Remediating mold in Hermitage involves stopping the moisture, closing off the affected space, removing growth and the porous materials it has damaged, and drying the framing. EPA's guidance is that areas over roughly 10 square feet, or growth after significant water damage, are a job for a professional. Call the number on this page to be connected with a local mold remediation company in Hermitage.
Hermitage at a glance
Hermitage is a suburban part of Metro Nashville in eastern Davidson County, with homes from starter houses to large executive residences. The Stones River separates it from Donelson and runs through the Clover Bottom bottomlands below J. Percy Priest Dam, and Stoners Creek also runs through the 37076 ZIP. During the March 2021 flash flooding, Hermitage measured 7.16 inches of rain and a grocery store on Old Hickory Boulevard flooded. About 26.5 percent of homes in the ZIP were built before 1980, and roughly 48 percent of households rent.
What to do now
- Find and stop the source, whether it's a roof, a plumbing line, a window or water from outside.
- Start drying right away with fans and a dehumidifier; EPA's target is within 24 to 48 hours.
- Don't disturb large patches. Dry brushing or sanding sends spores into the air.
- Turn off central air if the growth is near returns, ducts or the air handler.
- If you rent, notify your landlord in writing and keep a copy with photos.
Signs and what they usually mean
| What you see | Likely cause |
|---|---|
| Stain spreading across a ceiling after storms | Roof, flashing or gutter leak |
| Musty smell in a lower-level room | Storm water seeping in, or high humidity |
| Growth on the wall behind a dresser or bed | Poor airflow on a cold exterior wall |
| Mold near the water heater or laundry | Slow leak at a fitting or drain |
Cost factors
Nationally, Angi reports most remediation jobs fall between $1,223 and $3,758, with companies charging $10 to $25 per square foot; Hermitage prices vary. Size, how much material comes out, whether growth reaches inside wall cavities (which Angi lists at $1,000 to $20,000 nationally) and whether rebuild is included all shift the total. In Davidson County, residential projects from $3,000 to $24,999 require the state Home Improvement license, and jobs of $25,000 or more require a Tennessee contractor's license with the S-F mold remediation classification. Structural rebuild such as replacing supporting walls needs a Metro Codes permit.
When you get a quote, ask the company to write down where the moisture came from, how the area will be sealed off, what material comes out and how they will confirm the framing is dry. A clear written scope makes it easy to compare two companies.
Mold Removal & Remediation questions in Hermitage
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My landlord won't fix the leak. Who can I contact?
Should the heat or air conditioning run while mold is being removed?
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Sources
- EPA: Mold Cleanup in Your Home
- Angi: How Much Does Mold Remediation Cost? (2026 data)
- Angi: How to Hire a Mold Remediation Company
- Tennessee Contractor Classification Outline (TDCI)
- TDCI: Bidding FAQs
- TDCI: Bidding and Contractor License Requirements (pdf)
- Hermitage, Tennessee (Wikipedia)
- City-Data: ZIP 37076
- National Weather Service Nashville: March 27-28, 2021 flooding
- Metro Water Services: Know Your Flood Hazard
- Metro Codes: Residential Building Permits
- Metro Codes: Codes Violation Types
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