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Moisture & Restoration Consultants, LLC
4.8(
48
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Serving Monte Rio, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"Mr. Osborn was very prompt in inspecting our water intrusion problems and testing for mold. We received the results of the testing within a short time and he made specific recommendations for correcting all of our issues. We appreciate his help very much."
Mold Remediation Project
Master Bathroom
Master Bathroom
Hall Bathroom
Hall Bathroom

+27

Response time10 hrs
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by85%of homeowners
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Sherlock Homes and Mold Inspection
4.7(
19
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Serving Monte Rio, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Steve is an absolute professional and his knowledge regarding mold both hidden and visible are invaluable. Steve can walk you through the appropriate testing to conduct for your specific needs and/ or concerns and will not try to up sell you. I d recommend him to anyone!"
Air Quality Pump
Mold Sample
Dr. Watson
ERMI Scale
Response time7 hrs
18 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
Insight Environmental
5.0(
16
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Serving Monte Rio, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2002

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Many people advised me not to contact a Mold Inspector, because â They always find moldâ . These are people who donâ t go to dentists because they might find cavities. The first time I hired Steve Ramos, he found â No Moldâ on the property I asked him to inspect so I knew I could trust him. This year I suspected I had mold in my rental property and wanted to be sure my pregnant tenant was safe. Steve not only found the source of mold, he told me exactly what type of mold I was dealing with, what the risks were to my tenant and unborn child, and what steps I needed to take to eliminate it. He was always available, and still is, to answer my questions and work with my contractor to insure a safe environment for my tenants and their baby. Nobody wants to have to call a mold inspector, but if you do, I urge you to call Steve Ramos. He is not only excellent on a professional level, he is also honest and caring on a personal, human level and goes way beyond his job description to help his clients."
Response time7 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by18%of homeowners
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RestoreX, LLC
5.0(
9
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Serving Monte Rio, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I couldn't be happier with the service that I got from RestoreX at every point in the process and highly recommend them! They were professional, honest, and cleaned up after themselves! We had a bad water leak under the kitchen floor, the connection on one of the pipes that had been replaced 5 years earlier had failed and the water from the kitchen sink, dishwasher and washing machine was all accumulating under the kitchen floor. I called RestoreX on a Wednesday at about 4:45pm, they asked for the approximate square footage of the area which I gave them and they gave me an estimate over the phone. They sent a service manager out first thing Thursday morning and he established the damage had gone all the way under the dining room floor. He said they'd be out first thing on Friday to do the work, which they did. On Thursday afternoon they sent me a quote that was within the range they had quoted me over the phone even though the area was larger. The work was completed in about two hours and there was no mess left even though they had to take out all the mud under the floor (the water had luckily dried up because we weren't using the appliances). They left a big fan on the outside of the house attached to the duct in the kitchen until the following Wednesday to dry it up and sealed all the vents around the house. The duct collapsed over the weekend, but when I called on Sunday, someone answered and said they'd be out in the morning to fix it, which they did. Fantastic service, thank you RestoreX!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Landmark Energy Upgrades
4.9(
56
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Serving Monte Rio, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2009

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We received the phone number of this company from a friend that hired them and he was able to reduce his utilities bills by doing an efficiency audit that includes covering all the openings at the house (windows, HVAC, Doors etc.?.) and then with a machine, running the test and to see from where the house is losing most of the energy and to perform a repair that will prevent that in the future. Ezra and his team of workers came to perform the test and to see what need to be repaired or improved. The audit took close to 5 hours and then the machine that they used worked for additional 2 plus hours. After that was completed, we saw clearly that the problem was the windows and the HVAC. Ezra recommended us to perform a repair to both of them and then to run the test again. After the workers of them finished the repair, Ezra came once again and did the test. He was pleased with the results and so as we. During all the work, we saw how it was before and how it was after. We do recommend this company for that type of work! They are professional and honest people to hire and they carry all the relevant licenses as well."
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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FAQs for mold & toxic material test projects in Monte Rio, CA

Some companies offer a no‑cost phone or video consultation that screens for red flags. If the discussion points to a real issue, the pro will recommend a paid on‑site inspection. The complimentary call clarifies whether you need full testing, but it isn’t a substitute for samples, lab work, or a written report. Always confirm what the free service covers before you schedule.

A standard inspection, which includes basic air and surface samples, takes an average of two hours. If the pro needs to probe hidden spaces, such as wall cavities or ductwork, plan on up to six hours. Extra time allows the inspector to reach tight areas, collect additional samples, and document findings. Lab analysis is a separate process and often adds several business days to the overall timeframe before you receive the full report.

Mold thrives where moisture lingers and air flow is poor. Common hotspots include bathroom walls, kitchen backsplashes, window sills, HVAC vents, fireplaces, crawl spaces, and enclosed attics. Check these areas regularly—especially after leaks or high‑humidity weather—to catch growth early and avoid costly repairs.

Unchecked mold can knock 20% to 37% off a home’s market value because buyers worry about hidden damage and health risks. Even after remediation, visible staining or a history of major moisture issues can still lower offers and prolong the time on the market. Addressing mold quickly protects both your property’s structural integrity and its resale appeal.

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