CBC/Scope Environmental assisted us in the aftermath of the Eaton Fire in Altadena, CA., and we…read morecould not be happier with our decision to work with them! Not only did they do an excellent job remediating our home, they were also incredibly helpful in dealing directly with the insurance company and (a range of) adjusters. For over 18 months they were by our side, and they truly felt like a crucial partner as we were navigating the process. Thank you Veronika, Peter and everyone at CBC/Scope Environmental!

"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!

Michael at Pro Environmental Testing was thorough and professional throughout the entire mold…read moreinspection process. He was very transparent with his pricing and there were no hidden fees which was nice. He did not pressure for more sample than what was needed. He even offered sound advice on which type of test is preferred for certain areas (swab vs air). He identified visible mold in multiple areas of my apartment and backed it up with lab-certified air and surface samples. The interpretation report clearly explained the findings -- including the detection of Stachybotrys (toxic mold) in the master bathroom -- and outlined exactly what remediation steps were needed. Highly recommend if you want honest, science-backed results and not just a guessing game. We will be using Michael's services again if needed.

I've worked with Michael on 3 separate occasions for peace of mind after water incidents in my…read morecondo. Prices are reasonable, he and Diego are super professional, and most importantly - they care and get the job done right. Really appreciate him and his team for their honesty and transparency under really stressful circumstances.

I am deeply concerned with the testing practices and reporting accuracy of West Coast Environmental…read moreTesting. This firm was hired by my property management company to sample an HVAC system in my residential unit following a chronic maintenance issue.The individual inspector, Mitchell Schonfeld, provided a hand-typed incomplete Word document summary report explicitly claiming there were "no contamination concerns" and "no remediation needed" regarding a surface swab of the AC unit.However, when I requested the actual, official laboratory analysis data sheets from PRO-LAB (Report #1941296) that this company utilized, the physical data pages completely exposed the text in their Word document as a total misrepresentation. The official laboratory results for the exact same AC Condenser sample featured a capitalized, clear conclusion of "UNUSUAL" and documented an astronomical 9,000 spores per square centimeter of Cladosporium mold alongside 1,200 counts of active Fungal Hyphae (active fungal growth roots) Furthermore, while their Word document claimed moisture readings were completely "normal" at 12% or below, the inspector simultaneously contradicts himself in the exact same paragraph by noting visible water damage on the ceiling and water stains on the AC closet floorboard and intake area. Because they failed to perform actual moisture mapping and missed a massive 17%-20% active structural wall leak, they declared the unit normal while overlooking a major infrastructure failure. Additionally, the paperwork completely lacked the mandatory signed Chain of Custody tracking document required for a certified environmental report, and the Word document downplayed an active raw count of 266 spores per cubic meter inside the AC intake air test. To make matters worse, the inspector recommended a non-compliant 1/3 bleach and 2/3 water mixture to wipe down the area, a practice that directly violates EPA residential mold guidelines and OSHA standards because bleach cannot penetrate porous substrates and its water content actively feeds underlying hyphae root structures. Because this firm's Word document downplayed a heavy 9,000 spore colonization and completely missed the active infrastructure leak, I was forced to hire an independent industrial hygiene firm out of pocket to protect my health. This second inspection uncovered the true extent of the damage, documenting an active 17%-20% structural moisture leak and 45,000 raw spore counts inside the air ducts. Avoid this firm if you expect thorough, scientifically accurate reporting. I whole heartedly believe that this company intentionally provided false reporting in special interest of the property management - intending to avoid costly proper repair methods and they are being reported to state licensing boards.

Excellent customer service, very professional and know what they are doing. Very pleased with their…read moreservice. I highly recommend them.

There is no company in LA I would trust with important issues in the home than Matt. He has gone…read moreout of his way to help me for many years. His extensive knowledge on all things environmental is wildly superior than anyone else in his field. He has successfully helped me with mold issues , water issues , concerns I've had over toxic chemicals needed for termites, WiFi overload concerns and so much more. He has excellent communication and follow through. He has positivity while taking things seriously. He leaves you feeling like he's things may be hazardous but there are ways to fix them. When it comes to my health I wouldn't feel comfortable using anyone else. Thanks Matt!

Matt is extremely thorough and specialized in his expertise. I've unfortunately been through the…read moreringer with mold and environmental issues in my home. Matt was the first/only inspector to catch a toxic building material had been used in our crawlspace. He was flexible with my needs, and recognized my objectives as a homeowner, and took appropriate action with regard to what to test. No inspector can tell you exactly what route to take when in comes to mold, but they can offer data and experience to make your decisions more effective, which Matt has done in spades.

A decent company that does good work with regards to testing. My main gripe is lack of clarity and…read moreresolution of an issue that I had brought up. When I wanted some testing done, the deceptive thing they said was that I can do multiple tests for one price. So I clarified that if I were to test 3 rooms, it'd be the same price as 5 rooms and they said yes. So I literally said to the representative " so whether I test 1 room or 5 rooms, it's one price and she confirmed yes. Lo and behold I get slapped with a charge 5 different rooms. Well I called to clarify, they told me it was one price but per room. I was frustrated because that was my default assumption. It's like going to a restaurant and ordering something and the server says "all pastas are for one price whether you get 1 or 10, it's all one price" and you order 4 pastas for the family and 4 more to go to take home and they slap you with a bill for 8 pastas and tell you it's one price but for each pasta. Well duh! That's everyone's default assumption. You making that qualifying statement serves to confuse the customer. It feels like a deceptive tactic to make it seem like all tests are for one price in order to bait you into more tests. It left a bad taste in my mouth honestly. That being said, the worker was nice and the job was done which why I can average out the score to 3 stars. Would I use them again.... Maybe, but I may shop around a little more.

Six samples were taken from a 350 square feet garage, that has 2 months old roof. Each samples were…read moretested 3 times, a total of 18 test samples. These donkeys are taking samples of the owners personal items. The more they suspect, the more testing they do and the more money they will make. I no longer suspect this company.. this company is in fact a scam..

JLM and their staff were prefessional and courteous. Their promptness in responding to book an…read moreappointment for asbestos testing was incredible. Their personal follow-up calls (not just an AI generated voice mail) to confirm the appointment and their arrival time was more than appreciated. Rita

Updated 9/24/26 after hiring JLM Environmental for a second time for post-asbestos removal air…read morequality testing. The inspector, Dimitri Owens, came to my property to perform a thorough visual inspection and collect samples to verify that the asbestos removal company had successfully eliminated all hazardous materials from my home. Dimitri was punctual, professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely kind throughout the entire process. He took the time to answer all of my questions and ensured I felt informed and comfortable every step of the way. He is one of the best professionals I have worked with in this industry and is truly a valuable asset to JLM Environmental. I highly recommend both Dimitri and JLM Environmental to anyone seeking trustworthy, high-quality service to protect their home and the well-being of their family!

Great start with Nick so far! So welcoming, informative and patient. I'm so stressed, and he went…read moreout of his way to help minimize my stress. Ask to speak with Nick when you call VM3 Environmental. I just booked them based on Nick. Will review again with my experience once testing is done. Thanks, Nick!

Service was great, speedy, professional, accommodating and customer service based…read more We received the report in a very reasonable amount of time.

George was recommended by a colleague for a pre-purchase inspection on a house that had water…read moredamage. He was great. He surveyed the areas, tested them and got a report back in a few days. He was nice, explained what he was doing and why, and even told me a couple things that did not need to be tested, saving me some on the cost. He gave me recommendations for the remediation as well. Will call him back to check, once we get it remediated.

Incredibly responsive, clear communications, and delivered a report just as we requested. Great…read moreexperience, great value for peace of mind. Highly recommended.

It is no wonder Fun Guy has a nearly perfect 5 star rating on yelp. Their team is so responsive,…read moretransparent, and incredibly knowledgeable on all things mold, asbestos, and lead. Feeling grateful to have found them for inspections and consulting.

These guys got out to my income property within 48 hours and provided a full report in less than a…read moreweek. They have fielded multiple follow up calls with me and answered endless questions. They've gone above and beyond. If you're stuck, dealing with a mold issue, these guys are your best bet.