SERVPRO of Pasadena South/San Marino

When a business has 80 Google reviews at 4.9 stars, that tells you plenty of people have used them - but it doesn't tell you whether they're the right choice for your specific situation. A high rating shows consistency, though, which matters when you're dealing with something as serious as mold in your home. SERVPRO of Pasadena South/San Marino appears frequently in Pasadena's mold inspection listings, but before you call, understand that inspectors who also do the remediation work face a built-in conflict of interest. They have financial incentive to find problems that need fixing, which industry standards flag as problematic.

Pasadena's older homes - the median built in 1960 - combined with our local humidity and rainfall create conditions where mold thrives. Getting an inspection typically costs $200 to $600 in this region, and it's an investment worth making if you suspect trouble. Whatever firm you choose, verify they hold a valid CSLB contractor license and ask specifically about their IICRC certification before you sign anything. Consider whether you want your inspector and your remediation contractor to be the same company or separate entities - that choice affects how objective your assessment will be.