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Paul Davis Restoration of Volusia County
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What this listing says
Volusia County homeowners dealing with water or mold damage who want a locally owned franchise with 24/7 emergency response and full rebuild capability under one roof.
Best for
- Homeowners across Volusia County — from Daytona Beach to New Smyrna Beach — who need mold remediation handled alongside water damage repair or a full rebuild.
- Insurance claimants who want a single company to manage mitigation, restoration, and the claims coordination process from start to finish.
- Commercial property owners or managers who need emergency mitigation for water, fire, or mold damage with 24/7 availability.
- Anyone who had a prior contractor fail mid-project — several reviewers came to Paul Davis after other companies dropped the ball.
About this company
Paul Davis Restoration of Volusia County is a locally owned franchise based in Daytona Beach, serving the full county from Deltona to New Smyrna Beach. Mold remediation is one piece of a broader restoration operation that also handles water damage, fire and smoke damage, storm damage, biohazard cleanup, and full rebuilds. They handle both residential and commercial properties, including large-loss commercial jobs and industrial restoration.
What stands out here is the end-to-end model. They do the initial emergency mitigation (water extraction, drying, mold removal) and then keep the project through demolition, repair, and remodeling. Their website claims IICRC-certified water restoration specialists and a 30-minute response window for emergencies. They also run a QA department focused on insurance estimate review, which matters if you're filing a claim. The mold page is fairly generic — it mentions mold and mildew removal, wall and flooring replacement, duct cleaning, and caulking reapplication, but doesn't describe specific isolation or air-handling methods.
Glenn and Christine Harrison own this franchise and have run it for roughly 20 years. Paul Davis as a national brand was founded in 1966 and has over 300 franchises. The Volusia County office fields its own crews for mitigation and uses subcontractors for some rebuild trades. Multiple reviewers mention the same field techs — Darien, Pedro, Jose — appearing consistently over several years, suggesting low turnover on the mitigation side.
At 4.7 stars across 64 Google reviews, this franchise sits in solid territory. Nearly every review is 5 stars, with only one recent negative. That's a strong signal for a restoration company, where insurance-driven work and long project timelines often generate friction.
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Headquartered in Daytona Beach, Florida. Serves Volusia County including Daytona Beach, Deltona, DeLand, Ormond Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Port Orange, Edgewater, South Daytona, Debary, Orange City, Ponce Inlet, Holly Hill, Lake Helen, Oak Hill, Pierson, Seville, Osteen, De Leon Springs, Flagler Beach, and Daytona Beach Shores.
Review consensus
Communication is the dominant theme. Reviewers consistently say the office kept them informed at every stage, with Jill singled out repeatedly as the coordination hub who proactively updates clients and advocates with insurance companies. On the field side, Darien appears in more reviews than anyone else, praised for fast response, clear explanations, and thorough cleanup. Glenn Harrison (owner) earns trust through personal involvement — multiple reviewers describe him as hands-on, patient, and straightforward with recommendations. Brad Capelle and Alan are praised as project managers who kept complex rebuilds on track. The mitigation crew — Darien, Pedro, Jose, and Paul Eagle — get consistent marks for showing up on time, explaining the process, and cleaning up daily.
1 found across 64 total reviews at 4.7★. (1 found across 64 total reviews at 4.7 stars) One reviewer in March 2025 alleges double billing and claims she is still finding items Paul Davis was paid for but never completed, advising others to hire an advocate. The owner response from Glenn and Christine Harrison states the customer paid in full in September 2023, signed a Certificate of Satisfaction at that time, and that no additional bills were sent. The disagreement over whether double billing occurred remains unresolved — the reviewer updated her review to maintain her claims after the owner's response. With only one negative review in the recent window and the owner providing a detailed factual rebuttal, this reads as an isolated dispute rather than a pattern.
The franchise model shows clearly in the reviews. The office team (Jill, Glenn, Christine) stays consistent, while field work splits between an in-house mitigation crew (Darien, Pedro, Jose) and outside subcontractors for rebuilds. Praise clusters around the in-house staff; the few complaints in testimonials tend to involve subcontractor oversight — finishing work to 90% instead of 100%, or leaving small messes. The owner responds to the sole negative Google review with specific factual detail rather than a template, which is a positive signal for a company with only one recent complaint to address.
Jill (office coordinator — praised repeatedly for proactive communication and client advocacy). Glenn Harrison (owner/project oversight — praised for trustworthiness, hands-on involvement, and clear recommendations). Brad Capelle (project manager — praised for managing complex rebuilds and keeping clients informed). Alan (project manager — praised for quality work and courtesy). Darien (field technician — most frequently named staffer, praised for fast response, clear explanations, and cleanup). Pedro (field technician — praised for respectful handling of belongings and efficient work). Jose (field technician/crew lead — praised for organization, scheduling, and hands-on leadership). Paul Eagle (field technician — praised across multiple reviews). Matt Burtner (project manager — praised for communication and follow-through). Jon/John (field supervisor — praised for attentive oversight). Roy (field — praised in hurricane repair context). Gary (field — praised in hurricane repair context). Greg (field team lead — praised for rebuild work). Christine Harrison (owner/office — named in owner responses).
This is a well-run local franchise with unusually consistent praise for its office coordination and mitigation crews. Ask for Jill as your office contact and confirm which field crew will handle your job. If your project involves a full rebuild, ask upfront how subcontractors are managed and what their callback policy is for punch-list items.
Keep in mind
- This is a restoration company, not a mold testing or inspection firm. You will need a separate company for mold testing before and after remediation.
- They use subcontractors for many rebuild trades. Several reviewers note that subcontractor quality varied — some were excellent, others left debris or needed callbacks to finish work to 100%.
- Project timelines can stretch longer than expected. Multiple testimonials mention delays, though reviewers generally attribute this to material availability and insurance processing rather than Paul Davis itself.
- The mold remediation page on their website is vague — it doesn't describe how work areas are isolated, what equipment is used during removal, or whether post-remediation verification is included. Ask specifically about their remediation process before signing.