5 Licensed Mold Companies in San Marcos
Source: Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) · See the full directory below
Licensed Water Damage Contractors in San Marcos, Texas
Verify your water damage or mold contractor's license in San Marcos, Texas. Direct link to TDLR License Search, what licenses to check, red flags, and how to confirm IICRC certification.
Quick Answer — How many licensed mold companies are in San Marcos?
As of October 2026, 5 companies hold an active TDLR mold license registered in San Marcos: 4 mold remediation companies, 1 assessment company, and 0 analysis laboratories. Across Hays County, another 63 individuals hold personal mold licenses. That works out to roughly one licensed mold company per 14,860 residents. Typical professional water damage restoration in San Marcos runs $1,600–$8,500 depending on severity.
How to Verify a Texas Mold Contractor License
Go to tdlr.texas.gov/LicenseSearch
Search by contractor company name or individual's name
Confirm license type is 'Mold Remediation Contractor' or 'Mold Assessment Consultant'
Verify status shows 'Active' with a future expiration date
Check for any disciplinary actions in the same record
Cross-check IICRC certification at iicrc.org/find-an-iicrc-certified-firm
Texas Mold License Types (Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation)
Mold Assessment Consultant (MAC)
Licensed by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Mold Remediation Contractor (MRC)
Licensed by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Mold Assessment Technician (MAT)
Licensed by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Mold Remediation Worker (MRW)
Licensed by Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
Texas has no separate water damage restoration license — only mold work requires a TDLR license. Structural reconstruction requires a general contractor registered with the Texas Secretary of State.
IICRC WRT (Water Restoration Technician) and ASD (Applied Structural Drying) certifications are the industry standard for extraction and drying. Not required by Texas law but recognized by all major TX insurers as proof of competency.
Key Facts — Texas Contractor Licensing
- Mold work requires a TDLR license — a general contractor license alone is not sufficient
- Texas does not require a separate state license for water damage extraction and drying — only the mold remediation phase is licensed
- TDLR mold contractors must carry at least $300,000 general liability insurance per occurrence
- The same company cannot hold both a Mold Assessment and Mold Remediation license in TX — these must be separate firms
Mold Licensing in San Marcos — By the Numbers
5
Active licensed companies
in San Marcos
63
Licensed professionals
Hays County
1
Licenses expiring
within 12 months
1:14,860
Company-to-resident ratio
pop. 74,300
TDLR-Licensed Mold Companies in San Marcos
5 companies hold an active mold license registered in San Marcos, per public Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation records (updated October 2026). Always confirm current status at the official portal before hiring.
4
Remediation Companies
1
Assessment Companies
0
Analysis Laboratories
Remediation Companies
4Licensed to remove and remediate mold — the companies you hire after water damage.
Ctx1 Restoration LLC
License RCO1550 · Expires Oct 20, 2026
1222 OLD MARTINDALE RD, San Marcos 78666
830-625-0578
Lynx Contractors INC
License RCO0265 · Expires Sep 26, 2028
2626 HUNTER RD STE 104, San Marcos 78666
512-845-1661
Tasman Geosciences INC.
License RCO1322 · Expires Nov 30, 2027
1290 WONDER WORLD DR, Suite 1220, San Marcos 78666
915-422-0631
Tssm INC
License RCO1323 · Expires Mar 11, 2028
PO BOX 1900, San Marcos 78667
512-757-9088
Assessment Companies
1Licensed to inspect, test, and write remediation protocols — hire separately from your remediation company to avoid conflicts of interest.
Texas State Environmental Consulting, LLC
License ACO1193 · Expires Sep 20, 2027
125 ARCHERS WAY, San Marcos 78666
512-952-2757
Beyond companies: 9 licensed remediation contractors, 17 assessment consultants, 6 assessment technicians, 31 remediation workers hold individual TDLR licenses across Hays County. Individual license holders typically work for the companies listed above — ask any technician for their personal license number and verify it too.
Directory compiled from public Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation license records. HearthDry is not affiliated with and does not endorse the companies listed; license status may change — verify at the official portal.
How San Marcos Compares Across Texas
Active TDLR-licensed mold companies registered in Texas's largest markets. A higher company count generally means faster availability and more competitive bids after a water event.
| City | Licensed Companies | County | Population | Residents per Company |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston | 87 | Harris | 2,304,580 | 26,489 |
| San Antonio | 40 | Bexar | 1,434,625 | 35,866 |
| Austin | 30 | Travis | 978,908 | 32,630 |
| Dallas | 25 | Dallas | 1,304,379 | 52,175 |
| Plano | 16 | Collin | 285,494 | 17,843 |
| Fort Worth | 14 | Tarrant | 918,915 | 65,637 |
| Carrollton | 12 | Dallas | 133,434 | 11,120 |
| El Paso | 11 | El Paso | 678,815 | 61,710 |
| San Marcos ← this page | 5 | Hays | 74,300 | 14,860 |
Licensed Mold Companies Near San Marcos
After major storms, San Marcos companies book up fast. These nearby cities also have active licensed mold companies — most serve the whole metro area:
Red Flags — Unlicensed Contractor Warning Signs
- No written estimate or contract before work begins
- Cannot provide a license number when asked
- Asks you to sign an AOB (Assignment of Benefits) form immediately
- Demands full cash payment upfront
- No proof of general liability or workers' compensation insurance
- Arrived unsolicited immediately after a storm (storm chaser)
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License Verification — San Marcos, Texas FAQ
Do water damage contractors need a license in San Marcos, Texas?
Water damage extraction and drying itself does not require a separate state license in Texas. The mold remediation phase does: Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR) issues it, and doing mold work without it is a violation the state can act on.
Verify the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation license before work begins, and ask separately for IICRC certification — WRT for drying, AMRT for mold — which is the credential that speaks to the work rather than the paperwork.
How do I verify a mold contractor's license in San Marcos, Texas?
Go to www.tdlr.texas.gov/LicenseSearch/ and search by the contractor's company or individual name. Confirm the license type is Mold Assessment Consultant (MAC) or Mold Remediation Contractor (MRC) and status is Active with a future expiration date.
Also verify their IICRC certification at iicrc.org/find-an-iicrc-certified-firm. When searching TDLR, use the company's full legal name — not their DBA (doing business as) name. If in doubt, ask the contractor for their TDLR license number directly.
What is the penalty for hiring an unlicensed contractor in San Marcos, Texas?
Performing mold remediation or mold assessment without a TDLR license is a Class A misdemeanor in Texas — up to $25,000 fine per violation under TX Occupations Code §1958.
Beyond the legal risk to the contractor, you face real consequences too: your homeowners insurance may deny the claim if unlicensed work is discovered, your state warranty protections may be void, and improper remediation can leave mold behind — costing more to fix correctly the second time.
What should licensed water damage restoration cost in Texas?
Licensed restoration contractors in Texas use Xactimate pricing — the same software insurance adjusters use. Typical statewide ranges: residential single-room events $1,500–$4,000; basement flooding $3,500–$10,000; sewage backup $5,000–$18,000.
Category 3 events (sewage or floodwater) cost more due to full decontamination requirements. Always get 2–3 written estimates — the lowest bid from an unlicensed contractor is never the right choice.
What is IICRC certification and is it required in San Marcos, Texas?
IICRC (Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification) is the national professional certification for restoration technicians — a technical credential, not a government license, and the two are separate things to check. WRT (Water Restoration Technician) is the one that matters for water damage; S520/AMRT covers mold.
Ask the company for its certification number and check it yourself at iicrc.org/find-an-iicrc-certified-firm, because a certificate can lapse between a company earning it and turning up at your house. Whether Texas also requires a state license is covered above.
Who do I call right now for water damage?
Call (888) 840-6512. The line is answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and connects you with an IICRC-certified water damage restoration company that serves your area. A recorded menu picks up first: choose water damage or mold, key in your 5-digit ZIP code, and hold through the short silence while the call is passed to the company.
Describe what you can see — where the water is coming from, how long it has been there, and whether it smells — the more specific you are, the faster the right company is on the line. If the source is a pipe or an appliance, shut the main water valve first. Have four things ready and the call goes quickly: the address, when the water started, what is wet now, and whether you have filed an insurance claim.
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