Provider profile

All Dry Services of North Atlanta

Buford, GA / 4.9 rating / 57 reviews / Water damage restoration service

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Provider snapshot

What this listing says

Buford and north Atlanta homeowners dealing with water damage that has led to mold, who want a single franchise-backed crew to handle extraction through remediation under one roof.

Water + mold under one crew24/7 emergency responseNo subcontractorsCommercial restoration
Base location Buford, GA
Provider type Restoration company
Public reviews 4.9 from 57 reviews

Best for

  • Homeowners in Buford, Cumming, Lawrenceville, or Gainesville who need water damage and mold handled by the same company in a single engagement.
  • Property owners with active water intrusion who need same-day emergency extraction before mold develops.
  • Commercial property managers or REITs needing restoration work across office, retail, or multi-unit buildings.
  • Buyers who want a franchise-backed operation with standardized processes and national support behind a local team.
  • Homeowners navigating insurance claims, since multiple reviewers mention All Dry working directly with adjusters.

About this company

All Dry Services of North Atlanta is a locally owned franchise location based in Buford, Georgia, serving the north Atlanta suburbs. Mold is one piece of a broader restoration operation that also covers water damage, flood cleanup, sewage, storm damage, smoke damage, and odor removal. They handle both residential and commercial properties.

The franchise model means they follow a national playbook, which includes a claim of 60-minute response times and 24/7 availability. Their website states they never use subcontractors, meaning the crew that shows up works directly for this location. The FAQ page describes their mold process as including containment to prevent cross-contamination, HEPA vacuuming, and encapsulation. They also offer mold testing in-house, which creates a conflict of interest worth understanding before you hire them.

Kirk Famularo runs operations for this location and shows up frequently in reviews, both as the initial point of contact and as someone who stays involved through the job. Paul Robbins is the most-mentioned field technician. Multiple reviewers note that Kirk and Paul explain the process and answer questions without rushing, which matters in an industry where homeowners often feel pressured.

4.9 stars across 57 Google reviews is unusually strong. Only one reviewer has left a rating below 4 stars, and that review contained no text. The volume is still modest, but the consistency is notable.

Services

Mold testingmold remediationwater damage restorationleak detectionflood damage restorationsewage cleanupstorm damage restorationsmoke damage restorationodor removalcommercial restoration

Service area

Based in Buford, Georgia (420 S Hill St, Suite B). Their website lists nine service cities: Buford, Cumming, Gainesville, Dacula, Dawsonville, Talmo, Lawrenceville, Flowery Branch, and Grayson. This spans several counties across north metro Atlanta, and response times to the outer edges of this area may differ from the advertised 60 minutes.

Review consensus

What reviewers praise

Kirk Famularo is the most frequently named person across all reviews. Reviewers describe him as the operations lead who responds quickly, explains the scope of work, and stays in contact throughout the job. Paul Robbins is the most-praised field technician, with reviewers calling out his patience, clear explanations, and willingness to work with insurance adjusters. Multiple reviewers mention same-day or next-day arrival. Communication is the single most consistent theme: reviewers say the team explains what needs to happen and why before starting work. Several reviewers, including a home inspector (george karampoulis, 255 reviews, Local Guide) and a repeat customer (D Flook, 27 reviews, Local Guide), vouch for consistent quality across multiple engagements. Brett is mentioned as a lead tech by multiple reviewers for water mitigation and mold work.

What low reviews reveal

1 found across 57 total reviews at 4.9★. The single 1-star review from anita ferraro (January 2026) contains no text and no owner response. The reviewer has zero other reviews, which could indicate a first-time reviewer or a non-genuine review. With no details and no response from the business, there is nothing actionable to extract from this complaint.

Pattern worth noting

The review base skews toward water damage and mitigation work rather than standalone mold jobs. Most mold-related reviews describe mold discovered as a consequence of water damage, not mold detected independently. This suggests the company's primary workflow is water event response that sometimes includes mold remediation as a secondary service. The owner did not respond to the single negative review, so there is no data on how they handle complaints publicly.

Named staff

Kirk Famularo (operations/management — consistently positive across many reviews). Paul Robbins (field technician — consistently positive, praised for explanations and insurance coordination). Ashleigh (scheduling/coordination — positive). Brett (lead technician — positive). Tony (technician — positive). Shane (technician — positive, mold remediation). Kylie (packout team — positive). Bailey (packout team — positive). Chad (technician — positive). Ryan (technician — positive). Taylor (technician — positive). Ben (technician — positive). Justin (technician — positive). Brandon (technician — positive). Amy (scheduling — positive). Damon (technician — positive).

Bottom line

This is a well-reviewed franchise operation where Kirk Famularo and Paul Robbins consistently deliver clear communication and fast response. Ask for Kirk as your initial contact and Paul for field work if available. Since they do both testing and remediation, get an independent mold test if the scope of work feels larger than expected.

Keep in mind

  • They do both mold testing and mold remediation, which is a conflict of interest. The company that finds the mold also profits from removing it. Consider getting an independent test before committing to their remediation scope.
  • This is a franchise operation. The local team runs day-to-day work, but processes and branding come from the national All Dry system. Quality depends on the local owner and crew, not just the brand name.
  • Their service area list includes nine cities spread across several counties in north Georgia. Confirm response times to your specific location, especially if you are in Dawsonville or Talmo at the edges of the coverage area.
  • With only 57 reviews, the 4.9-star rating is strong but represents a relatively small sample. The single 1-star review has no text, so there is no way to evaluate that complaint.
  • The website is heavy on marketing language and light on specifics about equipment, certifications, or team credentials. Ask directly about the qualifications of the technician assigned to your job.