Russell Edward Jr Benes

What this record tells you

Russell Edward Jr Benes holds Florida licence MRSR2493, a MRSR classification which authorises work as a licensed mold remediator. An "R" prefix means the licence is registered, which limits work to the local jurisdictions that accepted it rather than the whole state.

This licence was first issued in 2014, which makes it an established licence for the trade in this area. Roughly 40% of the 118 active mold remediation licences based in the Jacksonville area were issued earlier than this one, and the local median sits at 2018. That is 12 years of continuous licensure.

Russell Edward Jr Benes is one of 3 active mold remediation licences registered to an address in Fleming Island, so you have local alternatives to compare quotes against.

The licence is recorded as expiring on 07/31/2028. Florida licences renew on a fixed cycle, and a licence that is not renewed moves to delinquent status — which is why the expiry date matters if you are planning work close to that date. Confirm the current status on the state portal before signing a contract.

Before you hire Russell Edward Jr Benes

• Re-check licence MRSR2493 on the DBPR portal — status can change any day.
• Ask for a current certificate of liability insurance and workers' compensation, issued to you directly by their insurer.
• Confirm the name on your contract matches Russell Edward Jr Benes or its qualifying agent, Russell Edward Jr Benes.
• Compare at least three written quotes from other mold remediation contractors in Jacksonville.
• Confirm in writing that the contractor — not you — pulls the building permit.