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B&R Environmental & Property Restoration
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What this listing says
Aurora homeowners dealing with water damage or mold who want a family-run restoration company with 50 years of combined experience and insurance claims help.
Best for
- Aurora and Denver metro homeowners who need water damage cleanup and mold remediation handled by the same crew.
- Homeowners with basement flooding who need same-day or next-day emergency response.
- Property owners who want help navigating insurance claims for water or fire damage.
- Anyone needing asbestos abatement bundled with other restoration work in the Denver metro area.
About this company
B&R Environmental is a family-run restoration company in Aurora, Colorado, started by a father and three sons. They claim 50 years of combined experience across asbestos abatement, water mitigation, mold remediation, and fire restoration. Their Google category is water damage restoration, but mold work makes up a significant share of their reviews.
What stands out is the breadth of hazardous-material work under one roof. They handle asbestos removal alongside water and mold jobs, which is uncommon for a company this size. Their website mentions IICRC certification for their fire restoration work. They also handle insurance claims directly, advertising that they will advocate for homeowners during the claims process.
The company is locally owned and operated out of their East 2nd Avenue office in Aurora. Multiple reviews reference the family connection, with owner Gerardo Barboza appearing frequently in customer feedback. Several reviewers mention after-hours responsiveness, with one noting a 5 a.m. emergency call answered immediately.
4.8 stars across 65 Google reviews is a strong rating. The volume is modest but the consistency is notable, with only 3 one-star reviews in the last 18 months.
Services
Service area
Based in Aurora, Colorado at 16688 E 2nd Avenue. They service the Denver metro area. Reviews confirm work in Aurora and surrounding communities, though the majority of reviewed jobs appear concentrated in the Aurora area.
Review consensus
Alexis gets the most individual mentions, praised for handling every step from initial call to project completion. Reviewers describe him as responsive, organized, and genuinely caring about the work. Mitch draws praise for fast scheduling, clear communication, and quick turnaround on estimates. Gerardo (also called Gerry or Jerry) is recognized as the owner and praised for answering calls at odd hours and being knowledgeable about restoration work. Max appears alongside Mitch in several reviews, noted for hands-on work quality. Mirza handled multiple water damage jobs and reviewers highlight his hard work and communication. Across the board, reviewers consistently praise fast response times, cleanliness during jobs (plastic sheeting, cardboard runners), and willingness to explain the process.
3 found across 65 total reviews at 4.8★. One reviewer described being charged $27,000 for what they estimated should have been an $8,000 emergency job, then receiving six different invoices with varying amounts over six weeks. They describe being met with disrespect when questioning the bill and ultimately needing a lawyer. This reviewer has 8 other reviews on Google, lending some credibility. A second reviewer alleges B&R failed an asbestos abatement clearance, contaminating a client's house and failing to pay their bills, though this reviewer has only one Google review. The third simply says they do not recommend the company with no details.
The pricing complaint stands alone but is detailed and specific enough to take seriously. B&R has not responded to any of the three recent negative reviews, which contrasts with the otherwise strong reputation. For a company with 65 reviews and a 4.8-star rating, the absence of any owner engagement with criticism is unusual and worth noting. The positive reviews cluster heavily around a small group of named staff, suggesting the customer experience is closely tied to which team member you get.
Alexis (project manager/team lead — repeatedly praised for communication and end-to-end project management). Mitch (project manager — praised for fast scheduling and clear updates). Gerardo/Gerry/Jerry (owner — praised for after-hours availability and restoration knowledge). Max (field team — praised for work quality alongside Mitch). Mirza (field team — praised for hard work and communication on water damage jobs).
Most reviewers describe a responsive, communicative crew that shows up fast and keeps the house clean. The billing dispute from one emergency customer is concerning enough that you should lock down pricing in writing before any work starts. Ask for Alexis or Mitch by name if your project involves water damage or mold, and confirm the total cost and payment terms upfront.
Keep in mind
- B&R does both mold testing and mold remediation. That means the same company deciding you have a problem is also selling the fix. Ask whether they will accept a third-party test result or recommend an independent inspector.
- One reviewer described being charged $27,000 for what they believed was an $8,000 emergency job, receiving six different invoices with inconsistent amounts over six weeks. Emergency situations can make pricing hard to compare, so get a written estimate before work begins.
- The owner has not responded to any of the three recent negative reviews. This makes it harder to gauge how the company handles complaints publicly.
- Their website claims service across the Denver metro area broadly but their reviews and address are concentrated in Aurora. Confirm travel fees or response time if you are outside Aurora proper.