Are there state rules for mold remediation in Georgia?
No enforceable standards. Georgia DPH says mold inspection, testing and remediation practices have no enforceable state or federal standards, and that indoor air quality is not a regulated program (Georgia DPH). The North Georgia Health District says the same (North Georgia Health District).
When does a contractor license apply?
For the rebuild. In Georgia, residential work over $2,500 generally requires a contractor licensed by the State Licensing Board for Residential and General Contractors, and plumbing, electrical and HVAC work need trade licenses (Georgia Secretary of State).
How do I check out a mold company?
- Ask what remediation standard they follow and how they set up containment.
- Ask for a certificate of insurance.
- Ask whether the company that tests is separate from the company that remediates.
- Look up any contractor license on the Secretary of State's site.
Georgia DPH refers consumers to professional organizations such as ACAC, RIA and AIHA (Georgia DPH).
What should I get in writing?
- The scope of work, room by room.
- How you will know the job is done.
- What is excluded, such as rebuild.
- A payment schedule tied to progress.
Common questions
Does Georgia DPH inspect homes for mold?
No. Georgia DPH says its indoor air quality role is limited, and it regulates mold only in tourist accommodations.
Is mold certification required in Georgia?
Georgia has no enforceable state standard for mold remediation. Certifications come from private organizations.
Should the same company test and remediate?
Many homeowners prefer separate companies so the test is independent of the job.
Related guides
Sources
- Georgia DPH: Indoor Air Quality
- North Georgia Health District: Mold
- Georgia Secretary of State: residential and general contractor FAQ
Last reviewed November 13, 2026. This guide is general information, not legal, insurance or medical advice.