HVAC & Air Duct Mold Removal in Springfield, TN

Signs your system may have mold

• An odor like a wet towel or old cellar that comes out of the vents once the blower runs
• Growth on supply grilles, the return or the filter frame
• A drain pan holding water, or a condensate line that stays dry in summer
• Sagging, stained or damp duct wrap in the crawl space
• Ceiling stains in a halo around registers

Local conditions in Springfield

Springfield is the Robertson County seat, about 24 miles north of Nashville near the Kentucky line. Heavy rain has caught the city more than once. On September 1, 2017, the Lahr Road bridge washed out on its east side, Memorial Boulevard at the fairgrounds went underwater, and several Robertson County residents reported water inside their homes. On February 23, 2019, flash flooding led to two water rescues in Springfield, one on New Chapel Road near Hoods Branch Road. On May 8, 2024, 8 to 12 inches of rain fell in the county and Armstrong Road turned into what was described as a miniature lake. Homes that took water in any of these storms may have ductwork under the floor that never fully dried. EPA says to assume mold if wet materials couldn't be dried within 24 to 48 hours.

What affects cost

Angi reports national ranges of about $600 to $2,000 for air duct mold cleaning and $3,000 to $10,000 for HVAC system mold work. Middle Tennessee prices vary. The bid depends mostly on how much insulated or flex duct has to come out, since EPA says it generally can't be cleaned once wet or moldy, plus the state of the coil and pan, crawl space clearance and any drainage or duct-sealing work. In Robertson County, residential jobs of $3,000 or more need the state Home Improvement license, and projects of $25,000 or more need a Tennessee contractor's license with the S-F classification for mold remediation.

What happens when you call

You'll be connected with an independent company that serves Springfield. They'll ask about the system, any past flooding and what you've noticed, then schedule an inspection. Permits for replacing ducts or framing come from City of Springfield Building and Codes on North Main Street. Renters with a leak the landlord hasn't fixed can file a property maintenance complaint with the city online through Request Tracker. The Robertson County Health Department on South Brown Street can help with health questions.