I can't say enough good things about Bio SoCal. I needed biohazard remediation services for an…read moreunattended death situation, and from the very first call, Alan and Samantha handled everything with professionalism, compassion, and complete transparency. Scheduling was smooth and they showed up exactly when they said they would. Pricing was fair and clearly explained upfront -- no surprises, no pressure. They communicated every step of the way, so I always knew what was happening and what to expect next. What really stood out was the human side of their work. They understood that this wasn't just a job site -- it was someone's home and a difficult time for the family. They treated it that way. They also took the time to educate me about the specific issues that come with an unattended death situation, which helped me make informed decisions and gave me real peace of mind. The work itself was thorough and professional. If you're facing one of these situations -- and nobody plans to be -- Bio SoCal is exactly who you want in your corner. Highly recommend without reservation.

LOOK NO FURTHER! I cannot begin to express my thanks to this wonderful company! Alan and his team…read morewent above and beyond anything I could've ever expected, to help us through a very difficult situation - TWICE! My mother got very sick and her condo was a biohazard. Samantha arranged the consult very quickly, and they had someone out there the next day. Alan went out of his way to personally try and work with our insurance company, and he continually checked in with me and inquired about my mother's health. Let me give you one piece of advice, allow BioSoCal to speak with your insurance company rather than contacting them yourself. I made that mistake, and I said the wrong things which made it very difficult to receive coverage for this incident. Alan spent countless hours trying to work with our insurance company!! He did more than anyone could ever ask. Every single person I spoke to or worked with at BioSoCal was helpful and empathetic and so professional. They truly understand what a difficult situation you are dealing with, and they go out of their way to make it as easy as possible for you and your family. When my mother got sick again and I had to call them back in, they were there immediately without a second thought. Hopefully I will never need their services again, but if I do, they will be the first people I call. Thank you so much BioSoCal!

Thomas and his crew have an amazing awareness of how to clean responsibly and use hazardous…read morecleaning chemicals safely. I could not be happier with his work. He is reliable and respectful.

From the owner: specializes in managing and mitigating the risks associated with hazardous materials. We excel in…read moreproviding comprehensive services, from cleaning up crime scenes to handling situations involving biohazards and infectious materials. Our priority is to ensure a safe and thorough decontamination process, safeguarding both the environment and the well-being of individuals.

"Multiple Layers" of Deception and Unprofessionalism…read more.. In my correspondence with Gene K., a representative of Scope Environmental (cut and pasted from Yelp chat room) mentions "We can definitely help. Our asbestos inspection, survey, and lab results pricing is very competitive. It's $625 for the inspection and report. Each sample is $35. No other fees. Generally, results and reports will be available within 24-48 hours". Gene K. also mentioned the following "Some samples have multiple layers, and that can not be determined prior to taking the physical sample. You are welcome to call in so that you can properly comprehend the procedures". However, UNDISCLOSED FEES can creep into the price charged to the customer, e.g. such as the need to test "multiple layers" of one material; so, "No other fees" is (deliberately) misleading and therefore, deceptive. A field inspector (Daisy Flamenco) of Scope Environmental, arrived at the project site and upon seeing the area that needed sampling, asked the homeowner for a ladder to get her modest stature to the sampling material areas. When sampling the ceiling, Ms. Flamenco was barely able to reach the sampling surface (needed to be on her tippy toes), even with a step ladder (provided by the homeowner). ALL sample takers must come fully prepared for all conditions at the work site and not rely on the homeowner to provide tools, equipment or assistance of any kind to do THEIR job! Ms. Flamenco was dressed casually, no respirator or other appropriate protective equipment or gear, which is not only hazardous to herself, but sends the message to the homeowner (overseeing the work), that asbestos is really not that harmful. Even two and a half years following the end of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is appropriate if all workers who enter a home, to wear a mask or at least offer to wear one, but Ms. Flamenco failed to show the occupants of the residence, such consideration. Most (professional) people return to bad pre-pandemic habits, even if to protect the home's occupants from the common cold. What is really inconsiderate and unprofessional, is that Ms. Flamenco had disturbed suspected asbestos containing materials by scraping and cutting away material from parts of a furnace and its ducts, leaving the furnace and ducts out-of-order, i.e. if no asbestos or other harmful materials were found, the furnace and ducts could not be safely and effectively used without first repairing them. Leaving carcinogenic materials exposed (cutting, scraping or otherwise removing and exposing asbestos) to those who live at the work site, is hazardous and unprofessional and should never be done this way. Exposing harmful materials puts people and animals at risk of exposure to carcinogens and asbestosis causing particles! Asbestos sample takers should take measures to seal or otherwise cover, exposed asbestos containing materials (when they are through sampling them), to protect home occupants. This experience was a wake-up call to how incompetent workers can make a bad situation, worse!

After my plumber discovered extensive sewage leakage beneath my house, we needed immediate cleanup…read morebefore any repair work could begin. We contacted Scope Environmental because they specialize in a wide range of services, including sewage and mold remediation. Veronika was courteous, highly responsive, and scheduled a team to come out the same day. Peter and his crew were professional, efficient, and thorough. They quickly extracted the standing water, debris, and sewage, then applied absorbent materials to the wet areas to remove moisture. They also installed heaters and drying equipment to prevent further damage. I appreciated that they returned over the following days to monitor progress and ensure everything was drying properly. Their support during such a stressful situation made a world of difference. I highly recommend this reliable, family-owned company for anyone needing this kind of emergency cleanup services.

Title: Exceptional Service from 911 Bio Clean Inc…read more Review by: Yvette Navarro, Sherman Oaks, CA I had to hire 911 Bio Clean Inc. after my uncle passed away and left his loft apartment in extremely unsanitary condition, including biohazard cleanup and significant clutter. I contacted several companies, and from the start Victor at 911 Bio Clean stood out by providing a thorough, detailed quote and explaining the process clearly. Communication was solid throughout everything was confirmed in writing and by text, and the online process for signing and payment made it easy. On the day of the job, Victor personally arrived with a site manager and crew. Even though the space was only 975 ft, the team came prepared: two trucks plus a van, and a U-Haul for trash removal. The entire crew was professional, friendly, respectful, and approachable. I checked in multiple times during the work day, and each time they showed me progress and asked if it met my expectations. They handled every request I had with a positive attitude and didn't hesitate to address even small extra tasks I included in the quote. They dealt with biohazard issues (including poop cleanup) with proper care and attention, and the result was beyond what I expected after such a difficult situation. Overall, I would highly recommend 911 Bio Clean Inc. for their professionalism, responsiveness, knowledge, and kindness in handling a very tough cleanup job.

Victor and his crew worked tirelessly for 9 hours on a home that needed a lot of clean up. Victor…read morewas prompt in his communication and commitments. He was empathetic, flexible and accommodating. The team was efficient and effective. Thank you for all you've done. Highly recommend!

I had a wonderful experience with Omri and the entire Yostin Restoration team. I had a pipe leak…read morethat caused water, mold, and termite damage to one of my walls, which was understandably very stressful at first. From the beginning, Omri was there every step of the way and he truly felt like a partner throughout the process. It was clear that he genuinely cared about getting my home and my life back to normal, which is invaluable in a situation like this. My wife and I are so grateful! On top of that, he's essentially a one-stop shop that can also help with the rebuilding process after mitigation, which made everything much easier to manage. His team did an excellent job, and the quality of the work really shows. He was also very fair and affordable, offering great value for the level of service provided. If you need restoration help, I highly recommend reaching out to Yostin ASAP! You'll be in great hands!

Omri was great! He was able to quickly set something up to come and look at my mom's house. He was…read moreable to answer all questions and even in the end, it was not a job for his company but he was able to recommend others. I appreciate his great customer service and would recommend this company.

We cannot say enough good things about Mayfield Environmental. After losing our property in the…read morePalisades fire, they came in and handled the remediation work with such care, professionalism, and skill. The whole team was genuinely wonderful to work with, kind, responsive, and patient through what was an incredibly difficult time for us. They did an absolutely amazing job and made the entire process feel manageable. If you are dealing with fire damage or need remediation work done, you will be in the best possible hands with Mayfield. We are so grateful to them.

Reached out to inquire about hazardous disposal. The company (and James) went above and beyond to…read moreprovide helpful information on how to register hazardous material properly. Very patient and answered all questions from our end. Will be sure to keep them in our files for any future hazmat removal. Thank you so much!!

Showed up 4 hours late. Two guys instead of three. Removed all furniture as requested. Broke metal…read morebars on front stairs. Didn't clean as requested. Didn't take out damaged vinyl floor as requested. Removed curtains and curtain rods which was not requested. Owner not on premises. Owner, Ian never returned my calls about damage left. Did not clean or empty fridge as requested. Counters, stove, toilet not cleaned as requested. Very disappointed! I paid only a partial amount of the invoice. My daughter ended up helping them by removing over 20 bags of trash herself!

I am very appreciative for the services we received. Ian was prompt in his response and also…read moresensitive to the situation my family was dealing with. We also needed time make a cleaning decision, but when we were ready, Ian and his team were able to get in quickly. I hope to never be in this situation again and glad everyone will fully recover. Highly recommended! Thank you Ian & team for your work. *Warning on the photo*

Eco Bear cleaned my daughter's house in the desert after she returned from a three month trip away…read moreand found a big infestation of mice droppings! Since these droppings can be very harmful, we hired this company to thoroughly clean everything! They did a fantastic job! Emily was great to deal with as well as the two workers doing the work. They also were extremely trustworthy! When she returned to her house after it was done, they had found an heirloom necklace that she had previously lost and left it for her on her counter! They cleaned everything, including inside the cabinet drawers, every counter, the floors, anything left on the floors, the kitchen, bedrooms, etc. They ended up needing a few extra hours so stayed late rather than having to come back because they knew she was anxious to get back into her house! I highly recommend Eco Bear!

Venessa and Amelia were wonderful. They thoroughly cleaned and sanitized and organized a basement…read morethat probably never been done in at least 45 years. And they did it with a smile. They also cleaned extra containers and a shed that we realized needed it when they were with basement. They filled the entire truck. We could not believe how much useless stuff we had accumulated. We will definitely use them again but hopefully not for a long time. Plus Emily was willing to work with us on scheduling and pricing . Highly recommend Eco Bear.

Very responsive. Ami (owner) was patient in answering all questions and concerns before project…read more Work done efficiently and thoroughly. Competitive pricing. Recommend highly to handle a difficult problem.

After the Palisades fire, I hired Haztek to address light smoke and asbestos dust in two areas of…read moremy home. The owner, Ami, presented himself as highly experienced with wildfire remediation and repeatedly warned me that other companies--and even my insurance--would not protect my family. I have two very young children, and I relied on what he told me. Only later did I realize that most online reviews were from people who had phone consultations, not verified wildfire remediation customers. During the project, Ami also told me he was receiving many referrals from my then-State Farm adjuster after I introduced them. Without my knowledge, he brought a public adjuster to my home and was seen on my doorbell camera discussing all the work he received since that introduction. I never consented to my home being used in this way. Haztek initially sent my insurance an estimate over $160,000. After they learned my policy limit was $100,000, the estimate dropped to $84,000, and I was asked for a 50% deposit. I later learned this deposit structure is not allowed for this type of work in California. After work began, contamination increased dramatically. - Initial asbestos levels around 1,000 structures/cm² rose to over 100,000 structures/cm² in the same areas. - Lead levels that were originally within safe EPA limits (one area at 3 µg/ft²) increased to as high as 69 µg/ft² after a chimney sweep. Visible ash remained around the fireplace, in a room labeled as a clean area for furniture. When I asked about the visible ash and the results, I did not receive clear explanations. We failed two clearance tests over two months, each showing higher contamination. While this was happening, extensive demolition occurred, without permits or testing for lead/asbestos despite our home being built in 1974. This included drywall, hardwood floors, cabinetry, tile, and bathroom fixtures. I only discovered it when my doorbell camera showed my toilet sitting on my doorstep causing me to drive home and find total destruction. When I asked why I hadn't been notified, the explanation I received didn't match the dates shown on camera. I was told demolition was due to mold. Two licensed mold companies later performed moisture testing and confirmed there was no moisture problem. The demolition caused major damage to my home. I also have footage of appliances being moved in ways that damaged surrounding floors * Dust/Ash remained on multiple surfaces after work was marked complete. * When I asked what justified their costs being so much higher than companies like Servpro, no specific differences were provided. * PPE usage was inconsistent. When I was present, it was used; camera footage on other days I wasn't showed workers didn't. * Several items labeled "keep" went missing, including irreplaceable baby keepsakes. Smart devices they claimed were non-cleanable later appeared active and used at a different location, with streaming accounts still logged into and used. * Reported work hours didn't match what was captured on camera. Haztek demolished our HVAC closet, which contained popcorn material. No containment was used. I have photos of this material falling into the HVAC system and return ducts. Afterward, asbestos levels in nearby areas tested extremely high. This demolition was not part of the original wildfire or asbestos dust scope. By the time I understood what was happening, our insurance benefits were nearly exhausted, and our home was left with higher contamination and heavy damage. We ultimately discarded nearly all belongings. The impact on our family has been significant. Haztek advertises expertise in asbestos, lead, fire, and mold remediation. When I checked the CSLB website, the listed license showed a general contractor license. I was not able to locate: * A C-22 asbestos abatement license * CDPH lead abatement certification * IICRC fire or mold remediation certification If you are dealing with wildfire or hazardous cleanup, I strongly recommend verifying all licenses with the appropriate agencies, using independent third-party testing, avoiding large upfront deposits, and confirming all scope details in writing. I hope sharing my experience helps someone else avoid what we went through.