Do you fix the leak too, or just the mold?

Answered by Moe Bedard, founder of Mold Safe Solutions — San Diego's mold-only removal company

Short answer

We find and document the water source as part of every job, correct the moisture conditions we are licensed and equipped to correct, and coordinate directly with your plumber or roofer on the repairs that fall to a licensed trade.

All remediation itself is performed in-house by our own technicians — no subcontracted crews, no handoffs — and carries a three-year guarantee.

We will not begin removal on a wall that is still being fed by an active leak. Sequencing the repair first is the difference between a job that holds and a job that has to be redone.

Why it matters in San Diego

In San Diego the water source is usually one of: slab leaks, supply line failures, roof or window leaks, bathroom fans venting into the attic, or coastal condensation. Each needs a different fix.

How we handle it

We find the source on every inspection and put it in writing. Mold removal is all we do, so for plumbing or roofing we'll point you to the right licensed pro and schedule removal around their work.

Removing mold before the leak is fixed is wasted money, and we won't do it.

Signs it's time to call us

  • Mold near plumbing walls
  • Stains on ceilings after rain
  • Warm spots on floors (slab leak)

Mistakes to avoid

  • Removing mold before fixing the leak
  • Patching the stain and ignoring the source

Related questions

Can you recommend a plumber?

Yes, we work with local plumbers and roofers regularly.

What if the source is humidity?

We'll recommend ventilation fixes like venting bath fans outside and using a dehumidifier.

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“We had a great experience working with Mold Safe Solutions to remediate water damage in our home. Everyone they sent on site was polite, friendly, and trustworthy. Micah was the main person on site daily and he was wonderfully communicative and we felt like we…”Read full review
Kirsten D.Seal Beach, CA · August 2026 · Yelp review
5 out of 5 stars
“We had mold in our second story bedroom in the closet, ceiling, and floor due to an air conditioner condensation leak. After doing some research, I chose to contact Mold Safe Solutions. Chase came by the same day to assess the damage and had an estimate ready…”Read full review
Michael L.San Diego, CA · May 2026 · Yelp review
5 out of 5 stars
“I had Mold Safe Solutions out to help assess some water damage that had occurred from a sudden leak. The technician arrived right on time and was extremely courteous and thorough, showing me infrared images of the extent of the water and explaining their proce…”Read full review
Jason WoernerMarch 2026 · Google review
5 out of 5 stars
“Moe and his team at Mold Safe Solutions are the absolute BEST, their level of professionalism and efficiency is hard to find. I will never use anyone else, they came in and fixed the mistakes of another company. I am so grateful I found them!!”
Niki BrownNovember 2025 · Google review
5 out of 5 stars
“Moe's crew did a great job. Inspected our property for mold and let us know what the problem was. Installed a new bathroom fan and cleaned all surfaces in the bathroom and connected bedroom. Very satisfied.”
Mary K S.Carlsbad, CA · January 2026 · Yelp review
5 out of 5 stars
“I can't say enough about this company and Moe the owner. They are the A-Team. They were responsive. They were on time. They were thorough, professional, and nice.”
B PellisJanuary 2026 · Google review
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