Founded in 2011, AdvantaClean and its affiliates have established themselves as premier providers of essential services related to indoor air quality in the residential and commercial markets. Our trained supervisors and technicians provide air quality, restoration, and mitigation services 24/7. Emergency water damage, fire damage, mold remediation, moisture control solutions, air duct cleaning, restoration, and remodeling. We are locally owned and operated, insured, bonded, certified, and experienced in emergency and restoration projects of all sizes.
"My experience with AdvantaClean of Greater Hartford and its owner, Peter Sheldon, was quite unsatisfactory. I had called their appointment setting service to arrange for a mold inspection of a ranch style home I was looking to purchase after observing wetness and what appeared to be mold on the bedroom ceiling during a walk-through. I was quoted $100 for a visual inspection, no air sampling. I clearly explained the situation and my desire for the attic space to be inspected. Mr. Sheldon arrived approximately 15 minutes late without calling, no big deal. He did not have any means to gain access to the attic - no ladder. I brought a ladder as a back-up, so brought it inside. A visual review of the bedroom was informative as Mr. Sheldon demonstrated knowledge of his business. I then set up the ladder for him to gain access to the attic. This is where things started to go South. Mr. Sheldon barely moved the access cut-out cover and then refused to go any further. He could see from the bottom lip where the access cover rests that the attic insulation was not fiberglass and immediately stated the insulation possibly contained asbestos, or ACM as he said - Absestos Containing Material - likely vermiculite. He then talked extensively about his sensitivity to asbestos and the need for having his blood checked annually. At that point, I put on my respirator, pushed the attic cover out of the way and looked in the attic any signs of mold. Mr. Sheldon did not arrive with a respirator, or even a simple dust mask. Odd considering his stated sensitivities and my specific request to enter the attic. As I was putting the access cover back in place, a small piece of insulation fell to the floor which sent Mr. Sheldon double-timing it down the hallway. After leaving the home, I was opposed to paying Mr. Sheldon the full $100 as he was not willing to even poke his head in the attic. He never got a good look at the attic insulation, never-mind actually inspecting the attic for mold. He felt otherwise, explaining he considered the insulation to be PACM, or Presumed Asbestos Containing Material, and that it should not be disturbed. He even suggested that me poking my head in the attic, though never touching or stepping on the insulation, may have been unethical and could have caused the homeowner a problem. When I stated it seemed clear Mr. Sheldon had health concerns/issues as the reason for his unwillingness to fully perform the services for which he was hired, he about lost it. He got extremely agitated and accused me of lying in front of the real estate agent in attendance and trying to damage his business. I tried walking away to calm the situation but he kept coming forward while making further accusations and attempting to justify his actions. When I tried to speak, he'd talk over me. At one point, I must have said, "Can I speak now?", 5 or 6 times, but he would not stop. Then when I got 3 words out, he'd talk over me again. No composure, could not control himself. Quite a scene in the middle of the street. He clearly felt I should respect his approach and decision not to enter since he's the licensed inspector, that I should be deferential. He even stated that the problem was I was "immature". My feeling was a professional would have come prepared to enter the attic, including a ladder and a quality respirator, especially given Mr. Sheldon's stated sensitivity to asbestos. I went back the following day to gather a sample of the insulation to bring to a laboratory for testing. The lab confirmed the material was cellulose, completely non-hazardous. I'm sure if Mr. Sheldon had gotten a full view of the material, he would have recognized it to be blown-in cellulose. A week later, I hired another inspector who entered the attic and quickly found the cause of the mold problem - leaking water lines coming off the air handler, soaking the sheetrock, etc. Perhaps AdvantaClean of Greater Hartford is professional in other scenarios, but if you need a company to enter the attic, you may be better off elsewhere."
Rich S on August 2018
Founded in 2011, AdvantaClean and its affiliates have established themselves as premier providers of essential services related to indoor air quality in the residential and commercial markets. Our trained supervisors and technicians provide air quality, restoration, and mitigation services 24/7. Emergency water damage, fire damage, mold remediation, moisture control solutions, air duct cleaning, restoration, and remodeling. We are locally owned and operated, insured, bonded, certified, and experienced in emergency and restoration projects of all sizes.
"My experience with AdvantaClean of Greater Hartford and its owner, Peter Sheldon, was quite unsatisfactory. I had called their appointment setting service to arrange for a mold inspection of a ranch style home I was looking to purchase after observing wetness and what appeared to be mold on the bedroom ceiling during a walk-through. I was quoted $100 for a visual inspection, no air sampling. I clearly explained the situation and my desire for the attic space to be inspected. Mr. Sheldon arrived approximately 15 minutes late without calling, no big deal. He did not have any means to gain access to the attic - no ladder. I brought a ladder as a back-up, so brought it inside. A visual review of the bedroom was informative as Mr. Sheldon demonstrated knowledge of his business. I then set up the ladder for him to gain access to the attic. This is where things started to go South. Mr. Sheldon barely moved the access cut-out cover and then refused to go any further. He could see from the bottom lip where the access cover rests that the attic insulation was not fiberglass and immediately stated the insulation possibly contained asbestos, or ACM as he said - Absestos Containing Material - likely vermiculite. He then talked extensively about his sensitivity to asbestos and the need for having his blood checked annually. At that point, I put on my respirator, pushed the attic cover out of the way and looked in the attic any signs of mold. Mr. Sheldon did not arrive with a respirator, or even a simple dust mask. Odd considering his stated sensitivities and my specific request to enter the attic. As I was putting the access cover back in place, a small piece of insulation fell to the floor which sent Mr. Sheldon double-timing it down the hallway. After leaving the home, I was opposed to paying Mr. Sheldon the full $100 as he was not willing to even poke his head in the attic. He never got a good look at the attic insulation, never-mind actually inspecting the attic for mold. He felt otherwise, explaining he considered the insulation to be PACM, or Presumed Asbestos Containing Material, and that it should not be disturbed. He even suggested that me poking my head in the attic, though never touching or stepping on the insulation, may have been unethical and could have caused the homeowner a problem. When I stated it seemed clear Mr. Sheldon had health concerns/issues as the reason for his unwillingness to fully perform the services for which he was hired, he about lost it. He got extremely agitated and accused me of lying in front of the real estate agent in attendance and trying to damage his business. I tried walking away to calm the situation but he kept coming forward while making further accusations and attempting to justify his actions. When I tried to speak, he'd talk over me. At one point, I must have said, "Can I speak now?", 5 or 6 times, but he would not stop. Then when I got 3 words out, he'd talk over me again. No composure, could not control himself. Quite a scene in the middle of the street. He clearly felt I should respect his approach and decision not to enter since he's the licensed inspector, that I should be deferential. He even stated that the problem was I was "immature". My feeling was a professional would have come prepared to enter the attic, including a ladder and a quality respirator, especially given Mr. Sheldon's stated sensitivity to asbestos. I went back the following day to gather a sample of the insulation to bring to a laboratory for testing. The lab confirmed the material was cellulose, completely non-hazardous. I'm sure if Mr. Sheldon had gotten a full view of the material, he would have recognized it to be blown-in cellulose. A week later, I hired another inspector who entered the attic and quickly found the cause of the mold problem - leaking water lines coming off the air handler, soaking the sheetrock, etc. Perhaps AdvantaClean of Greater Hartford is professional in other scenarios, but if you need a company to enter the attic, you may be better off elsewhere."
Rich S on August 2018
Incorporated in 1991, Abide is proud to have over twenty-five years of experience in the environmental contracting and restoration industry. We service most of Massachusetts and Connecticut with offices in East Longmeadow, MA and Windsor, CT. We have built an excellent reputation serving both public and private clients. Our growth and success can be attributed to the quality of our service and the satisfaction of our clients. Please call today for a free estimate.
"I cannot say enough about Abide Inc. They were professional, timely and knowledgeable and do fantastic work. I had them do a quote consultation and testing for a mold issue and asbestos abatement and they were prompt to make room in their schedule to fit us in and kept every word of their agreements throughout their Process. Chris Coopee did a fantastic job reviewing reports needed plus conducting a physical inspection of the property for mold in order to produce an informed accurate quote. He also is knowledgeable about asbestos abatement and conducted some testing at the site for us. Not only did Chris do a perfect job, but he turned around the ask in a tight timeframe due to our needs related to a real estate closing. Ann at the main Abide office fielded many questions from me throughout the week and was always pleasant and helpful. I highly recommend consulting this company for any remodeling or remediation needs. This is a great company with great people. Kudos to them!"
Information O on June 2023
Incorporated in 1991, Abide is proud to have over twenty-five years of experience in the environmental contracting and restoration industry. We service most of Massachusetts and Connecticut with offices in East Longmeadow, MA and Windsor, CT. We have built an excellent reputation serving both public and private clients. Our growth and success can be attributed to the quality of our service and the satisfaction of our clients. Please call today for a free estimate.
"I cannot say enough about Abide Inc. They were professional, timely and knowledgeable and do fantastic work. I had them do a quote consultation and testing for a mold issue and asbestos abatement and they were prompt to make room in their schedule to fit us in and kept every word of their agreements throughout their Process. Chris Coopee did a fantastic job reviewing reports needed plus conducting a physical inspection of the property for mold in order to produce an informed accurate quote. He also is knowledgeable about asbestos abatement and conducted some testing at the site for us. Not only did Chris do a perfect job, but he turned around the ask in a tight timeframe due to our needs related to a real estate closing. Ann at the main Abide office fielded many questions from me throughout the week and was always pleasant and helpful. I highly recommend consulting this company for any remodeling or remediation needs. This is a great company with great people. Kudos to them!"
Information O on June 2023
40 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE! HAVE AN ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUE? CALL US WE’LL PROBABLY HAVE THE SOLUTION! MOLD REMEDIATION ASBESTOS ABATEMENT DECONTAMINATION SERVICES LEAD ABATEMENT LEAD CONSULTING RRP SERVICES RE-INSULATION DEHUMIDIFIERS AND MORE LEAD-SAFE CERTIFIED FULLY LICENSED IN CT
"I had used Homeguard previously and was very satisfied with their services. They came out quickly for a project review and quote. The consultant was very knowledgeable and thorough. The project started and finished on time and within their quote. The crew was polite and did quality work. I was completely satisfied and would certainly use them again and highly recommend them."
Joseph K on July 2024
40 YEARS OF EXCELLENCE! HAVE AN ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUE? CALL US WE’LL PROBABLY HAVE THE SOLUTION! MOLD REMEDIATION ASBESTOS ABATEMENT DECONTAMINATION SERVICES LEAD ABATEMENT LEAD CONSULTING RRP SERVICES RE-INSULATION DEHUMIDIFIERS AND MORE LEAD-SAFE CERTIFIED FULLY LICENSED IN CT
"I had used Homeguard previously and was very satisfied with their services. They came out quickly for a project review and quote. The consultant was very knowledgeable and thorough. The project started and finished on time and within their quote. The crew was polite and did quality work. I was completely satisfied and would certainly use them again and highly recommend them."
Joseph K on July 2024
At Mold Test Company North East, we take great pride our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"When I called the mold company for my lab results. They gave me a person named Ricardo Echeverria, Senior Mold Analyst to call for the results. He verbally told me that the cause was something like a remodel, construction going on. There was a red flag for a VOC called Methylene Chloride--Banned outdated paint. I sent Ricardo and email asking if I can have a report of what he said in writing. I only received a contaminants list. I said, I am not a scientist and do not understand the lab results.I never received a response back from him. I called Jeremiah Bancroft a few times and asked for a written explanation of the causes. He could not supply me with a written explanation because it was a legal issue. I asked for his help. I need your help. Jeremiah said, go to your primary care for a doctors note. That was the last time I spoke to him on September 19, 2024"
Stephanie B on October 2024
At Mold Test Company North East, we take great pride our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"When I called the mold company for my lab results. They gave me a person named Ricardo Echeverria, Senior Mold Analyst to call for the results. He verbally told me that the cause was something like a remodel, construction going on. There was a red flag for a VOC called Methylene Chloride--Banned outdated paint. I sent Ricardo and email asking if I can have a report of what he said in writing. I only received a contaminants list. I said, I am not a scientist and do not understand the lab results.I never received a response back from him. I called Jeremiah Bancroft a few times and asked for a written explanation of the causes. He could not supply me with a written explanation because it was a legal issue. I asked for his help. I need your help. Jeremiah said, go to your primary care for a doctors note. That was the last time I spoke to him on September 19, 2024"
Stephanie B on October 2024
At Mold Test Company NY, we take great pride our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Very professional, thorough and easy to work with"
Nicole B on March 2023
At Mold Test Company NY, we take great pride our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
"Very professional, thorough and easy to work with"
Nicole B on March 2023
We provide peace of mind & solutions for your indoor environmental needs. IndoorDoctor ® evaluates the health of your indoors using proven testing techniques, unmatched state-of-the-art equipment, and years of experience handling environmental issues like yours. We help determine if your indoor environment is healthy through an unbiased assessment using proven testing techniques, unmatched state-of-the-art testing equipment, and years of experience handling issues like yours. We've successfully completed over 35,000+ indoor environmental inspections. Our goal is to provide you peace of mind about the true nature of your indoor environment. Environmental engineering combines science and engineering principles to improve aspects of the environment. IndoorDoctor® specialists use these fundamentals to define your environmental concern, evaluate its significance, and develop corrective actions or preventative plans to reduce the perceived hazard.
"The company replied quickly with an initial quote. Of the three companies replying, Indoor Doctor was able to send a tech out the same day to perform inspections, testing and provide answers to my many questions. The tech was very professional, courteous, etc. Indoor Doctors provided an initial quote of $199 for the visit, which only covers the visit and inspection. They break down the separate fees for each test beyond the $199 inspection. There is a separate charge for each sample test. Mold test and allergen test from the same location are considered two tests and charged accordingly. Their pricing was competitive. Their ability to come out the same day was what sold us on Indoor Doctor. "
Tony G on February 2025
We provide peace of mind & solutions for your indoor environmental needs. IndoorDoctor ® evaluates the health of your indoors using proven testing techniques, unmatched state-of-the-art equipment, and years of experience handling environmental issues like yours. We help determine if your indoor environment is healthy through an unbiased assessment using proven testing techniques, unmatched state-of-the-art testing equipment, and years of experience handling issues like yours. We've successfully completed over 35,000+ indoor environmental inspections. Our goal is to provide you peace of mind about the true nature of your indoor environment. Environmental engineering combines science and engineering principles to improve aspects of the environment. IndoorDoctor® specialists use these fundamentals to define your environmental concern, evaluate its significance, and develop corrective actions or preventative plans to reduce the perceived hazard.
"The company replied quickly with an initial quote. Of the three companies replying, Indoor Doctor was able to send a tech out the same day to perform inspections, testing and provide answers to my many questions. The tech was very professional, courteous, etc. Indoor Doctors provided an initial quote of $199 for the visit, which only covers the visit and inspection. They break down the separate fees for each test beyond the $199 inspection. There is a separate charge for each sample test. Mold test and allergen test from the same location are considered two tests and charged accordingly. Their pricing was competitive. Their ability to come out the same day was what sold us on Indoor Doctor. "
Tony G on February 2025
We specialize in residential and commercial air duct cleaning & dryer vent cleaning! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"A first class operation!"
Cheryl H on April 2025
We specialize in residential and commercial air duct cleaning & dryer vent cleaning! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"A first class operation!"
Cheryl H on April 2025
We specialize in mold remediation and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"We use New Vision for every job we need. Gabe is super professional and the work these guys put out is incredible. We have recommended them to all of our family and friends!"
Kirsten C on September 2024
We specialize in mold remediation and more! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. We pride ourselves on the quality work we provide, while delivering great customer service! Check out all the services we offer below and call -or- click to schedule a free estimate today!
"We use New Vision for every job we need. Gabe is super professional and the work these guys put out is incredible. We have recommended them to all of our family and friends!"
Kirsten C on September 2024
PureOne’s mission is to provide personal service, empathy, and compassion that is second to none!!! We pride ourselves in putting our customers and their needs first. Restoration Done Right is our motto. Whether you are a victim of a national disaster, a hoarding disorder, a crime scene or a water mitigation issue, we are here to assist you through this difficult time. PureOne Services will work with you and your insurance company to expedite returning your property to its pre-incident conditions. Our services include Drug Lab Cleanup, Bio & Trauma Cleanup, Fire Damage Restoration, Mold Remediation, Water Damage Restoration, Hoarding Cleanup, Rodent Bio Cleanup, Tear Gas Remediation, Odor Remediation, We Buy Houses and much more. All of our locations are highly trained and are IICRC certified in Water Damage Restoration, Fire and Smoke Restoration, Odor Control, and Applied-Microbial Remediation (Mold). In addition, our locations have certifications for EPA Lead Safe, Bloodborne Pathogens, OSHA Hazwoper, Crime Scene Cleanup training, Certified Drug Lab Decontamination Specialist training, and Hoarding Cleanup Training.
"In late October, when outside spore counts are almost as high as in September, PureOne completely emptied, scrubbed, and disinfected my basement and garage. Two years prior, I had had a water event, when a flooded kitchen wet down part of the basement. The remediation was completely effective, judging by a subsequent air quality test. The basement spore count fell from 4,461 to 66. Special thanks to Joe, O.B., Damyon, Kyle, Ben, and Alysia."
Joseph B on November 2019
PureOne’s mission is to provide personal service, empathy, and compassion that is second to none!!! We pride ourselves in putting our customers and their needs first. Restoration Done Right is our motto. Whether you are a victim of a national disaster, a hoarding disorder, a crime scene or a water mitigation issue, we are here to assist you through this difficult time. PureOne Services will work with you and your insurance company to expedite returning your property to its pre-incident conditions. Our services include Drug Lab Cleanup, Bio & Trauma Cleanup, Fire Damage Restoration, Mold Remediation, Water Damage Restoration, Hoarding Cleanup, Rodent Bio Cleanup, Tear Gas Remediation, Odor Remediation, We Buy Houses and much more. All of our locations are highly trained and are IICRC certified in Water Damage Restoration, Fire and Smoke Restoration, Odor Control, and Applied-Microbial Remediation (Mold). In addition, our locations have certifications for EPA Lead Safe, Bloodborne Pathogens, OSHA Hazwoper, Crime Scene Cleanup training, Certified Drug Lab Decontamination Specialist training, and Hoarding Cleanup Training.
"In late October, when outside spore counts are almost as high as in September, PureOne completely emptied, scrubbed, and disinfected my basement and garage. Two years prior, I had had a water event, when a flooded kitchen wet down part of the basement. The remediation was completely effective, judging by a subsequent air quality test. The basement spore count fell from 4,461 to 66. Special thanks to Joe, O.B., Damyon, Kyle, Ben, and Alysia."
Joseph B on November 2019
Environmental Testing
Environmental Testing
Some states require mold removal specialists to be licensed, while others require licensed mold testing companies to create remediation protocols that any contractor can carry out. You can use our state licensing tool to find requirements in your area. In either case, it’s imperative that you hire an experienced professional for mold removal to ensure the safety of your home and your family.
It’s possible to scrub mold off of visible surfaces yourself, but it’s not usually a good idea. Mold is not only a potential health risk, but it’s also difficult to treat in its entirety, especially because it can grow behind walls and in other hidden areas a DIYer might miss. Since mold is a serious and often pervasive issue, you should hire a professional that will remove all of the mold—including any that might be hidden—run industrial air scrubbers to remove airborne particles, and complete mold testing to ensure the underlying problem is solved.
The most effective way to remove mold includes testing affected surfaces and the air for spores, creating a protocol for removal, carrying out the steps within the protocol, running air scrubbers for the recommended amount of time, and then completing a post-remediation round of testing to confirm the issue is solved. Since this work is very involved and there are health risks if done incorrectly, you should always hire an experienced professional to handle mold removal.
The average cost for mold remediation is around $2,200, and most projects fall somewhere between $1,100 and $3,300. Your total will depend on many factors, including the surface area that is affected by mold, the extent of the issue, how much building material your professional needs to replace, whether or not testing is necessary for safety reasons, and existing indoor air quality.
Mold removal will take between one and five days in most cases, but severe mold issues can take several weeks to correct. Your timeline will depend on how much mold there is in your home, where the mold is located, and how much testing and aftercare is required. If you have mold behind your walls or you have an excessive amount of mold that requires removal and running air scrubbers for several days, you could be looking at over a week for the process to be completed.