAC closet
Where to look
Around the air handler, drain pan and return grille.
Usual water source
Condensate that drips or sits.
Any wall
Where to look
The lower part of the drywall after a leak or flood.
Usual water source
Paper-faced drywall that stayed wet for days.
Health
Who Should Keep Away From Black Mold
According to the CDC, mold affects people in different ways, and some people not at all. Here is what it says, without the scare.
What some people notice
No test can prove that a specific mold caused a specific symptom. If symptoms do not go away, see a doctor.
Keep these people out of the area
- People with asthma
- People with mold allergies
- People with a weakened immune system
They can react more strongly, and people with weak immune systems can get lung infections.
Removal
Four Things That Happen on Every Memphis Black Mold Job
No special treatment because it is black, and no shortcuts either. Need it checked first? Start with a mold inspection.
- 01
Sealed off
Plastic containment and HEPA air scrubbers, so spores stay in the work area.
- 02
Taken out
Moldy drywall, insulation and other soft materials are bagged and removed.
- 03
Cleaned
Wood and hard surfaces are cleaned and treated with a mold inhibitor.
- 04
Dried and checked
The water source gets fixed, then moisture readings and photos for your report.
Why choose us
A Calm Memphis Team for a Scary-Sounding Problem
Black mold sounds frightening. Our job is to remove it and fix the water behind it, not to make it sound worse.
Facts, not fear
We tell you what the CDC says, how much mold there is and who should stay out of the room. Nothing more dramatic than that.
The same careful method every time
Containment, HEPA air scrubbers, removal and cleaning, whatever the color or the type.
The water found and stopped
Black mold needs wet drywall or wood. We find the source, so the spot does not come back in a month.
- Serving Memphis since 1989
- IICRC certified technicians
- No lab fees
- Free quotes
Service area
Black Mold Removal Areas We Serve
Our crews cover 29 ZIP codes across Memphis, from Downtown to Hickory Hill and the Bartlett side. Not sure if you are in our area? Give us a call and we will tell you right away.
- Hickory Hill
- Bartlett
- Whitehaven
- Raleigh
- East Memphis
- Southeast Memphis
- University District
- Frayser
- Midtown
- North Memphis
- South Memphis
- Downtown
FAQ
Black Mold FAQs
Have a question that is not listed here? Call us and talk to a real person on our Memphis team.
Does black mold cost more to remove?
No. Mold removal is priced by how much there is, where it is and what has to come out, not by color. Your free quote gives the real number.
Can you tell me if it is Stachybotrys?
Not by looking, and we do not send samples to a lab. The CDC says knowing the type is not needed to remove it. If a doctor or a legal matter needs lab results, an independent mold assessor can take samples.
Is it safe to sleep in a room with black mold?
A small spot is not an emergency for most people, but it is better to sleep elsewhere until it is removed, especially for anyone with asthma, allergies or a weak immune system.
Should I throw out things that had black mold on them?
Soft, porous items like cardboard, papers and mattresses with mold growing on them are usually not worth saving. Hard items like glass, metal and plastic can usually be cleaned.
Will an air purifier get rid of black mold?
No. A good air purifier can catch some spores floating in the room, but the mold keeps growing on the wet wall or floor it came from. The growth and the moisture have to be removed.
Why does black mold keep coming back in my shower?
The caulk and grout stay wet and the bathroom fan is not pulling the steam out. Clean or replace the caulk, run the fan during and after showers and check that it vents outside.
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Get Black Mold Out, Calmly and Completely
Call ServiceMaster by Riverside to have it checked. We will show you where it is, where the water comes from and what it takes to remove it.
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