A humid Southern residential street in Florida

Local guide

Mold in Florida

Statewide mold risk and city-by-city local guides for Florida.

Dealing with mold in Florida? A warm, humid climate keeps moisture high across much of the state, so mold is a routine home and building concern. This is your Florida hub for local mold removal and remediation, real help, and who to call.

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Pick your city below for a local snapshot, or find a licensed local pro.

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Why mold is common in Florida

Florida's warm, humid climate, with around 56 inches of rain a year, keeps indoor moisture high, and storms and flooding add sudden water damage that leads to mold. The fix always starts with controlling the moisture, and for anything serious a licensed local pro is the right call.

A brick ranch home on a humid Southern street

Statewide mold contacts in Florida

EPA Regional Office

EPA Region 4 - Southeast

404-562-9900

State Health Department

Florida Department of Health

850-245-4444

See who to call about mold in Florida for direct health department, EPA, and permit contacts.

Mold questions in Florida

Is mold a common problem in Florida?+

Yes. The climate favors mold growth for a good part of the year, so it is a routine home and building concern rather than a rare event.

Who regulates mold in Florida?+

There is no single federal mold license. The state health department handles health guidance, local building departments handle permits, and remediation is done by licensed local contractors.

When should I call a professional?+

For anything larger than about 10 square feet, mold behind walls or in HVAC, or growth tied to sewage or flooding, bring in a licensed local pro.