Mold Removal Contractors in
Shreveport, Louisiana
The Red River, clay soils, and decades of Louisiana weather create real mold risk across the Shreveport-Bossier metro. Find experienced local contractors serving Caddo and Bossier Parishes.
Top Shreveport Mold Remediation Contractors
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1-800 Water Damage of Shreveport
What Customers Say
“Really enjoyed the work and care the team put in. Chassity was caring and thorough, Anthony kept the work flow moving, and David provided elbow grease and comedic relief. The whole team did great and cared for our things as if it was their own home. When they left, it felt like f…”
“David Compton, Chasity, and Keegan were polite, professional, and quick to respond to our water damage. They were very knowledgeable and explained what they were doing and how it would be reported to the insurance company.”
“David Compton did an excellent job from start to finish. My hot water heater inlet line failed and caused water damage, and he jumped on it fast. He mitigated the damages professionally, kept me informed throughout the process, and made sure everything was handled the right way.…”
Business Hours
| Mon | 5AM–10PM |
| Tue | 5AM–10PM |
| Wed | 5AM–10PM |
| Thu | 5AM–10PM |
| Fri | 5AM–10PM |
| Sat | 5AM–10PM |
| Sun | 5AM–10PM |
DryMax Water & Fire Restoration
What Customers Say
“Fast and friendly service! Price was very reasonable! Hope to never need this service again but if I do, I will definitely call them back! Even our dog approved!”
“The DryMax crew did a wonderful job. Amanda was professional, courteous, and well organized. Our job was completed efficiently and effectively. I recommend DryMax.”
“We had a great experience with DryMax! They responded quickly (on a Sunday) to a water leak at my home and immediately took action to minimize the damage. James was professional, efficient, and kept us informed every step of the way. Highly recommend for any water damage or resto…”
ServiceMaster Restore NWLA
What Customers Say
“All of the service men were just so kind and professional getting us through what could have been a difficult situation. They had everything in hand and good as new in no time. Richard and Kyle were exceptional!”
“Orlando came to our home and was knowledgeable from the start. We had met with another company initially and were very disappointed. Within five minutes of Orlando speaking to me and explaining the situation I felt comfortable and reassured by the entire process.”
“Orlando Flowers was very knowledgeable and efficient. He was also very polite and considerate and answered all my questions. Will definitely refer and use them again.”
Delta Restoration
What Customers Say
“**HIGHLY RECOMMEND ** These guys know Exactly what they’re doing and They do it best! The owner Derrick was an awesome guy to deal with and is knowledgeable of the situation on hand. If you’re reading this to choose who to hire, I’m telling you “Delta Restoration” is the place I’…”
“Would HIGHLY recommend this company! The owner Derrick is amazing and very thorough with every detail. He is very honest and fair. Along with being Humble and firm in his Christian Belief. I would recommend him to any and all of my friends and family. Thank you for your hard and …”
“Derrick Rushing has followed me from my last three homes . All three experienced water damage and needed some restoration. I appreciated him being available , having professional and good relationships with insurance companies and adjusters and doing really great work . I recomm…”
Watrion Restoration of Shreveport
What Customers Say
“When my hardwood floors absorbed water in Southern Hills, hardwood floor water damage repair & drying saved me from having to replace them, and the work was done with impressive precision.”
“Their water leak detection and repair saved us from major damage. I’m so thankful they caught it early.”
“We really appreciated how easy the ceiling repair process was with their help.”
Business Hours
| Mon | 9AM–5PM |
| Tue | 9AM–5PM |
| Wed | 9AM–5PM |
| Thu | 9AM–5PM |
| Fri | 9AM–5PM |
| Sat | 9AM–5PM |
Bear’s
What Customers Say
“Have used Bear’s Restoration for multiple projects including full repairs to my home, workshop and deck when they were severely damaged from a 70ft hickory tree falling. They were very professional in explaining the whole insurance replacement process to me from the start and ke…”
“I have referred Bear’s Restoration to many clients and have always got great feed back from them. Clients always mention his response time and professionalism. I will continue to refer him to others as well. We have also used Bear’s Restoration for flagstone work and the process…”
“Bears Restoration is excellent. They are always there for the right advice and they are upfront about the reasonable options for the task at hand. I will continue to utilize and refer anyone needing there service. Thanks for the great work.”
Jagoj Mold Remediation Shreveport
What Customers Say
“We had to deal with storm water flooding the lower floor of our property. The crew got there soon and brought in heavy machinery to remove water and dry things off. They went over everything with us, even the readings of moisture and worries about air quality. We felt better know…”
“Jagoj Mold Remediation Shreveport came soon away when we detected black mold in our bathroom. Their employees were well-trained and did a great job of addressing the issue. There are no more scents in the area, and it is clean.”
“We hired them after mold spread in our attic due of damage from a hurricane. The inspection was quite comprehensive, and the cleanup was done carefully and with the right containment.”
Ready Now Restoration
What Customers Say
“From the moment they arrived, their professionalism was evident. Within an hour, the dehumidification process was underway, and the difference was noticeable. The team explained each step clearly, ensuring I felt at ease. My home is now comfortably dry and fresh.”
“In the aftermath of a serious leak, I found myself overwhelmed by the extent of the damage. The team arrived swiftly, assessing the situation with precision and care. Within an hour, they were hard at work, utilizing advanced equipment to meticulously dry out the structure. Their…”
“I was genuinely impressed by their prompt arrival and thorough cleanup. Within an hour, the team had everything under control, leaving my home spotless and restoring peace of mind. Highly recommend!”
Business Hours
| Mon | 8AM–8PM |
| Tue | 8AM–8PM |
| Wed | 8AM–8PM |
| Thu | 8AM–8PM |
| Fri | 8AM–8PM |
| Sat | 9AM–6PM |
| Sun | 9AM–6PM |
Prime South Contracting
What Customers Say
“They fixed my house after a tree fell on it and did a great job! My house had major damage, and they were able to take care of all the work that needed to be done, and pretty much had to rebuild one side of my house. Matt is a great guy and worked to get my insurance to cover t…”
“Matt and his team did excellent work. I had the aftermath of a plumbing leak that need to be repaired. They were professional, and the quality of work was terrific. Tim didn’t like the way the textured wall looked so he fixed it, and the carpet that was repaired had a bulge th…”
“I will recommend Prime South Contracting to everyone. The guys at Prime South did everything they said they were going to do. I hired them shortly after my house caught fire. The whole house had to be gutted and rebuilt. They re-framed the roof and continued to install some be…”
APEX Environmental Solutions, LLC
What Customers Say
“Yanni, Brad, and team are best in the area by miles! They have been servicing my property for a couple years now, and they have always been responsive, professional, and I turn to them to be the experts in their space. You will not go wrong with choosing APEX.”
“We’ve been using Apex for all of our asbestos testing and related services, and they have been nothing short of excellent. Their team is always professional, reliable, and quick to respond whenever we need them. The reports are thorough, accurate, and delivered in a timely manner…”
“I’ve worked with Yanni and his team at APEX for years. They are excellent to work with. Timely and fair. They are always my first call for environmental testing and abatement.”
Business Hours
| Mon | 8AM–5PM |
| Tue | 8AM–5PM |
| Wed | 8AM–5PM |
| Thu | 8AM–5PM |
| Fri | 8AM–5PM |
Mold in Shreveport: What Northwest Louisiana Homeowners Need to Know
Shreveport occupies a different climate zone than the rest of Louisiana — further from the Gulf, drier on average, and without the below-sea-level flooding vulnerability that defines New Orleans or the bayou-driven moisture of Acadiana. But “drier than Louisiana’s coast” is a relative term. Shreveport still averages over 46 inches of rain per year, summer humidity regularly exceeds 85%, and the city sits astride the Red River, which has a well-documented history of major flood events that have pushed water into thousands of homes across Caddo and Bossier Parishes over the decades.
For Shreveport homeowners, the mold risk profile is shaped less by chronic coastal humidity and more by episodic water intrusion events — flooding, roof failures, plumbing leaks, and the moisture damage that accumulates in homes over decades of Louisiana weather. The good news is that Shreveport’s somewhat lower baseline humidity means mold often progresses more slowly here than in South Louisiana. The risk is that slower progression leads to later detection, and by the time visible mold appears in a Shreveport home, the underlying moisture problem has often been developing for months or years.
The Red River and Shreveport’s Flood History
The Red River runs directly through the heart of the Shreveport-Bossier metro, and its flood history is significant. Major flood events have inundated neighborhoods along the river’s banks multiple times in living memory, and low-lying areas in both Caddo and Bossier Parishes remain in active flood zones. Homes in the Highland, Allendale, and Ledbetter Heights neighborhoods of Shreveport, as well as riverfront areas of Bossier City, have experienced repeated flood exposure that creates a cumulative moisture burden in the building stock.
Beyond the river itself, Shreveport’s clay-heavy soils create drainage challenges across much of the metro. Clay doesn’t absorb water — it holds it at the surface and transmits hydrostatic pressure against foundation walls and slabs. Homes with crawl spaces in older Shreveport neighborhoods frequently show signs of chronic moisture intrusion at the foundation level that feeds mold growth in floor framing and subfloor assemblies.
Where Mold Develops in Shreveport Homes
Crawl spaces and pier-and-beam foundations are the highest-risk area in Shreveport’s older housing stock. The Highlands, South Highlands, and many of the city’s established neighborhoods contain homes built on raised foundations in the early-to-mid 20th century. Without vapor barriers and adequate cross-ventilation, these crawl spaces accumulate moisture year-round. Most homeowners never inspect them, and mold can establish extensively in floor joists and subfloor sheathing before any interior sign appears.
Roof systems and attics are the second major risk area. Shreveport receives intense summer thunderstorms and occasional ice storms in winter that stress roofing materials in ways that Gulf Coast homes, which primarily face tropical systems, don’t experience. Flashing failures around chimneys, skylights, and HVAC penetrations are common after freeze-thaw cycles, and the resulting slow leaks introduce moisture into attic spaces that can go undetected for full seasons.
HVAC systems running through unconditioned attic spaces — common in both older and newer Shreveport construction — face significant thermal stress. The combination of extreme summer heat in the attic and cold refrigerant lines creates condensation that, if insulation is degraded or improperly installed, drips into the ceiling assembly below. Musty odors coming from supply vents are often the first detectable sign of mold growth within the air handler or duct system.
Bathrooms and kitchens in older construction frequently lack adequate exhaust ventilation to exterior. In Shreveport’s pre-1980 housing stock this is particularly common, and the cumulative effect of years of moisture from cooking and bathing being absorbed into wall and ceiling cavities creates conditions for slow mold growth that doesn’t become apparent until surfaces are disturbed during renovation.
Bossier City and the Broader Ark-La-Tex Market
The Shreveport-Bossier City metro functions as a single market for mold remediation services, and most contractors listed here serve both sides of the Red River. Bossier City’s newer construction — much of it built after the casino development boom of the 1990s and 2000s — tends to have more modern moisture management systems than older Shreveport stock, but it’s not immune. Slab construction in both cities faces the vapor transmission issues common throughout Louisiana, and the rapid residential development along the I-220 corridor in Bossier Parish has produced some construction quality variability that creates moisture intrusion vulnerabilities in homes only 15 to 20 years old.
Contractors in this directory also serve communities throughout the broader Ark-La-Tex region including Benton, Haughton, Minden, and Natchitoches. If you’re in central Louisiana near Alexandria, see our Alexandria contractor directory for providers closer to Rapides Parish.
Vetting Contractors in the Shreveport Market
Shreveport’s remediation market is smaller than New Orleans or Baton Rouge, which means fewer contractors to choose from — but also means that the established local providers tend to have deep experience with the specific conditions of northwest Louisiana homes. When evaluating contractors, verify LSLBC licensing as a baseline, confirm insurance coverage, and ask specifically about their experience with the type of construction your home represents — pier-and-beam, slab, or a combination.
A written scope of work is non-negotiable. It should specify containment protocol, materials to be removed, drying targets, and whether post-clearance testing is included. Any contractor unwilling to put the full scope in writing before work begins is not a contractor worth hiring.