Mold Removal & Remediation in Kingston Springs, TN

The Harpeth sets the tone

Kingston Springs began as a mineral-springs resort on the Harpeth River and grew into a residential town after sewer service arrived in 1989. The river and its wooded floodplain along Burns Park and Harpeth River State Park are part of daily life here. During the May 2010 flood, the Harpeth at Kingston Springs set a record crest well above the 1946 mark and washed away a river gauge with data going back to the early 1920s. Floodwater flattened much of the wooded floodplain at Burns Park, and volunteers cleared debris from three destroyed houses.

Most mold calls are less dramatic: a crawl space that never dries in August, a bathroom without a working fan, or an AC drain line that backs up.

Clean it or replace it?

EPA's advice is blunt: porous items like carpet and ceiling tile may have to be thrown away, and nobody should paint or caulk over growth.

Signs it's beyond a quick wipe

• A sour, earthy smell that is strongest near floor vents or a closet
• Spotting that returns within weeks of cleaning
• Drywall that bows, crumbles or feels damp to the touch
• Visible growth larger than a 3 ft by 3 ft square

Timing and seasons

Spring storms raise the river and push water into low crawl spaces, so check under the house after heavy rain. Summer humidity is the slow driver; EPA recommends holding indoor humidity under 60 percent, ideally 30 to 50. Winter is a good season for remediation because the house is closed and drier, but don't wait if materials are still wet. If repairs go beyond cleanup, Kingston Springs issues its own building permits through the town's Building and Codes office on Spring Street. For projects of $25,000 or more, the company needs a Tennessee contractor's license with the S-F mold remediation classification, which you can confirm on TDCI's Verify a License search.