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All Clear Environmental Inc
4.8(
180
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Serving Watts, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2003

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Larry answered my call and explained why we have no need to remediate what was safe in its present condition, notwithstanding the re-roofing we are about to perform on the house. In other words, although he could have suggested we engage him for some remediation work for which I apparently would have had no need, he was honest and talked me out of paying for something I did not need. Class act."
Response time3 days
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Pure Restoration Inc
4.4(
84
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Serving Watts, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Tommy was very clear about the scope of the work. Every step was clearly explained. The staff was polite, hard working and it was apparent that they wanted to do a good job."
Mold Remediation
Mold Remediation
Mold Remediation
Mold Remediation
Mold Remediation

+80

Response time1 day
15 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Home Environmental Quality Engineering
4.9(
7
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Serving Watts, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I was very pleased with the service I received from Home Environmental. Joe and his team were very responsive, knowledgeable, and professional. They explained every step of the process in great detail and we received the results from the testing within 24 hours!"
Response time1 day
Response rate96%
8 neighbors recently requested a quote
Kurtis Environmental
5.0(
6
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Serving Watts, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

"I priced a number of companies for asbestos testing of a structure. Kurtis responded promptly and was able to conduct the test within just a couple of days of my call. They followed up with a call to let me know my results as soon as they were ready, the promptly mailed and emailed the final report. Very nice and total pros and the price is among the best in the biz."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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THE MOLD DETECTIVE
4.8(
16
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Serving Watts, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2003

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"I have been working with Ron McProud since around 2004 when he found extensive mold in my home after heavy rains led to water penetration. Ron identified the scope of damage, specified the protocol for repair and monitored a third party mold remediation contractor to make sure that they fully-remediated. He issued a report that gave me (and the eventual buyer of the house) complete comfort that the mold had been remediated. At my next home, Ron found mold in our air conditioning return vent and again specified the correct scope of repair (which led to a significant savings, because the water remediation contractor was attempting to perform more work than required). He again provided expert advice regarding what furniture to keep, what to dispose, how to clean, etc. When we moved again to another house and had a blackwater flood from the downstairs bathroom, there was no question that we would call Ron. He came out, tested the area and this time (thankfully!) found no mold at all. It was good to knowo that we have Ron as a resource. He has become our trusted advisor with respect to all water intrusion. Whenever anyone asks for a mold inspector/water intrustion expert, I give them Ron McProud's contact info without any hesitation. In fact, I gave his name to the association of a new 50 unit condo project that was having mold issues, and he quickly assessed the problem and provided a cost-effective solution, reducing the anxiety of the new homeowners who had moved into the project. Ron, thank you for always being responsive, calm and efficient. While I hope to have no more water issues (!), I am glad to know that you are there if we need you."
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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AM:PM Restorations & Construction Inc.
5.0(
16
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Serving Watts, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2007

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"My remediation was challenging because I live a couple states away from the house I own. I had received a quote from another company saying that my whole bathroom needed to be torn out. When AM/PM inspected, they suspected that the damage was not that widespread. Sure enough, when they did the demo, the mold had not spread widely into the walls. I appreciated their honesty, even though it meant a smaller job. Maya came to the house to assess the damage, then remained my point of contact throughout the job. She was kind, knowledgable and professional. She even recommended a 3rd party testing company to come and certify their work. AND all of this happened over the Christmas holiday. I was very happy with the service overall. My bathroom looks great and I have a certificate of remediation for my tenants. Thankful for this team."
Mold remediation in kitchen cabinets
Mold remediation
Black mold on the wood structure
Mold remediation in kitchen cabinets
Mold remediation

+29

Response time1 day
Response rate87%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MBE ENVIRONMENTAL AND ABATEMENT SERVICES, INC.
5.0(
21
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Serving Watts, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"The worker that was sent out to my house was courteous and kind, their secretary very friendly and professional, and the workers that performed the abatement to complete my work at my property , they removed my tile floor and acoustic ceiling that came up positive with asbestos, they knew what they were doing, they left everything very clean , it passed the clearance test , I would definitely recommend this company ð"
Loosen Flake
Roof
Roof
Dust Control
Lead Removal and Encap

+3

Response time1 day
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Lead Testing and Removal questions, answered by experts

Lead exposure poses significant health risks, including neurological, developmental, and behavioral disorders, especially critical in young children and fetuses.

While not all homes built before 1978 contain lead paint, enough do, so you’ll still want to test to be on the safe side. The federal government banned lead-based paint for homes in 1978, but your state may have banned lead before that time. Around 24% of homes built between 1960 and 1977 contained lead-based paint, while 87% of homes built before 1940 contained lead-based paint.

According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), hazardous waste is generally classified into four main categories:

1. Characteristic Wastes: These exhibit at least one of four hazardous traits: ignitability (flammable, like gasoline), corrosivity (can rust or decompose materials, like car batteries), reactivity (unstable and can explode, like aerosol cans), or toxicity (harmful when ingested, like lead-based paint).

2. Listed Wastes: These are specific wastes from manufacturing and industrial processes that the EPA has officially designated as hazardous. They include byproducts from processes that use solvents, pesticides, and other chemicals.

3. Universal Wastes: These are commonly generated hazardous items that are subject to streamlined regulations. Examples include batteries, pesticides, mercury-containing equipment (e.g., bulbs), and some lamps.

4. Mixed Wastes: This category includes waste that contains both hazardous and radioactive components, making it subject to regulation by both the EPA and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

You should ask a few questions to ensure that your potential lead removal professional is experienced and qualified to handle lead-paint abatement safely, legally, and properly.

  • What are your qualifications and experience removing lead-based paint?

  • Are you licensed and certified to remove lead-based paint?

  • How do you test for lead paint?

  • What methods do you use for lead-based paint abatement?

  • What do you plan to do with the hazardous material when you remove it from the home?

  • Do you do replacement and painting work or removal only?

When a surface that contains lead dust is disturbed, the dust can float about in the air for roughly an hour before settling again. Since you cannot see the dust, it is important always to wear protective gear when working with any materials that may contain lead paint and to keep children, pets, and others away from the area for as long as possible

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