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Mold Mentor

Oriental Rug Cleaning, Mold Testing & Remediation

About us

Yes, we can dry out flooded basements! The very thought of mold scares people. In addition to potential sickness and damage to your home, it can cause emotional and financial strain on your family. So, with a drive to help others and a vast understanding of mold myth and fact, I started Mold Mentor. Today, my company offers mold consulting, remediation, inspection and testing. We provide professional and unbiased advice—even if that means telling a potential customer that they don’t need our services. When there is a problem, we help identify conditions that lead to mold contamination and offer solutions to correct them. Our services are affordable and effective. And as a member in good standing, we adhere to MICRO’s strong code of ethics. Mold Mentor is a proud recipient of the Angie's list Super Service Award 2018 and 2019. Our goal is always to work in your best interest and never, ever profit from fear. I began my career as a home inspector where I learned quite a bit about what goes on behind the walls of houses old and new. I went on to manage a mold remediation franchise and saw a need for more honest service providers in this industry. After becoming a certified mold professional, I knew it was time to fulfill a lifelong dream of starting my own business. Mold Mentor was born. As a dedicated family man with five children and an incredible wife, I am thrilled every time my company is able to help another family reclaim a healthy home.

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Reviews

5.077 Reviews
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0
Showing 51-75 of 77 reviews

Sophie M.
12/2018
5.0
Zach came and inspected all areas of our house, looking for sources of a strong musty odor. He was through, friendly and down to earth- even with two kids and a dog following us around. He gave lots of small recommendations for improvements but ultimately found no signs of mold or need for remediation. Free inspection! It was great peace of mind and great to get advice that didn’t feel pushy at all. I’d definitely recommend!!
Description of Work: Inspection for Signs of Mold

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Mold Mentor
Thank you for having me!

Adam A.
12/2018
5.0
This company was so refreshing in a not so refreshing time. We removed "finished" walls in the basement to find epic levels of mold hidden underneath. The knowledge and patience provided to us made the whole process easier. It was also great to be comfortable leaving a contractor alone in our house without worry. Not to mention the affordability!! Highly recommend Mold Mentor.
Description of Work: Moldy basement

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Kenny B.
12/2018
5.0
Nothing but good things to say. Very professional and truly cared about his work and my family's needs and wants.
Description of Work: Mold removal and crawl space encapalation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,400

Response from Mold Mentor
Thank you so much. We are truly grateful for this review🙏🏽

Greg B.
11/2018
5.0
Zach installed a vapor barrier in our whole home crawl space. The work was done quickly. Zach uses superior quality products at a fraction for the cost of other "basement specialist" The condition of the crawl space is significantly improved and the work was done perfectly.
Description of Work: vapor barrier installation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$2,500

Response from Mold Mentor
Thank you for the review!

PEGGY C.
11/2018
5.0
It went great! When Zach first came out to do the estimate, he arrived on time, surveyed the attic provided photos of the problem spots in the attic, and was very professional. He gave us a fair estimate for the work that he was proposing to do. Around the entrance to the attic was mold around the box from condensation on top of the hatch. He gave us an estimate for him to build a new hatch enclosure. We gave him the contract. My husband had additional questions regarding the work he was to do and called him a day before the appointment. He answered the phone on a Sunday (no less) and responded to all of our inquiries. On the day of the remediation, he called to let us know he was on his way and arrived in a timely manner. He everything he said he would do. Upon completion of the project, he encouraged my husband and I to see what he had done and again provided photos of the work. We are extremely satisfied with the service he provided and would highly recommend him for mold remediation. Thanks Zach!!
Description of Work: Remove mold in attic

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Mold Mentor
Thank you so much. You two are a pleasure to work for and know. God bless!

Patrick W.
11/2018
5.0
Zach did a truly exceptional job. I made an online inquiry and he gave me a call the same day and setup a free in person estimate. Within a week he made the appointment to perform the work. He showed up promptly for the start time and completed the work quickly and efficiently. He wrote up a detailed and concise warranty document. Very impressed. Thank you.
Description of Work: Attic Remediation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$750

Response from Mold Mentor
Thank you for the kind review, sir!

Marlan H.
11/2018
5.0
Mold Mentors came out immediately and assessed the situation. Then, as soon as I had things cleaned out, they came back and cleaned everything, set up air scrubbers and left them for 72 hours.
Description of Work: Mold remediation. I had a water problem in my basement, that had probably been going on longer than I had realized. It was wet under carpet and paneling. There was mold and mildew under there and on most of the furniture.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,200

Response from Mold Mentor
Thank you!

NATHAN P.
11/2018
5.0
Mold Mentor was wonderful from start to finish. I contacted them for a quote and they responded immediately. Received a quote within 2 days of calling. Scheduled the service in a timely manor. They showed up on time and were very professional. It was wonderful having Zack in our home. He was extremely knowledgeable friendly. I would highly recommend Mold Mentor to anyone dealing with a mold issue.
Description of Work: Mold Mitigation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Response from Mold Mentor
Thank you😊

mike P.
11/2018
5.0
Zach did a terrific job, he removed old ceiling & paneling took out old damp carpets, cleaned joists and floors of all mold,dust and cobwebs.used machines to scrub the dust & air.It not only looks great it smells 10 times better These guys treated my home as if it was theirs . I can not thank them enough,oh they also arranged for Bulk Pick Up. WOW.
Description of Work: rid basement of mold,mildew & dampness.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Mold Mentor
Thank you for the review😄

ramesh V.
09/2018
5.0
We noticed extensive mold growth in our finished basement on the ceiling and got a mold air test with 48000 spores/m3 of Aspergillus/penicillium mold. We contacted Zach for an inspection and remediation plan and he was very kind to drop by on a Sunday afternoon. Upon inspection, he assured us that he can successfully remediate the mold and also gave a two year warranty on his work. He sent us a detailed remediation plan and was very receptive to any changes we suggested to the plan. He set up negative pressure and like we requested, wrapped and removed all the contaminated furniture (couch and cushion chair) that could not be cleaned. He cleaned every surface so thoroughly and also removed all the carpet. His assistant did not show up for work and despite that he hired another professional to get the job done on time and did not postpone/cancel our scheduled appointment. We also requested him to HEPA vacuum our main floor and 2nd floor since the spores were airborne. He got a brand new HEPA vacuum and cleaned the 2 levels. I also requested him to leave the vacuum with me over the weekend so I can clean it again as I am anal about a lot of things!! He kindly let us borrow his vacuum and did not charge extra for it. I was able to use it twice over the weekend to my satisfaction. Over the course of the remediation we called him several times and he was always accessible to answer all of our concerns. Finally, after the remediation was done we did an air test for the basement and main floor and got 120 spores/m3 and 80 spores/m3 respectively, which was considered CLEAN!! (We hired an independent mold inspector to do the air testing for us) Zach treated our home like his own and helped us through the stressful clean up time. Our independent mold inspector thought very highly of his work and even said that this is pretty much the first home which passed the air quality test after showing 48000 spores/m3 in the initial testing. We certainly will hire him again if we ever have any issues and also highly recommend Zach to anyone else who needs help with mold remediation.
Description of Work: Mold remediation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Richard S.
09/2018
5.0
Great. Zach was very responsive and showed up on time as agreed. Reviewed my issue and convinced me it was not a major concern and could be treated and cleaned up by myself with treatment he suggested. Additionally he recommended better dehumidification in the basement. I am working to resolve that now. How refreshing to get advise and a suggested approach, all without charge. Would definitely use this company in case of more serious problems
Description of Work: Had question as to whether I had a spot of mold in my basement.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Michael T.
09/2018
5.0
This was by far the best customer service I've ever experienced. While cleaning our basement area, we found some mold growing on the wall and floor. We put a request in through Angie's List on Labor Day and Zach gave me a call the same day. We set an appointment for 11:30 am the next morning. He arrived professional and punctual. After inspecting the area, he took care enough to show me how to clean it, how to prevent it, and generously took a look at a few other places I was concerned about. He then set up our dehumidifier to automatically drain into the sump pump area. I would HIGHLY recommend!
Description of Work: Mold inspection / removal

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Mold Mentor
Thank you. I am honored to have such a review. And it was a pleasure to share my expertise.

john H.
08/2018
5.0
Excellent, Mold Mentor was informative and knowledgeable about the whole process. Prompt and thorough, very happy with the whole experience.
Description of Work: Mold mitigation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Response from Mold Mentor
Thank you.

Stephen H.
08/2018
5.0
Zach did an awesome job. Everything is clean and set up as expected. We even had a hiccup with our fire alarm system which delayed things a bit, but he had a great attitude about it. Thanks!
Description of Work: Mold in basement and attic cleaned. Carpet in basement disposed. Soffit vents installed on roof.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Mold Mentor
Thank you, [Member Name Removed]. We appreciate the business.

Mike B.
08/2018
5.0
Zach is a true professional. Very responsive, thorough and knowledgeable. He performed a complete evuation of two basements for mold. He quickly identified several areas that I could remediate myself --- including the removal of some drywall that had become wet and developed a small amount of mold and other areas to be sprayed with a household mold remover and cleaned. We also began running a dehumidifier and added a HEPA filter. Zach clearly explaing the mold issues we had, what the source was and how to remedy. He explained things very clearly without trying to create fear that a big remediation effort was needed. I own several rental properties and have worked with dozens of contractors over the years. Zach is one that I can whole-heartedly recommend!
Description of Work: Zach evaluated two properties for mold in the basement

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Mold Mentor
Wow. I am grateful for your review. It was a pleasure to help you and I look forward to serving you in the future. Don’t hesitate to reach out as we discussed. Thank you.

RAYMOND F.
08/2018
5.0
We were selling our home. On August 1 2018 the buyers appraiser inspected the basement and under some paneling on the wall he discovered a small are in the corner that had mold. The appraiser said that the mold needed to have a certified letter stating that the mold remediation was performed by a qualified contractor. We were scheduled to go to closing on August 14th 2018. I called Mold Mentor on August 2nd and explained our issue and that we had a short window of time to get this situation remedied. Zack understood and said he could meet me that evening. He showed up on time and said he could correct the issue on Saturday August 4th. Zack showed up on the 4th right on time and corrected the issue and then provided a certified letter stating what he did to correct the issues and also some before and after photos. We supplied this info to the appraiser and he accepted that the job was performed correctly. I can not say enough about Mold Mentor. They were very understanding of our small window of time to get this taken care of and went above and beyond to get it corrected. If I encounter another situation were mold is concerned I will make sure I call Mold Mentor.
Description of Work: Remove mold from a 4' x 4' corner of a house I was selling

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Response from Mold Mentor
We are grateful to have helped you all with this appraisal issue. Thank you for the thorough review.

Rita D.
07/2018
5.0
Zach was on time, professional and very helpful! He inspected the area and gave me an estimate to clean up the mold and document it if we should want to sell our house in the future. I thought the price was fair and will have him do the work later this Fall. The inspection and estimate were free.
Description of Work: Free Estimate on Mold Remediation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Mold Mentor
Thank you, [Member Name Removed].

JENNIFER A.
07/2018
5.0
Zach was great! He was extremely knowledgeable and helpful. I think what I appreciate most is the fact that I felt like I could trust him. He provided me with different options for fixing the problem, and he encouraged me to wait for the lab results before making any decisions on how to proceed. Thank you, Zach! I would definitely be willing to use him again or recommend him to others.
Description of Work: Assessment of potential mold issue

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Mold Mentor
Solid review. Thank you, [Member Name Removed]! I am glad you can have peace of mind without spending lots of money on unnecessary demolition.

Lisa L.
06/2018
5.0
Zach Duffy at Mold Mentor was extremely professional working with us to detect and get rid of black mold. He had insight into the cause, provided recommendations for other contractors needed to repair the problem and was clear and forthcoming outlining work needed and associated costs. Costs were reasonable too. Whew! I was grateful to find him!!
Description of Work: Mold inspection and remediation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$1,100

Michelle D.
06/2018
5.0
Zach is so responsive. Gives the solutions quickly in writing. The key is that he will identify whether it is or is not mold. In some cases it is not mold and he will be honest. Always cleans up after himself.
Description of Work: We had a house for sale that had home inspection done which said there was a mold like substance. He came out and let us know it was wetness and not mold. Wrote it up for home owner (we are a real estate company). We have had other instances where it was mold and he came up with solution and sent up the info quickly.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
4.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Mold Mentor
Thank you, [Member Name Removed]!

SUSAN K.
06/2018
5.0
He saved me from spending close to the $3,000 on mold remediation that I didn't need. He's super honest. He's a wide ranging and holistic approach to mold remediation that includes all options including not doing anything. Always on time, very professional, got back with me in about an hour and half every-time i called. The honesty stood out, professionalism, expert assessment and presentation. The integrity about caring about my needs versus making the sale. I referred him to my real estate agent and letting others know how create he is.
Description of Work: Ran a test that measured the mold elevation and determined by the test I didn't need remediation.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Mold Mentor
Thank you, [Member Name Removed]. Great review. What a mess we got out of with some simple honesty and experience. Best of luck flipping homes!

Diana T.
06/2018
5.0
Mold Mentor responded quickly and were actually able to come out on the day I called. They quickly identified the source of our moisture and the extent of the mold and damage. Luckily, it was an easy problem to resolve. Zach Duffey, the owner, gave us the steps we needed to easily resolve the leak and the mold on our own. I am a real estate agent and recently used Mold Mentor on one of my listings that had some mold in the basement. My sellers were pleased with their ability to respond quickly and to offer affordable solutions for their particular issue as well. Zach Duffey is honest and dependable and you will not be overcharged or given misinformation. I highly recommend him for any mold issues you find in your home.
Description of Work: We discovered mold on our garage ceiling and needed someone to identify the cause and help us know what steps to take to remediate the problem

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Mold Mentor
Thank you, [Member Name Removed]!

Bill B.
06/2018
5.0
Everyone was happy. This was a young couple selling their home and I was the real estate agent for them.
Description of Work: Wrote a report on what the mold issue was and also instruction for the home owner to do the Remendy them self which saved them 1000s of dollars.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$150

Response from Mold Mentor
[Member Name Removed], it was a pleasure to help you all. Thank you for the kind review!

david B.
06/2018
5.0
I am selling a house and I wanted to be proactive and have a mild inspection. I called mold mentor and spoke to Zach, who was responsive to my call and needs. He went to the house the next day and was able to find common household mold and recommended the way to clean it up and to solve the vapor problem in the basement. We set an appointment and he came out and dry locked the basement and installed the barrier and cleaned up the mold. Very quick, very professional and very cost effective. I would definitely hire him again to do an inspection and work for future assistance.
Description of Work: Mold inspection

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro
$800

Response from Mold Mentor
[Member Name Removed], thank you for the business. I am grateful to have served your needs and hope that you made It through inspection & remedy request!

Brett C.
06/2018
5.0
Great. Honest and professional and resolved the issue quickly and at a fair price
Description of Work: Mold Remediation

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
5.0
value
5.0
professionalism
5.0
responsiveness
5.0
punctuality
5.0

Yes, I recommend this pro

Response from Mold Mentor
Thank you, [Member Name Removed]. You know Mold Mentor has your back.

Contact information

P.O. Box 211, Westerville, OH 43081

http://MoldMentorConsultants.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
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Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day

Licensing

Licensed*
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Service Categories

Oriental Rug Cleaning,
Mold Testing & Remediation

FAQ

Mold Mentor is currently rated 5 overall out of 5.

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No, Mold Mentor does not offer free project estimates.
No, Mold Mentor does not offer eco-friendly accreditations.
No, Mold Mentor does not offer a senior discount.
No, Mold Mentor does not offer emergency services.
No, Mold Mentor does not offer warranties.

Contact information

P.O. Box 211, Westerville, OH 43081

http://MoldMentorConsultants.com

Service hours

Sunday:
Open All Day
Monday:
Open All Day
Tuesday:
Open All Day
Wednesday:
Open All Day
Thursday:
Open All Day
Friday:
Open All Day
Saturday:
Open All Day