Provider profile

Spotless

Nicholasville, KY / 4.9 rating / 300 reviews / Water damage restoration service

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Provider snapshot

What this listing says

Lexington-area homeowners dealing with health symptoms they suspect are mold-related, who want a family-owned IICRC firm with on-site InstaScope air testing and 30+ years in the business.

On-site air testingMold Dog detectionWater damage restorationInsurance claim help
Base location Nicholasville, KY
Provider type Restoration company
Public reviews 4.9 from 300 reviews

Best for

  • Homeowners in Lexington and Central Kentucky who need mold remediation paired with moisture source identification and long-term prevention.
  • Anyone experiencing unexplained health symptoms at home who wants a company that frames remediation around indoor air quality and health outcomes.
  • Homeowners who want same-day air quality results via InstaScope rather than waiting days for lab processing.
  • Property owners dealing with emergency water damage who need fast response — the company claims 90-minute arrival times and operates 24/7.
  • Buyers or sellers in a real estate transaction who need clearance testing with quick turnaround documentation.

About this company

Spotless is a family-owned restoration company based in Nicholasville, Kentucky, run by Paul and Tina Craig. They focus on mold remediation and water damage restoration across Lexington and surrounding Central Kentucky communities. Their website positions them as health-focused, marketing specifically to homeowners experiencing unexplained chronic symptoms they believe are mold-related.

Two things stand out. First, they use InstaScope technology for on-site air sampling, which gives same-day results rather than the typical multi-day lab wait. Second, their sister company, Mold Dog Network, uses dogs trained to detect hidden mold with claimed 90%+ accuracy. They also do mold fogging, attic mold removal with blown-in insulation extraction, crawl space vapor barrier installation, and basement dehumidifier installation.

Paul and Tina Craig have run the company for over 30 years. The business holds IICRC certification and operates as an independent, non-franchise company. They claim a service radius of about 90 minutes from Lexington, covering Georgetown, Frankfort, Nicholasville, Paris, Richmond, Winchester, and Versailles.

4.9 stars across 300 Google reviews is exceptional volume and rating for a local restoration company. The near-perfect score with that many reviews suggests consistent execution across a large number of jobs.

Services

Mold remediationmold testingmold inspectionmold foggingattic mold removalindoor air quality testingwater damage restorationwater extractionstructural dryingcrawl space vapor barrier installationbasement dehumidifier installationinsurance claim assistance

Service area

Spotless is headquartered in Nicholasville, Kentucky, and serves Lexington and surrounding Central Kentucky communities within roughly a 90-minute radius. Named service areas include Georgetown, Frankfort, Nicholasville, Paris, Richmond, Winchester, and Versailles. A 90-minute radius from Lexington is a broad claim for emergency response, so confirm availability and response times if you are outside the core Lexington area.

Review consensus

What reviewers praise

Caleb is the most frequently named employee, praised across a dozen or more reviews for his inspection thoroughness, patience in explaining findings, and responsiveness. Paul (owner) and Tina (co-owner) draw praise for being personally involved in projects — Martha Jackson noted Tina worked on the project herself. James earned mentions from Mariam Nagi and Omar El Kawkgi for answering every question during water damage jobs. Zach Comley received three positive mentions for professionalism and knowledge. Brent Kirby, Jamie, Rick, Gary, Sam, and Dallas each received individual positive mentions. Reviewers consistently highlight communication quality, fast response to emergencies (including holiday weekends), and willingness to explain each step of the process. Two reviewers (Mariam Nagi and Omar El Kawkgi) noted a billing error that the company corrected immediately without pushback.

What low reviews reveal

1 found across 300 total reviews at 4.9★. The single recent 1-star review from priyesh patel (February 2026) contains no text and no owner response. The reviewer has 7 reviews on Google, so the account is not a throwaway. Without any written complaint or owner reply, there is no way to assess what went wrong. No pattern can be drawn from a single text-free review.

Pattern worth noting

The company generates an unusually high volume of reviews that name specific employees and describe the process in detail. This suggests a culture where technicians build personal rapport with customers. The owner response rate on the single negative review is 0%, but with only one data point that carries no weight. Mike Verrett's 4-star review flags a practical issue: the fogging treatment triggered his home fire alarm, and he wished the company had warned him to disconnect it beforehand.

Named staff

Caleb/Kaleb (lead technician/inspector — consistently positive across 10+ reviews). Paul Craig (owner — positive). Tina Craig (co-owner — positive, described as hands-on). James (technician — positive). Zach Comley (technician — positive, 3 reviews). Brent Kirby (technician — positive, 2 reviews). Jamie (technician — positive, emergency response). Rick (technician — positive). Gary (technician — positive). Sam (technician — positive). Dallas (technician — positive).

Bottom line

With 300 reviews at 4.9 stars and only one text-free 1-star in the last 18 months, the review record is about as clean as it gets. Ask for Caleb if your job involves mold inspection or remediation — he draws the most consistent praise. Confirm in writing whether your testing and remediation will be handled by separate teams, given the conflict of interest.

Keep in mind

  • Spotless does both mold testing and mold remediation. A company that tests your home and then sells you the remediation has a financial incentive to find problems. Consider getting an independent test from a separate inspector before committing to remediation work.
  • Their stated service area covers a 90-minute radius from Lexington. If you are on the outer edge of that range, confirm response times and whether emergency service is available at your location.
  • The website leans heavily on health-related messaging around mold toxicity and chronic illness. While mold can cause health issues, some of the language goes beyond what mainstream medical consensus supports. Get medical advice from your doctor, not your remediation company.
  • The Mold Dog Network is described as a sister company, but the website does not explain the business relationship or whether the same ownership applies. Ask how referrals between the two entities work and whether there is a financial connection.