MY PERSONAL RECOMMENDATION - RUN FROM THIS COMPANY…read more After receiving a bill for over $6000.00 for less than 4 days of fans running in my home 50% of the time, I called to speak with the owner to inquire about the outrageous charges on the bill and charges for unauthorized work performed by her employees, she said she would look into it. Well instead of looking into it, she just emailed me her husbands phone number and said I should talk to him because she wasn't there? I spoke with the husband for about 2 unreasonable minutes, that was a total waste of 2 minutes. Might as well been trying to talk to a wall. Just asked him to revisit the bill and to work with me on this. He refused even though they did work they were not authorized to do and charged for equipment that was not in operation 50% of the time. Overall talk about taking advantage of people. After a water pipe burst and basically flooded the first floor of our home, ruining all wood flooring (4 rooms), tile floors and kitchen cabinets. We contacted a local contractor to help with this devastating and horrifying situation. The contractor removed all visible water from all the floors and the better part of all baseboards effected. Problem #2 We're in the process of selling the home and it's under contract with Buyer. About 3 days into this disaster, we were unfortunately referred to Restoration 1 by our Insurance Adjuster, he felt the home wasn't drying fast enough. We contacted Restoration 1, they responded on the same day. When they arrived, they had me sign documents that was basically held them harmless of any/all responsibility which is understandable when dealing with water, problem was I practically had to beg to get a copy of what I signed, even the Insurance Adjustor requested them twice for me. They don't give you copies of what you sign while they are there. I immediately explained to their employee that I already had a contractor and he would be available to remove any part of the structure that they needed to have removed in order to get the place dry. Well that wasn't well excepted! I made it perfectly clear they are only authorized to remove any remaining baseboards and sheetrock as necessary. They seemed upset that I already had a contractor and the contractor would be doing all the demo. At this point, they kept telling me what they would be able to do, I had to keep telling them "I have a contractor"! It was a very uncomfortable situation. I left and they brought in their equipment, when I returned the next day, they had removed doors and door jams. When asked who authorized them to do this and why they did that, they just said they needed to because they were damaged. Just total disregard for the direction I clearly provided to them. I ask where the door jam were and to return them back to my house. They never did and had multiple excuses. First they said they left them in the garage and they don't understand where they went, then it was we threw them away already and cannot not return them. 50% of the time, the equipment was not in use or stacked in the garage or in a corner somewhere, because the contractor was working in the house. Their bill says the equipment was monitored and in operation, well that wasn't exactly the truth. They had also taped and wrapped plastic around the back of the damaged kitchen cabinet, with no fans blowing in that area (one of the main places water soaked). I do believe plastic normally retains moisture and doesn't allow the area to dry (Thats where they would do their moisture test to show their services were still required and it wasn't ever going to dry.) During one of their visits to the house, their employee had a conversation with the Buyer that is purchasing our home. I was informed by the Buyers Realtor that she couldn't believe what the Restoration 1 employee was telling the buyer about the status of the moisture level in the house and was scaring her to death about mold. This almost cost us the sale of the house and it took quite a bit to convince the Buyer there was no problem with mold in this home. There is absolutely no reason for their employee to be providing private information about my house with anyone other than their contracted client. Needless to say, I asked them to remove their equipment and I had to ask multiple times, they threaten me by stating "They would not provide a certificate that the house was dry and moisture free to my insurance company and insurance adjuster". I felt like they were trying to hold me hostage to keep their equipment onsite for as long as possible. I WOULD DO MINUS STARS FOR RESTORATION 1 IF POSSIBLE!

I was very pleased with the outcome in having Restoration 1 of Conroe do the work on my home…read more An older home, ca. 1980, the plumbing is largely galvanized steel. It developed pin hole leaks, apparently a common occurrence at its age. Fortunately, the major damage was to the garage. Upon inspection, there were issues with the horizontal hot water runs for both the ground and second floor. I had a plumber replace all of that with PEX, which left the sheet rock repair. I had 3 estimates with Restoration 1 coming in at the best price. Shain Mann, the owner, was present each day, ensured quality work and protection of contents throughout the job and was very pleasant to work with. He pointed out some minor mold issues that he corrected along the way. The quality of the sheet rock work and painting was excellent. This included ceilings with texture matching, walls with texture and paint matching, etc. Very nice. I encourage anyone looking for recovery from water damage to check these guys out. My only caution applies to all such service providers: they like the insurance jobs where they can tack on high margin items without challenge from the insurance company. Take the time to closely review each line item of your estimate if you are paying your own way - it can save you $500-800.

Quick turnaround, fair price, and a great job done on the caulking…read more I will be using these guys moving forward.

I started my own DIY turf installation and oh man! I ended up with so much extra work…read more I asked for help on Facebook and someone recommended me "Josh"! i have met hard working people, but man!! They take the trophy! They took tons of dirt in a single day and they even cleaned my driveway and made sure the job was done correctly! I will definitely contact them again! Also their price was very reasonable. Thank you guys! See you again soon.

Outstanding Service When It Matters Most…read more Bulldog Restoration & Cleaning LLC is the kind of company you're truly grateful to have during a stressful situation. From the initial call to the final walkthrough, their team was professional, responsive, and incredibly knowledgeable. With over 30 years of experience, it's clear they know exactly what they're doing. They responded quickly, explained every step of the process, and worked efficiently to prevent further damage while keeping costs reasonable. Their expertise in flood, fire, and water damage restoration really shows through their attention to detail and use of modern equipment. What impressed me most was their sense of urgency and genuine care. They understand how overwhelming property damage can be and treat both your home and your peace of mind with respect. The team was available, dependable, and committed to restoring everything back to pre-damage condition. If you ever find yourself needing reliable restoration services, Bulldog Restoration & Cleaning LLC is a company you can trust. Professional, efficient, and available when you need them most--I highly recommend them.

Great team of experienced remediation experts. They responded to my mold concern the same day and…read morewere able to remediate the water leak within three hours to the point that you wouldn't know they were there (other than a hole to be patched). Much appreciated, will call you guys next time I have a water, fire or mold concern.

Recent Texas floods found us in need of a quality flood mitigation team and Hallmark came to the…read morerescue. From the moment they arrived it was evident that this company had high professional standards and a efficient, supportive team dedicated to getting our home dried out and perfectly ready for reconstruction. No short cuts, just diligent, effective work. When they completed their work, we were able to attain our mold certification with no issues or back-tracking at all. We can't say enough good things about this company and are deeply appreciative of their counsel, recommendations and work.

From the owner: Hallmark Mitigation & Construction specializes in commercial disaster restoration services,…read moreincluding but not limited to; water damage restoration, fire damage restoration, mold removal restoration, smoke odor deodorization, storm tree damage and more.

Alan runs a fantastic work crew and they did an amazing job with our house. Hardwood floors…read morerepaired and refinished, walls, kitchen cabinet and small bathroom redone. From stripped to studs to finished. Highly recommended him!!

I had planned several weeks in advance with a different contractor to remove and replace some…read moredoors. I even traveled from out of town and blocked off several days to ensure the work could be done. Unfortunately, just a week before I was scheduled to arrive, the contractor ghosted me. With nowhere else to turn, we reached out to Alan on short notice--and he didn't just come through, he has blown us away at every turn. His professionalism, customer service, and attention to detail are truly rare. He even made a second trip to finish the work and did so pleasantly and without complaint. He turned a stressful situation into a smooth and successful project, and we couldn't be more grateful. This type of service is truly appreciated. We will definitely be using Alan going forward and you should too.

The project we had was small in scope and they were able to complete it in about a day and a half…read morewhich was very convenient. Dominick even changed his schedule to accommodate our schedule to help us out, which really appreciated. There were also a couple of punch list items that they completed in addition to a smaller fix that he included in the price. The contract was also reasonable and didn't transfer all liability to the customer, which is rare. Overall a good experience and I'd hire them again.

From the owner: In an era where climate resilience and rapid response define property restoration, Fifth Ward…read moreRestoration emerged as Houston's pioneering force in water damage restoration, mold remediation, and emergency services. Through innovative deployment of advanced moisture detection technology and IoT-enabled monitoring systems, we're revolutionizing how restoration services adapt to evolving environmental challenges and customer needs. Our data-driven approach to damage assessment and restoration protocol development has established new industry benchmarks for efficiency and effectiveness. By integrating predictive analytics with hands-on expertise, Fifth Ward Restoration delivers precision-targeted solutions that minimize property damage impact while maximizing recovery outcomes. Our commitment to sustainable restoration practices and eco-friendly remediation techniques positions us at the forefront of responsible industry leadership. As Houston's climate patterns continue to evolve, Fifth Ward Restoration remains dedicated to advancing the science of property recovery and environmental stabilization. Our investment in continuous team education, cutting-edge equipment, and research-based methodologies ensures we're not just responding to industry changes – we're driving them. Through strategic implementation of smart restoration technologies and proactive damage prevention strategies, we're shaping the future of property restoration services.

We recently had a plumbing emergency at our home in Kingwood when water began leaking out of our…read moredownstairs toilet and creating a large puddle on the floor. This is an issue we've dealt with on and off over the years due to a recurring clog in the line, so we've had plumbers come out before to clear it. Because this was urgent, my husband called the Kingwood office of Roto-Rooter since they were the closest location to us. The technicians came out and attempted to clear the clog but said they couldn't get it. They then told us they ran a camera through the line and claimed our pipe was broken. We were then given an estimate of around $13,000 to repair the pipe. On top of that, we were charged over $400 essentially just for the visit and the diagnosis. At the time, we trusted what they told us. But later my husband started thinking about the appointment and realized something important: we were never shown the camera footage of this supposed broken pipe. He called the office afterward to ask about the footage and was told that they usually don't show customers the camera during the inspection and that the footage is typically sent later. But that raises an obvious concern: How would we even know if the footage sent later is actually from our home if we were never shown it during the inspection? Because of this, my husband decided to get a second opinion from another plumbing company. When the second company came out, they immediately ran their camera and invited us outside to watch the live camera feed with them while they inspected the line. What they showed us was very clear. Our pipe was NOT broken. Instead, the line simply has a belly/bend in the pipe, which we had been told about years ago and which can contribute to clogs. They were also able to successfully clear the clog during that same visit. So in our situation: * We were told we needed a $13,000 repair for a broken pipe * We were charged over $400 for that diagnosis * We were never shown the camera footage during the inspection * Another company showed us the live camera feed and confirmed the pipe was not broken * The actual problem -- the clog -- was cleared without a $13,000 repair As homeowners, we rely on professionals to provide honest and transparent information, especially during stressful emergencies. Being told we needed a major $13,000 repair that turned out not to be true is extremely concerning. What concerned us the most The biggest issue for us was the lack of transparency. If a company is diagnosing a broken pipe using a camera inspection, customers should be able to see the footage at the time of the inspection. Advice for other homeowners Before agreeing to any major sewer repair, make sure to ask: * Can I see the live camera footage of the problem? * Can you point out exactly where the pipe is broken? * Can I receive the footage before agreeing to the repair? If we had not gotten a second opinion, we could have easily moved forward with a $13,000 repair that wasn't actually needed. We would appreciate someone from management at Roto-Rooter reviewing this situation and contacting us regarding the $400+ we paid for a diagnosis that turned out to be incorrect.

My water heater suddenly stopped running and unfortunately I couldn't figure out how to restart it…read moreso I called Rotor-Rooter. They were able to respond fairly quick and took a total of about 10 minutes to turn on my water heater. The problem was THEY CHARGED ME $298.00 to do so! I found out that the water heater has a breaker that needed to be reset. My ignorance of this ended up being very costly; however, the fact that Rotor-Rooter took advantage of this is completely unethical and it shows that they are more than willing to put their profit making before their customer service. The technician that helped us was very nice but his company's policy is outrageous. I would understand paying a fair service call price, but $298.00 for a job that took only 10 minutes!!! Don't used these crooks!!!

Our rental agency contracted Total Restoration to fix some water damage from a leaking pipe. Jose…read moreand Michael came and were very professional. I had so many questions about the next steps and they gladly answered me and was so nice. I would definitely recommend this company.

Oh my gosh people, if I could give this company more stars I would. I'm even considering writing to…read morethe Better Business Bureau letting them know, that Total Restoration is a A+ company. We had two trees fall on our house in May 2024 puncturing our roof and ceiling, and we were referred to Total Restoration by a neighbor. I will be forever grateful for both the neighbor and the referral. If you are local to Houston and need anything, CALL THEM! The owner (Wade Bowles) came out himself which my husband and I both thought was incredible but he took it a step further and climbed onto our roof with the roofer! THE OWNER himself! Talk about customer service. There are too many to name here but we've written down everyone's name that came through our door. I will add Colby Hutchinson, Sergio Rodriguez, Victor (I'm sorry I forgot your last name) the painter, and Jessica Bowles are such good people that throughout this rough time, We've felt loved and taken care of. Please save yourself the headache and call (936) 321-7205 them when you need them. I never write reviews of company's so know that this company goes above and beyond for their customers and deserves this review and better! Thank you Total Restoration, truly amazing job and awesome people.

Words can hardly describe how blown away, and truly grateful, I am for Rick and the entire Xtreme…read moreCleaning team. I was dealing with a difficult situation from states away, and felt borderline helpless. From the very beginning, Rick stepped in with compassion, professionalism, and a solutions-focused mindset that immediately put me at ease. He quickly assessed the condition of the home, came up with a clear plan, and communicated with me every step of the way. Rick and his crew went above and beyond, not just cleaning, but completely transforming the house and bringing it back to a spotless, livable condition. Their work was exceptional, and their integrity was just as impressive. Rick's dedication didn't just improve a property, it truly changed someone's life. The impact of what he and his team did goes far beyond cleaning, and I'll be forever grateful. I would work with Rick and Xtreme Cleaning a thousand times over, without hesitation. Thank you, Rick, for everything you did. You made what felt like an overwhelming challenge completely manageable, and I'll never forget it.

Rick Stevens and his team Xtreme Cleaning & Remediation Services LLC have done it again! Fantastic…read morework by his crewmember Cameron. Cleaned our carpets and did a wonderful job. Quality work at affordable pricing. Will be calling to use them again.