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Restoration Specialists
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What this listing says
South Jersey and Philadelphia homeowners dealing with water damage or mold who want an owner-operated company with same-day response and insurance claim help.
Best for
- Homeowners in Burlington County, Camden County, or Philadelphia who need same-day water or mold emergency response.
- Buyers who want the company owner personally on-site for every inspection and remediation job.
- Property owners dealing with water damage that has led to mold and who want one company to handle both extraction and remediation.
- Families navigating a homeowner's insurance claim who need a restoration company that will handle documentation and work directly with the adjuster.
- Commercial property managers in South Jersey needing restoration for healthcare facilities, schools, or government buildings.
About this company
Restoration Specialists is an owner-operated restoration company based in Columbus, New Jersey, serving South Jersey and the Philadelphia metro area. Steve Yeretzian, the owner, runs jobs personally and is named by reviewers more than any other staff member. The company holds IICRC certification and claims over a decade of experience in water, fire, mold, and storm damage restoration.
What stands out is the range of services under one roof. Beyond mold remediation, they handle water extraction, fire and smoke damage, biohazard and trauma scene cleanup (holds ABRA credentials), reconstruction, and content restoration. They also do mold testing in-house using moisture meters and infrared cameras, and their remediation side uses HEPA air scrubbers and negative air machines. They offer insurance claim assistance, working directly with providers on documentation and estimates.
The company is locally owned with OSHA training credentials and runs background and drug checks on technicians. Steve is frequently described as showing up the same day, often within hours, and handling emergencies on weekends and holidays.
4.9 stars across 111 Google reviews with zero one-star reviews is rare. Reviewers consistently describe Steve as hands-on, honest about what does and does not need repair, and willing to spend time explaining the process before any work begins.
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Service area
Headquartered in Columbus, New Jersey (Burlington County). Serves Philadelphia and South Jersey as core territory, extending into the Delaware Valley, Bucks County, and Montgomery County in Pennsylvania. The website lists over 200 specific cities across New Jersey and Pennsylvania, from Toms River and the Jersey Shore communities to King of Prussia and Pottstown — a wide geographic claim for a small, owner-operated company.
Review consensus
Steve Yeretzian is named in the vast majority of reviews. Reviewers praise his same-day and same-hour response times, his willingness to explain the full process before starting work, and his honesty about what does and does not need repair. MACHARLA R. noted Steve found nothing to fix and did not charge, while other companies wanted to bill for unnecessary work. Emily and David are also named positively for hands-on, careful work during biohazard and water cleanup jobs. Multiple reviewers mention Steve helping with insurance claim navigation, and several describe him arriving on holidays and weekends.
0 found across 111 total reviews at 4.9★. No one-star or negative reviews have appeared in the last 18 months. With 111 total reviews at 4.9 stars, the record contains no recent complaints to analyze.
The review pattern is unusually consistent: Steve is personally named in nearly every review, suggesting he remains the primary face of the operation. Several reviewers mention being assigned a different restoration company through insurance, being dissatisfied, and then finding Restoration Specialists independently. This suggests the company draws customers who have already had a bad experience elsewhere and are looking for a more hands-on operator.
Steve Yeretzian (owner/lead technician — overwhelmingly positive across nearly all reviews). Emily (technician — positive, praised for going above and beyond by Andrea Tolman). David (technician — positive, praised for meticulous and compassionate work by Maura Kelly Keiser).
With 111 reviews, a 4.9-star rating, and zero recent negatives, the track record is strong. The main risk is capacity: Steve handles most jobs personally, so confirm scheduling and who will be on-site. Ask for a third-party mold test if you want an independent assessment before remediation begins.
Keep in mind
- They do both mold testing and mold remediation. That creates a conflict of interest: the same company diagnosing the problem also profits from fixing it. Their mold testing page references independent industrial hygienists, but ask upfront whether a third-party tester will handle sampling.
- The service area list includes over 200 cities spanning from the Jersey Shore to Bucks County, PA. If your property is on the outer edge of that range, confirm response time before booking.
- Steve appears to be the primary point of contact and lead technician. If the company is handling multiple jobs, ask whether Steve will personally be on-site for your project.
- The company is a restoration firm, not a mold-only specialist. Mold work is one of several service lines alongside water, fire, storm, and biohazard cleanup.