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Common Sense Inspections
5.0(
35
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"It went great and beyond my expectations. He is clearly not out for the money and totally honest. He explained how some companies will you how you have all these molds and how you need all these tests and will gauge you. He explained his process and also explained everything in detail with patience until I understood. I would totally recommend him and use him again. <br />"
Recommended by97%of homeowners
ENVIROCHECK INC
5.0(
14
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We found something looking suspicious while demolishing the roof of an old shed and decided to call Envirocheck. They came the next day on time at 8:30AM, took all necessary samples and gave us results within 24 hours. Luckily the asbestos test was all negative. I would recommend these guys any given day. They are super professional and responsive. Ten stars from our perspective!"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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One Source Group LLC
4.7(
39
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2001

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The deal was beyond disappointing.  The representative spent a great deal of time explaining the 'deal' was deceptive in that you had to read the 'small print' to realize that this inspection didn't include any testing.  Test would be necessary of assess the hazzard level and each room would require multiple tests costing from $75 to $125 each.  We focused on one wall in one room and he took a tape sample of the mold on the wall.  I paid the additional $75 for the test and did receive a 'report' with some information information about the mold. <br />"
Recommended by89%of homeowners
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Pure Mold Masters
5.0(
5
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Matt was very knowledgeable and so helpful to get rid of the mold in my home. He tested and my levels were very high from a previous bathroom leak. he got me in that same week to dry fog my home. I feel so much better already, I just received my post test results and the mold is gone! Would highly Recommend."
Recommended by80%of homeowners
Key Environmental Services
4.2(
12
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Serving Rancho Santa Margarita, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"This company was chosen by the a/c company installing our new a/c system and the cost for the asbestos removal was handled by the a/c company. <br /> <br /> Two workers arrived as scheduled and went right to work. One worker used regular masking tape to cover the a/c grills and I had to point out areas he missed. The procedure was explained to me and they responded to my questions. They wore white coveralls and masks as they worked in the crawl space where the ducts were located. When they were finished in the crawl space, they took off their coveralls and masks. They started to do the second part of the work which was to remove a big pipe with asbestos inside the house. I noticed one worker put on his white coverall and mask but the other worker did not. This inconsistency made me wonder how thorough/consistent they were with the work in the crawl space. (Fortunately, I had a separate company complete an air test after the removal.) The workers took away all the bags and informed me I will receive a certificate in a few weeks. They worked non-stop for about 4 hours. When they left I saw that they forget to put back the cover to the crawl space. After a few weeks, I received the certificate showing where the asbestos was taken. <br />"
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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FAQs for toxic lead testing projects in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

If your home was built before 1978, there’s a strong chance it contains lead-based paint. Many pre-1980 houses also contain lead in their plumbing and decorative materials, so age alone is a significant red flag. Older homes near industrial areas face an even higher risk. Because you can’t confirm lead by sight, scheduling a test is the safest way to protect your family.

In older houses, lead can lurk in painted trim, window sashes, soil around the foundation, plumbing pipes, and even vintage hardware. The metal is toxic, and children and pregnant women are most at risk. Exposure can trigger developmental delays, learning problems, and organ damage. Because the EPA links even low levels to serious health effects, test every suspected surface and address any hazards right away.

A positive test means lead is present somewhere you can touch, breathe, or disturb. The next step is a full risk assessment to map exactly where the hazard lies and outline the safest fix: encapsulation, enclosure, or full removal. Repairs start at $1,000 but can exceed $10,000 for complete elimination, so act quickly and hire certified pros to keep your family safe.

EPA lead certification proves that inspectors, risk assessors, and abatement contractors follow federal safety rules under the Renovation, Repair, and Painting (RRP) Program. The credential costs an average of $300, and certified professionals can legally test, contain, or remove lead hazards. Hiring a certified pro protects you from fines and ensures the work meets strict health standards.

Lead-based paint looks no different from any other paint, so you can’t identify it by color or sheen. Even flawless walls may hide it. If paint starts chipping, flaking, or peeling, schedule a professional test right away. Only laboratory-grade testing confirms lead and guides the safest fix for your home.

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