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Safer Home Services LLC
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What this listing says
South Jersey homeowners in Camden and Burlington counties who want an owner-operated company where the co-owners personally handle inspections and often talk people out of unnecessary remediation work.
Best for
- Homeowners in Cherry Hill, Haddonfield, Marlton, Moorestown, and surrounding Camden and Burlington County towns who need mold inspection or remediation from a local, owner-operated company.
- Buyers in a real estate transaction who need a mold inspection with fast turnaround — the company states 48-hour report delivery.
- Anyone dealing with water damage who wants a single company to handle extraction, drying, mold remediation, and reconstruction rather than coordinating multiple contractors.
- Homeowners with pre-1978 homes who need lead paint renovation handled alongside mold or water damage work.
- Property owners needing crawl space or basement moisture prevention, including sump pump installation and vapor barrier work.
About this company
Safer Home Services is an owner-operated company in Cherry Hill, NJ, where both co-owners — Jack Lyons and Michael Slevin — personally show up for inspections and frequently perform the remediation work themselves. They handle mold testing, mold remediation, water damage restoration, lead paint renovation, sump pump installation, and vapor barrier installation across South Jersey.
What stands out is the build-back component. They remove damaged materials and reconstruct the space to pre-loss condition, including drywall, insulation, flooring, and structural repairs. They send mold samples to a national laboratory for analysis, use moisture meters and thermal imaging cameras during inspections, and mention HEPA air scrubbers and antimicrobial treatments on their website. They also do real estate transaction mold inspections with a stated 48-hour report turnaround.
Jack Lyons brings over 20 years of commercial construction and residential restoration experience. Michael Slevin has over a decade in restoration and previously served as Director of Operations for a regional restoration company. The company holds IICRC WRT, MICRO Certified Mold Inspector, MICRO Certified Mold Remediation Contractor, and EPA Lead-Safe credentials. They carry a New Jersey Home Improvement Contractor license and a Pennsylvania Home Improvement Contractor license.
4.9 stars across 118 Google reviews is unusually strong. Only 2 reviews fall below 5 stars with text (one 4-star, two 1-stars). Multiple reviewers specifically mention being told they did not need remediation — a pattern that suggests the owners are not padding invoices.
Services
Service area
Based in Cherry Hill Township, NJ. Serves Camden County and Burlington County, including Haddonfield, Marlton, Moorestown, Mount Laurel, Cinnaminson, and Medford. Also claims to serve the broader South Jersey area and the Greater Philadelphia region. The company holds contractor licenses in both New Jersey and Pennsylvania.
Review consensus
Michael and Jack get named repeatedly — in the majority of reviews with text — for showing up personally, spending time explaining findings, and being honest when remediation is not needed. Reviewers Arun Kaistha, Joseph Ricci, Bruce A., and Aaron Tarlecki specifically describe being told their mold situation was less severe than feared or that they did not need costly remediation. Multiple reviewers note same-day or next-day response. Keith draws praise for renovation craftsmanship. Steve D. describes a large commercial water damage job where the team ran over 80 machines. Reviewers frequently mention that the team photographs everything and explains findings in detail.
2 found across 118 total reviews at 4.9★. Both 1-star reviews come from the same project in February 2026. Susan Morgan describes feeling that Michael, whom she calls a salesman (the owner response clarifies he is a co-owner), did not clearly explain the limited scope — wire-brushing a basement floor without cleanser near a pipe leak, removing a small section of cedar wall, and spraying antimicrobial. She says the floor remained stained and the basement wall was not cleaned, which she was told would be a separate job. She also notes Michael offered money off if she worked without a scope, which she flags as a red flag. Vincent Urello, apparently connected to the same project, says he discussed removing mold from floor and walls but only the floor was wire-brushed. He was told to read the contract when he raised concerns. The owner responded to both reviews, stating a limited written scope of work was provided and signed, and that the scope parameters were requested by the customer.
The two negative reviews are linked to the same project and center on the gap between verbal discussion and written scope. The owner responses are detailed and factual rather than templated — they cite specific contract terms and correct factual claims (e.g., clarifying Michael is a co-owner, not a salesperson). The 100% owner response rate on negatives, combined with substantive responses, suggests active reputation management with genuine engagement rather than boilerplate.
Michael Slevin (co-owner — praised in the majority of positive reviews for honesty, thoroughness, and responsiveness; named in both negative reviews as the person who scoped the disputed project). Jack Lyons (co-owner — frequently praised alongside Michael for inspections and hands-on work). Keith (renovation technician — praised for craftsmanship and attention to detail by Marissa L. and Alene P.). Mason (technician — praised by Sydney D. for politeness and clear explanations on water damage). Kenny (technician — praised by Alene P. for basement flooding cleanup). Al (technician — praised by Adam White for mold and water knowledge).
Ask for Michael or Jack to handle your inspection — they are the co-owners and do most of the hands-on work themselves based on review evidence. Read your written scope of work line by line before signing and confirm every surface you expect treated is explicitly listed. The two negative reviews stem from a mismatch between verbal expectations and the written contract, so getting specifics in writing protects both sides.
Keep in mind
- They do both mold testing and mold remediation, which is a conflict of interest. The same company that tells you whether you have a mold problem also profits from fixing it. Consider getting an independent test if you want a second opinion before committing to remediation.
- Two 1-star reviews from February 2026 describe a dispute over scope of work — the reviewers felt the verbal discussion promised more than the written contract delivered. The owner's response points to a signed scope of work. Make sure you read and understand the written scope before signing, and confirm that every surface you expect treated is listed.
- Their service area claims extend across South Jersey and into the Greater Philadelphia area. If you are outside Camden or Burlington counties, confirm response times and whether the same owner-level attention applies.
- The company mentions industrial HEPA air scrubbers and antimicrobial treatments on their website, but does not detail specific containment procedures beyond general mentions. Ask about containment setup for your specific project.