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Updated: May 22, 2025
Overview of Florida Mold Law Grandfathering Clause
Grandfathering: Applicants must submit an application to the department by March 1, 2011, whether postmarked or delivered by that date, and meet the following licensure requirements:
Option 1: Certification Route
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Certification by a state or national association that requires:
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Successful completion of a proctored exam for certification
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Completion of at least 60 hours of verifiable education for a mold assessor
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Completion of at least 30 hours of verifiable education for a mold remediator
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Option 2: Experience Route
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At the time of application, have at least 3 years of experience as an assessor or remediator
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To establish this experience, the applicant must submit at least 40 invoices they prepared
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The department may investigate the validity of these submitted invoices
Additional Grandfathering Requirements for Mold Licensure
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Applicants must submit to a criminal background check and be of good moral character
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Mold assessors must obtain a $1,000,000 insurance policy covering both preliminary and post-remediation assessments
Restrictions That May Disqualify Applicants
An applicant may not qualify for licensure if any of the following apply:
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They have had a mold-related services license revoked at any time
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They have had a license suspended within the previous 5 years
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They have been assessed a fine exceeding $500 within the previous 5 years
Related Fields That May Affect Eligibility
A license in a related field includes, but is not limited to:
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Real estate
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Construction
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Mold-related services
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Building code administration or inspection
About the Author
John P. Lapotaire, CIEC
Certified Indoor Environmental Consultant
Microshield Environmental Services, LLC
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