Mold Removal in Clinton, TN
Knoxville Superior Mold Remediation handles mold removal in Clinton, TN under houses, in basements, up in attics and behind bathroom and bedroom walls. The order never changes. Find the water first. Then plastic containment goes up and the moldy drywall and insulation come out. The framing gets cleaned and treated. Before we leave, a post-remediation evaluation checks the work. Your inspection is free and the quote is written down.
Clinton is about 20 miles northwest of downtown Knoxville, a quick run up I-75 for us. The Anderson County seat has some of the dampest ground we work on, with old houses down near the Clinch River and newer ones out along US 25W and State Route 61. Riverside basements are covered on our basement mold removal page. Coming back toward town, we also serve Powell.
Containment on every job
Plastic walls, HEPA air scrubbers, a final check
Clinch River Homes and Damp Ground
The Clinch River runs right past downtown, and since TVA closed Melton Hill Dam in the early 1960s, this stretch is really part of Melton Hill Lake. Low ground near the water means a high water table. Honestly, some of the wettest basements we see all year are within a few blocks of the river. After a week of rain they stay damp for days.
Down there we find efflorescence (the white, salty powder on block walls), a musty odor, and mold on cardboard boxes and wood shelves stored against the wall. Here's the honest version: cleaning that wall without moving the water is mowing dandelions. It looks fine Saturday and it's back by Thursday. A sump pump and an interior drain usually come before the cleanup, not after.
We've been crawling under Anderson County houses for more than 30 years, and about 150 mold jobs a year keeps us honest about what works here. River-bottom basements need the water handled first, every time. We won't start the cleanup until the leak is fixed or on the schedule.
Older Houses Downtown
Clinton started out as Burrville in 1801 and grew with the railroad in the 1890s. The older frame houses around Market Street and the old depot tend to sit on crawl spaces with open vents and no vapor barrier at all. After a humid summer, the floor joists and the sill plate in those houses show it first. Old-growth lumber holds up well once it's dry, though.
In a crawl space like that, we clean the joists and subfloor with RMR-86. The sill plate gets wiped down too. Then any wet, sagging fiberglass insulation comes out. A new vapor barrier goes over the dirt last. If the space stays damp after that, encapsulation with a crawl space dehumidifier is the next step. Not every crawl space needs it, and we'll tell you if yours doesn't.
Norris Lake Cabins and Weekend Homes
Norris Lake is a short drive up State Route 61, and the cabins and weekend places around Norris and Andersonville sit closed for weeks at a time. With no AC or dehumidifier running, lake air builds up inside and mold shows up on walls, mattresses and whatever's in the closet. We've opened cabin doors in August that smelled like a wet tent.
For those cabins, the fix is boring and it works: keep the thermostat at 78 or lower in summer, leave a dehumidifier running with a drain hose to a floor drain or sink, and have a neighbor glance in once a month. A $15 hygrometer by the door tells you the truth the minute you walk in.
What does a crawl space mold job in Clinton cost?
Crawl space mold removal in Clinton usually costs $1,500 to $4,000, depending on the size of the space and how much of the wood is affected. Adding a vapor barrier runs about $2 to $4 per square foot. Full encapsulation with a dehumidifier costs $3,000 to $15,000.
In our experience, the price swings most on access. A crawl space with 3 feet of clearance and a big door is a two-day job. One with 16 inches and a hatch the size of a pizza box takes longer, and the quote says so up front.
| Job | Typical cost | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Crawl space mold removal | $1,500 to $4,000 | 2 to 3 days |
Those numbers are averages from a lot of houses. Yours could be under them. We've done Clinton crawl spaces for well under $2,000 when the mold was only on a few joists near a leaky drain line and the rest of the space was dry.
Prices are 2026 published ranges from HomeGuide and MoldGuide. Your written quote may be lower or higher depending on what we find.
Every job ends with a written moisture log, the reading at every spot we tested before and after, and photos texted to you from under the house. If something in your crawl space looks like a structural problem, like a cracked pier or a sagging beam, we'll say so and point you to the right trade.
Mold Removal Services We Offer in Clinton
Clinton homeowners call us most often for these jobs. Basements lead the list.
Crawl Space Mold Removal
We clean mold from the floor joists and the subfloor. The wood gets RMR-86, and a new vapor barrier goes down over the dirt. Downtown crawl spaces with old brick piers get a close look at the piers too.
Basement Mold Removal
We remove moldy drywall, carpet pad and the damage behind stored boxes, dry the basement and treat the framing. Interior drains and a sump pump keep the water from coming back.
Cabin and Weekend Home Cleanup
For homes that sat closed near Norris Lake, we clean walls and surfaces, run a HEPA air scrubber and help you set up humidity control.
Attic Mold Removal
We clean roof sheathing and rafters and show you whether the cause is a leak, poor venting or a bath fan.
Crawl Space Encapsulation
Encapsulation seals the crawl space, closes the vents and adds a dehumidifier. It carries a transferable lifetime guarantee.
Mold Inspection
A free mold inspection shows where the water is before any work starts. We use a moisture meter and thermal imaging to find it. You see the readings, and we text you photos from under the house so you see what we see.
Mold Removal in Clinton: FAQ
How much does mold removal cost in Clinton?
Most mold removal jobs in Clinton cost $1,500 to $6,000. Crawl spaces usually run $1,500 to $4,000, and small spots under 10 square feet often cost under $1,500. Whole basements or attics can cost more. We give a written quote after a free inspection.
Why does my Clinton basement smell musty?
A musty smell means mold or mildew is growing somewhere damp. In Clinton, low ground near the Clinch River keeps basements wet after rain. Check behind stored boxes, under carpet and at the bottom of walls. A moisture meter finds wet spots you can't see.
Do you serve Norris and Andersonville?
Yes. We cover homes and cabins around Norris Lake, including Norris and Andersonville, from our Knoxville base. Call or send the form and we'll book an inspection, usually within one or two business days. If you're only up on weekends, tell us and we'll work around it.
Will flood insurance cover mold?
Flood insurance may cover mold caused directly by a covered flood if you dried the home promptly. Mold from long-term dampness is usually not covered. Read your policy and call your agent early. We can give you photos and a written scope for the claim.
Is it safe to stay home during mold removal?
Usually yes. We seal the work area with plastic containment and run a HEPA air scrubber so dust and spores stay inside it. You'll want to stay out of that area until the job and the final check are done.
Smell It but Can't Find It? Start With a Free Inspection.
Tell us where you see it or smell it and roughly how old the house is. We find the water first, then give you a written quote.
Or call (865) 321-4111