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Mold Detective
4.9(
134
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Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"To be very honest,I did not know what to expect What I wanted was someone to come in,take sample of air in our attic to see if We had mold..Based on that test we would then moved forward and fix the problem. However she did a through job including Air quality water damage and mold."
Response time4 hrs
Response rate85%
21 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Socal Express Restoration and Construction Inc.
New to Angi

Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

We are an ethical, honest and professional company. We are easy to communicate with. Always working with you until the job is done right and to your specifications. When working with our company you can expect integrity, prompt service and superior customer service. Always leaving the job site clean . We take pride in our services and enjoy making clients repeat clients. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. We will meet with you at your convenience and will not keep you waiting. \n\nCall us today for your free estimate. You'll be pleased you did. Thank you

Response time2 days
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Environmental Mold Sampling LLC
5.0(
4
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Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We are an indoor environmental testing company with 15 years in the industry, we maintain an A+ rating with the better business bureau at all times, We do not perform mold abatement as it is a conflict of interest to perform both. We are ACAC certified, fully insured and we keep up with industry standards. We recommend only qualified licensed remediation companies to perform abatement. We are also Infra red certified level 1 We can infra red scan your entire home for hidden moisture, heat and air conditioning loss through openings and lack of insulation. We can also detect leaking or disconnected HVAC ducting in walls and ceilings.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Landmark Energy Upgrades
4.9(
56
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Serving Santa Ynez, 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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Master Clean USA, Inc
5.0(
2
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Serving Santa Ynez, CA and surrounding areas

In business since 1993

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Pure Maintenance of Santa Barbara County is a division of Master Clean USA, Inc. local to Santa Barbara since 1993. PM uses a patented FDA approved (safe) and EPA registered (efficacious) disinfecting and sterilizing process that meets or exceeds CDC guidelines for pathogen removal.\n\n\nSTEP 1\nUsing proprietary InstaPURE dry-fog technology, Pure Maintenance sterilizes the whole of your space and is effective at treating mold, bacteria, and viruses that may exist on your surfaces.\nSTEP 2\nOnce we have effectively sterilized your space, Pure Maintenance applies the EverPURE dry-fog treatment, which provides up to 90 days of additional protection from microbial growth on all surfaces.\nAll treatments come with a Certificate of Virus Protection.

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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FAQs for mold & toxic material test projects in Santa Ynez, 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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