Tennessee Mold Remediation Licensing & Laws

Does Tennessee require a state license to do mold remediation?

No, Tennessee does not have a mold-specific state license. Mold remediation work in Tennessee is performed by contractors operating under Tennessee’s general contractor licensing system. Verify any contractor’s license at the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (Board for Licensing Contractors) before signing a contract.

Who regulates mold work in Tennessee?

In Tennessee, mold work is governed by the contractor licensing rules of the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (Board for Licensing Contractors). Because there is no mold-specific state license, the practical questions when hiring are: does this contractor hold a current Tennessee license that covers the work, do they carry insurance, and do they use a written contract with a clear scope. For tenant-side issues, the Tennessee Attorney General consumer pages and your local code enforcement department are the right places to start.

How do I verify a Tennessee contractor’s license?

Use the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (Board for Licensing Contractors) license verification or contractor search. Confirm the contractor is current, in the right classification for the work, and has no open disciplinary actions. Ask for proof of general liability insurance and (if the contractor has employees) workers’ compensation coverage.

What rights do Tennessee tenants have when there is mold in a rental?

Most US states give residential tenants a statutory or common-law warranty of habitability. The exact mechanics in Tennessee, including notice requirements, repair-and-deduct procedures, and termination remedies, are governed by state-specific statutes. The starting point is your state’s residential landlord-tenant law and, in some states, your local housing or health code.

This page is a state-level overview. Tenants in active disputes should not act unilaterally. Read the current statutes, talk to a Tennessee attorney or a local legal aid organization, and document conditions in writing before withholding rent, vacating, or terminating a lease. The Tennessee Attorney General consumer pages are a good starting point for state-specific guidance.

How do I file a complaint against a Tennessee mold contractor?

Complaints about a Tennessee licensed contractor go to the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance (Board for Licensing Contractors). For tenant-side mold problems with a landlord rather than a contractor, the right channel is generally local code enforcement or the local health department, plus the Tennessee Attorney General consumer protection division.

Talk to a mold pro in Tennessee

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A note on this page

This guide is a state-level overview built from primary government sources. It is informational, not legal advice. Mold licensing rules, contractor licensing classifications, and tenant remedies change. Always verify current requirements with the agency directly before relying on a specific procedure or threshold.