Mold Detective

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2300 Ciegana Street, #14
Oceano, CA 93445

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In Business Since 1999

Mold Detective Does No Mold Remediation Services - Only Mold Inspections and Testing

Linda has been in business since 1998 as a Mold Inspector. Inspections for homes, businesses, commercial property, and schools are her specialty. Linda is not affiliated with any Mold Remediation Company. Linda only works for the Customer and their best interests. Linda and her Husband owned a Service Master Franchise for 25 years and she has personally performed thousands of inspections. Linda covers San Luis Obispo, and Santa Barbara. Linda performs non invasive inspections and will not cross contaminate your structure. Linda does not add to nor take away from a job. It is what it is. Linda also performs flooring inspections for Mills and Manufacturers, home owners, and businesses. Linda will find the source(s) of your problem(s) without tearing up your structure. Linda will write a comprehensive report to guide you on what you need to do to solve your problem(s). WE DO NOT GIVE FREE INSPECTIONS OR TESTING! Linda does not perform ASBESTOS or LEAD TESTING.

How We Got Started

I chose to work in this industry because There was a need for honest direct inspectors..

We started in this industry in 1999.

We describe our business as Family owned and operated

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How do I know I have mold?

Do you see it? Do you smell it? Do you suspect it because of a water intrusion?

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Residential Work
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Mold & Toxic Material Test
Mold & Toxic Material Test - For Business
Inspections for Mold
Indoor Enviromental Problems
Flooring Inspections

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5.0 Sandi N. Pismo Beach, CA

12/11/2025

Test for Toxic Materials & Mold

She was very professional.

5.0 Lynne D. Santa Maria, CA

8/5/2025

Test for Toxic Materials & Mold

It was an amazing experience. at first I was very nervous. I wasn’t sure what was gonna happen. She came to the house explained to me in detail what the process was and took her samples. She communicated with me thoroughly after we got the results and made it very clear That she is here to help in whichever route I take .. overall if you think you have mold or mildew Linda’s the one who will let you know start to finish what it is what is isn’t. I give her 10 stars.

5.0 Robert P. Santa Maria, CA

8/3/2025

Test for Toxic Materials & Mold

Linda was great. She was prompt, and did exactly what she said she would do. I would hire Linda again in a heartbeat. Can’t beat her price as well.

5.0 Elias R. San Luis Obispo, CA

4/4/2025

Fantastic job . Great personality ,and professional.

5.0 Jennifer Y. San Luis Obispo, CA

2/27/2025

Test Indoor Air Quality

1. Speedy to reply phone 2.Speedy to get exams done 3.very professional, very knowledgeable and experienced. A pleasure to work with.

5.0 Philip Y. Grover Beach, CA

2/15/2025

Test for Toxic Materials & Mold

great job. spend time to explain

5.0 Blake M. Cambria, CA

11/7/2024

Test for Toxic Materials & Mold

Linda was absolutely wonderful. My wife suffers from mold illness along with many other conditions. We needed our new home remediated for the second time. The first company would not use a mold inspector of our choice and had to go with theirs. It seemed shady and the end result is that they did not rid our house of mold even though their mold inspector passed us. Linda is EXTREMELY knowledgeable and thorough. She created a plan for the remediation company to follow. We are currently in that process. I will update as it progresses. Linda was so kind and understanding to my wifes condition. We trusted her judgement and findings and she well beyond the call of duty. We highly, highly recommend her.

5.0 Randall G. Morro Bay, CA

4/17/2024

Test for Toxic Materials & Mold

Very professional

5.0 John S. Santa Maria, CA

3/9/2024

Test for Toxic Materials & Mold

Linda was great, super kind and very knowledgeable about mold and how to treat/clean to have a safe environment. She gave me peace of mind in my home knowing it’s safe. Definitely recommend giving her a call if you’re on the fence of getting your home checked out.

5.0 Amie W. Morro Bay, CA

2/21/2024

Test for Toxic Materials & Mold

Linda was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. As a renter it felt like we weren’t getting the whole story with the mold blooms and Linda was able to help fill in the blanks with our situation. She has been available for any questions or concerns even after she completed the job. Highly recommend her and Mold Detective

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