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PuroClean of San Clemente
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What this listing says
San Clemente homeowners dealing with water damage that has turned into mold growth, where owner Blake Cofield's hands-on involvement and competitive pricing stand out from larger restoration outfits.
Best for
- San Clemente and south Orange County homeowners who need mold remediation after a water loss event, especially when the same crew can handle both the water mitigation and the mold work.
- Condo owners discovering mold in vents or hidden spaces who want an owner-operated company that responds quickly and explains the process step by step.
- Property owners who have received a high quote from another mold company and want a second opinion from an operator reviewers describe as transparent on pricing.
- Commercial property managers in the San Clemente-to-Oceanside corridor who need mold remediation with insurance documentation handled by the restoration company.
About this company
PuroClean of San Clemente is a franchise restoration company based at 1050 Calle Cordillera in San Clemente, owned and operated by Blake Cofield. Mold remediation is one of four core services alongside water damage mitigation, fire and smoke restoration, and biohazard cleanup. They handle both residential and commercial jobs.
On the mold side, the website describes a three-stage process: inspection with moisture meters and infrared cameras, containment using negative air pressure and HEPA air filtration, then removal using EPA-registered disinfectants and HEPA vacuuming. They recommend third-party clearance testing by a Certified Industrial Hygienist after remediation, which is a good sign since they do not perform testing themselves. They also offer structural demolition, contents pack-out, antimicrobial treatment, and reconstruction, meaning they can take a mold job from discovery through rebuild.
Blake runs the operation personally. Multiple reviewers describe him showing up within an hour of the first call, walking through the damage himself, and coordinating directly with insurance companies. The team includes Carlos, Arron, Gustavo, and Jose, all named in reviews for hands-on field work. The franchise holds IICRC certification and EPA Lead-Safe certification.
A perfect 5.0 stars across 104 Google reviews is rare for any restoration company. The volume is not massive, but the consistency is notable. Every single review with text praises either Blake's responsiveness or his pricing relative to competitors.
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Service area
Headquartered in San Clemente, California. The website lists service areas including San Juan Capistrano, Camp Pendleton, Laguna Niguel, Dana Point, Oceanside, Fallbrook, Rainbow, and San Luis Rey. That covers parts of both south Orange County and north San Diego County, a wide area for a small crew.
Review consensus
Blake Cofield draws the most mentions by far. Reviewers consistently describe him arriving within an hour, walking the property personally, explaining every step, and handling insurance paperwork. Carlos and Arron get called out by Steve Crapo for working nine straight hours without stopping. Gustavo and Jose are praised by both Cathy Nelson and Gail Barager for nonstop physical work during pack-outs and water extraction. Pricing comes up repeatedly: Andrew Steedman's client avoided a $10,000 mold quote after Blake guided them through proper testing first. Dr. Eugene Choi got a second opinion that saved significant money on a water leak. Multiple reviewers describe PuroClean's pricing as lower or fairer than competitors they quoted.
0 found across 104 total reviews at 5.0★. No negative reviews exist in the last 18 months. There is no complaint data to analyze.
The review base has an unusually high proportion of referral-driven reviews. Bob Fredrickson sends leads to Blake. Jessica Bacon refers senior care clients. Sierra Anna refers mortgage borrowers. Andrew Steedman sends real estate clients. This referral network explains both the volume and the uniformity of the reviews. It also means the review base over-represents people who were pre-sold on Blake before they called.
Blake Cofield (owner — praised across dozens of reviews for fast response, transparency, and personal involvement). Carlos (technician — praised by Jay Carstens and Steve Crapo for quality work and effort). Arron (technician — praised by Steve Crapo for working nine hours nonstop). Gustavo/Gus (technician — praised by Cathy Nelson and Gail Barager for physical endurance and positive attitude). Jose (technician — praised by Cathy Nelson and Gail Barager for nonstop work during moves and extraction).
Ask for Blake directly and confirm he will be managing your job. The strength of this operation is his personal involvement, so make sure that does not change as the company grows. Get your own mold testing done by an independent company before calling PuroClean for the remediation quote.
Keep in mind
- PuroClean is a national franchise. Blake Cofield owns this specific location, but franchise operations can change ownership. Confirm Blake is still running the operation when you call.
- They do not perform mold testing or inspections. You will need a separate testing company before and after remediation, which is actually the right way to avoid a conflict of interest.
- The service area stretches from Laguna Niguel down through Camp Pendleton to Oceanside and inland to Fallbrook. That is a wide geography for a small crew. Confirm response times if you are at the edges.
- 104 reviews with zero negatives in 18 months is unusual. The review profile skews heavily toward referrals and repeat business contacts. You are seeing a curated picture, not a random sample.