Black Mold Removal in Thompson's Station, TN

Local conditions in Thompson's Station

Thompson's Station is a town between Franklin and Spring Hill, about 26 miles from Nashville, incorporated in August 1990 with railroad-era roots and the 1863 Battle of Thompson's Station in its history. During the May 2010 flood, about 14.4 inches of rain fell here over two days. Williamson County emergency management names the Harpeth River and its creeks as the main local flood sources and says residents should check FEMA's Flood Map Service Center for their property. Many homes here are newer, and in newer construction dark growth tends to come from hidden leaks, condensation on ducts in attics or crawl spaces, and bathrooms without good ventilation.

Test first or remove first?

Angi recommends using separate companies for testing and remediation.

Signs to act on

• Black or dark green spots on drywall that spread.
• Stains around supply registers.
• Soft or discolored flooring near bathrooms.
• Recurring mildew odor in one area.
• Dark spots on attic sheathing or around a bath fan outlet.

Growth in an attic or on ducts usually points to warm, moist air meeting a cold surface. A bath fan that vents into the attic instead of outdoors is a frequent culprit in newer homes, and moving the vent is part of a lasting fix.

Timing

Act within 24 to 48 hours of any water event, EPA's drying window. Summer humidity speeds growth, so a small patch noticed in May can be much larger by August. If walls or framing are rebuilt, building permit applications go to the Town of Thompson's Station, where Planning and Codes work together on plan review. Jobs of $25,000 or more need a Tennessee contractor's license with the S-F mold remediation classification. For health questions, contact the Williamson County Health Department in Franklin. Angi reports national typical remediation costs of $1,223 to $3,758; Middle Tennessee prices vary.