The Problem
Why Mold Is a Year-Round Problem on the Treasure Coast
Florida’s heat and humidity are the perfect environment for mold. Combine that with hurricane season, slab-on-grade construction, and aging HVAC systems pulling humid air through leaky ductwork, and you get a near-perfect breeding ground. You can clean visible mold all day long — if you don’t fix the source, it comes back.
- Indoor humidity above 60% — typical for under-sized or short-cycling AC systems
- Hidden plumbing or roof leaks, especially after a tropical storm
- Improperly sealed return air ducts pulling humid attic air into the home
- Standing condensation around AC handlers, drain pans, or evaporator coils
- Closed-up vacation properties between visits
The Sharkey Air Difference
HVAC-Rooted Mold Remediation in Stuart, FL
Most mold remediation companies show up, spray a few things, run a fan, and leave. We’re an HVAC company first. We look at your home as a system — air handler, ductwork, insulation, moisture levels — and we treat the cause, not just the symptom. One team, one phone number, one accountable contractor for the whole job.
- Full air quality and moisture assessment of the affected area and adjacent spaces
- HVAC system inspection — coils, drain pans, ductwork, and humidity controls
- Containment and HEPA filtration to prevent cross-contamination
- Safe removal and disposal of porous materials (drywall, carpet, insulation)
- Antimicrobial treatment of surfaces and structural elements
- Air scrubbing with HEPA-filtered negative air machines
- Post-remediation verification to confirm the air is clean before we leave
- HVAC corrections to prevent the same conditions from coming back
The Sharkey Air Process
Our 5-Step Residential Mold Remediation Process
A clear, predictable process from inspection to clearance — with the HVAC corrections most remediation companies skip.
Free On-Site Inspection
A Sharkey Air technician identifies visible and suspected mold, measures humidity and moisture, and pinpoints the source. You get a written scope of work and transparent pricing.
Containment & Air Control
We seal off affected areas with 6-mil poly, set up negative air pressure, and run HEPA air scrubbers to keep spores from spreading to clean parts of the home.
Removal & Cleaning
Non-salvageable porous materials are removed and bagged. Salvageable surfaces are HEPA-vacuumed, scrubbed, and treated with EPA-registered antimicrobial agents.
HVAC Source Correction
The step most companies skip. We service the equipment, clean affected ductwork, address humidity control, and recommend system changes to prevent recurrence.
Verification & Sign-Off
We re-test air quality and surfaces before declaring the job complete. You get documentation suitable for insurance claims and real estate disclosures.
Residential Mold Remediation — FAQs
How much does mold remediation cost in Florida?
Most residential mold remediation projects on the Treasure Coast fall between $1,500 and $6,000, depending on the size of the affected area, the materials involved, and whether HVAC system work is required. Sharkey Air provides flat-rate written estimates after a free on-site inspection — no hidden fees or “discoveries” mid-job.