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This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ star throughout their time with Angi.
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Defender Water & Mold Restoration

Mold & Toxic Material Test, Indoor Air Quality Testing, Mold & Toxic Material Test - For Business,
This pro has maintained an average of 4.5+ star throughout their time with Angi.

About us

Previously A+ Cleaning & Restoration, Defender Water & Mold Restoration is owned by Kevin Ricke and Tra Griffin. Defender is the #1 Authority in water/mold remediation services, has completed over 8,500 projects/inspections, and is a veteran owned and operated company. Kevin Ricke is a Vietnam Vet (Navy) and has been in the restoration industry for over 45 years. He's owned/operated all types of home service businesses ranging from carpet cleaning to plumbing services. To say Kevin is an expert is an understatement; there's nobody in the state of Alabama that has his knowledge when it comes to water/mold restoration. Tra Griffin served in the Marine Corps Infantry with two combat deployments to Iraq. In the civilian world, Tra spent time running operations for an INC 5000 franchise as well as overseeing operations, maintenance and renovations for a nation-wide SFR Property Management Company.

Business highlights

Emergency services offered
Veteran owned and operated
47 years of experience

Amenities

Emergency Services

Yes

Accepted Payment Methods

  • CreditCard
Reviews
5.040 Reviews
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Jean T.
Mar 2025
5.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
This business was prompt, efficient and knew just what to do and how to do it. Will definitely call Cheaha Home Solutions again!
Yes, I recommend this pro

Dirk R.
Feb 2025
5.0
Very thorough
Yes, I recommend this pro

Lockwood T.
Jul 2024
5.0
Google Review
Very Quick, good price, and very workable. We were in the middle of renovations and needed the issue resolved quickly, and Tra and the team were efficient and thorough, even alerting us to and mitigating an asbestos problem we hadn’t known about when we called. Highly recommend!

Greg T.
Jul 2024
5.0
Very knowledgeable and customer friendly. Performed job and keep me informed all the way thru what they was doing and reason for it. I would recommend very highly. Performed post project testing to ensure job was completed and everything was at acceptable levels for safety. Hard to find companies with the quality and customer service they perform for you.
Yes, I recommend this pro

Linda C.
Apr 2024
5.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
The Dream Team from APlus Cleaning and Restoration finished this week with mold removal from my attic. It takes many adjectives to describe the work this crew does: professional, friendly, knowledgeable, outstanding, exceptional, efficient and fantastic, just to name a few. Kevin explained the procedure so that I could understand what as needed, checked in often, and worked with the insurance company on my claim.Steve, Cody and Dave, three very hard workers had the unenviable task of removing and disposing of all the insulation. Paula, cleaner extraordinaire, did an outstanding job of cleaning after the work was completed. This team could actually teach other companies how customer service should be done. They have my highest recommendation.
Yes, I recommend this pro

Bobbi C.
Feb 2024
5.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
I would highly recommend A Plus and Kevin Ricke! Very friendly and knowledgeable. Kevin did an excellent job and made sure we understood what was needed to fix our problem.
Yes, I recommend this pro

Lynne G.
Jul 2023
5.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
They came when they said they would. They did the job in the time needed. They were so nice and accommodating. Would use them again if necessary.
Yes, I recommend this pro
$250,000

Shahffey A.
Jun 2023
5.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
Very knowledgeable on soooo many levels and patient with his customer! After his inspection Mr. Kevin thoroughly answer all of our questions too! Thank you HomeAdvisor for such a great referral!
Yes, I recommend this pro
$45,000

John D.
Mar 2023
5.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
I WOULD LIKE THIS TYPE OF WORKMANSHIP ON ALL PROJECTS.
Yes, I recommend this pro

Blane T.
Feb 2023
5.0
Indoor Air Quality Testing
Kevin and his crew (Cody, Steve) did a fantastic job in our attic. Kevin went to great lengths to explain what he was doing, how he was doing it and results. His crew was courteous and very respectful of us and our house. Kevin also has been working with my insurance company on my claim. Overall experience with them is out of this world good. I recommend his company.
Yes, I recommend this pro

Paula B.
Jan 2023
5.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
Kevin and his crew were wonderful to work with . They saved house I was closing . I I hired them when my water heater flooded my basement. Not only were they were professional, and worked so hard . Kevin help write my insurance claim which was very complicated for me . If you want someone who is fast , works hard then kevin is the best , I will never use another company.
Yes, I recommend this pro

Peter D.
Oct 2022
5.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
Kevin and his team to a great job with the remediation assuring safety of guest and staff as project was completed
Yes, I recommend this pro

Cindi T.
Aug 2022
5.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
NA
Yes, I recommend this pro
$45,000

Ressie B.
Aug 2022
5.0
They did an excellent job from start to finish. Had mold in crawl space they cleaned and put down moisture barrier. Kevin was extremely nice and very helpful. The ladies that came and cleaned as the guys was finishing up also did an outstanding job. I don't have any complaints about this company and would recommend their work as 100% to anybody
Yes, I recommend this pro

Janet S.
May 2022
5.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
APlus Restoration and Cleaning did an outstanding job identifying and removing the mold in our bathroom and crawlspace. From start to finish Kevin was so helpful and easy to work with. On his initial consult he measured mold in the house and evaluated the mold in the crawlspace. He explained the volume of the mold, what needed to be done, what likely caused the issue, and their procedures for eliminating the mold, restoring our bathroom and crawlspace, and eliminating future problems. He even recommended a plumber nearby, who promptly responded, identified the leak, and corrected the problem. Once that was completed, Kevin's crew came in and got busy. Steve and Cody were efficient and hard-working, always polite and caring and explained each step they were taking. Kevin was also involved in the process, consistently stopping by or checking in with us to see how things were going. Yolanda came in to clean the bathroom once the sheet rock had been repaired and the bathroom work was finished. WOW! What a FANTASTIC job she did, going above and beyond what was required!! It's this kind of attitude that defines APlus Cleaning and Restoration. I can't say enough good things about this company. I highly recommend them!! They are outstanding! The work was done with the least possible inconvenience for us. They remediated the mold in the crawl space and bathroom, applied plastic covering the floor and wrapped insulation on ductwork in the crawlspace, and re-tested to be certain the mold was gone. Every person from the company that came to our house was phenomenal!
Yes, I recommend this pro

Savannah P.
Mar 2022
5.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
From the first contact with this company, I was impressed! I wasnâ t sure what was going on with my property and when I explained in laymenâ s terms what I â thoughtâ was going on, they IMMEDIATELY knew what the problem could be and got me scheduled super fast. I live in a different state than my property but it was like I was physically there because Kevin and his staff kept me abreast of what was going on consistently. Kevin explained everything in a language I could understand. He gave me a time frame that the job could be completed and he stayed well within that time frame and given the demand for these services, he completed the job way under the time he had set. There are no hidden costs or red tape with this company. Kevin is straightforward and very honest with his pricing and his services. And the clean up afterwards was simply outstanding! When I say that I am BEYOND satisfied with Kevin and his staff, thatâ s an understatement. I would DEFINITELY and without hesitation recommend his services. You WILL NOT be disappointed AT ALL! Thank you Kevin for a superb job from start to finish!
Yes, I recommend this pro

Stephen H.
Feb 2022
5.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
Kevin was very thorough and gave very helpful explanations of what was causing my mold problem.
Yes, I recommend this pro

Jimmy Q.
Dec 2021
5.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
Very Professional
Yes, I recommend this pro

June C.
Dec 2021
5.0
excellent
Yes, I recommend this pro

Abby M.
Aug 2021
5.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
Great company!
Yes, I recommend this pro

Kristen S.
Aug 2021
5.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
John was very personable, knowledgeable, and did a great job. He explained his findings well and his preppy was very detailed.
Yes, I recommend this pro
$50,000

Darrell O.
May 2021
5.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
Chad was EXTREMELY Professional and helpful. He came back a few days later and performed another air quality check inside my home as well as checked a few other things for me. A Job! STRONGLY RECOMMEND
Yes, I recommend this pro

Christian B.
Feb 2021
5.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
Very knowledgeable Good communication Thorough
Yes, I recommend this pro

Gloria C.
Nov 2020
5.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
Very Professional.
Yes, I recommend this pro

Tim Y.
Oct 2020
4.0
Mold & Toxic Material Test
We hired this company to do a mold/mildew inspection of a home. Once the appointment was set, they were timely and stayed in communication. After arriving at the home they were excellent at getting a verbal review and then undertaking their inspection. The inspection, as observed and as revealed by the later supplied report, was a complete Inspection. The report provided very detailed pictures and explanations. The cost for the inspection was very reasonable. They also provided cost analysis with work description if we wanted to hire them. It was out of range of our budget but we are also fairly handy with the skill sets needed for a majority of the work. The only glitch, and it is minor, is it took 4-5 days before their initial reach out. I had anticipated a quicker response but the world did not end. Once the connection was made, professionalism was the norm. We will be hiring them again for our next properties.
Yes, I recommend this pro
$46,000
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FAQ

Defender Water & Mold Restoration is currently rated 4.9 overall out of 5.
Monday: Open All Day Tuesday: Open All Day Wednesday: Open All Day Thursday: Open All Day Friday: Open All Day Saturday: Open All Day Sunday: Open All Day
Defender Water & Mold Restoration accepts the following forms of payment: CreditCard
No, Defender Water & Mold Restoration does not offer free project estimates.
No, Defender Water & Mold Restoration does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Defender Water & Mold Restoration does not offer a senior discount.
Yes, Defender Water & Mold Restoration offers emergency services.
No, Defender Water & Mold Restoration does not offer warranties.

Contact Information

2423 Northampton Drive, Hoover, AL 35226

Service Hours

Sunday:Open All Day
Monday:Open All Day
Tuesday:Open All Day
Wednesday:Open All Day
Thursday:Open All Day
Friday:Open All Day
Saturday:Open All Day
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