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Voda Cleaning & Restoration of Jersey Shore
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What this listing says
Jersey Shore homeowners dealing with water damage that has turned into mold, where Barry Silverman's team handles everything from water extraction through mold remediation and insurance claims under one roof.
Best for
- Jersey Shore homeowners who need mold remediation connected to water damage, where a single company handles both the water extraction and the mold work without subcontracting.
- Property owners in Monmouth or Ocean County who need emergency water damage response within hours, with mold prevention built into the initial cleanup.
- Commercial property managers across the Jersey Shore who need mold remediation with insurance claims coordination and minimal business disruption.
- Homeowners who want the local operator (Barry) personally involved rather than dealing with rotating crews.
About this company
Voda Cleaning & Restoration of Jersey Shore operates from Wall Township, New Jersey, serving Monmouth, Ocean, and surrounding counties across the Jersey Shore region. They are a franchise location within the Voda network, which claims over 500 cities served and 10,000 five-star reviews across all locations. This location's primary Google category is water damage restoration, with mold remediation as a closely connected service.
Their mold remediation page describes a process that includes inspection, containment of affected areas, removal of contaminated materials, cleaning and sanitizing, and final testing. They mention using a mold testing device to detect hidden mold before remediation begins. They also handle attic mold removal, targeting the underlying moisture source alongside the visible growth. The website references IICRC-certified technicians, containment methods, and air scrubbers for commercial jobs. They serve both residential and commercial properties, including offices, schools, and healthcare facilities.
Barry Silverman appears to be the local operator and most-mentioned name in reviews. Multiple reviewers describe him personally overseeing projects, providing detailed explanations, and keeping pricing competitive. Greg handles insurance coordination and mold-specific work. Dean manages mold and water damage cabinet removal. Javier handles both moisture remediation and duct cleaning. Pat specializes in contents restoration after floods.
109 Google reviews at a perfect 5.0 stars is notable. The review volume is genuine enough, with most reviews coming from accounts with multiple reviews and several from Local Guides. Reviewers consistently mention fast response times (often same day or under an hour), clear communication, and competitive pricing compared to other companies in the area.
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Service area
Headquartered at 1599 NJ-34, Suite 7E in Wall Township, New Jersey. Their locations page lists 70+ cities across the Jersey Shore and central New Jersey, including Asbury Park, Brick, Edison, Freehold, Howell, Jackson, Lakewood, Long Branch, Middletown, Neptune, Toms River, Sayreville, Point Pleasant, Red Bank, Seaside Heights, and Piscataway. The service area stretches from Edison in the north to Tuckerton in the south and west to Waterford Works, which is a wide radius from their Wall Township base.
Review consensus
Barry Silverman is named in 15+ reviews for personal oversight, competitive pricing, and fast response. Multiple reviewers say he arrived within an hour and beat competitors on price. Dean draws praise for guiding homeowners through mold and water damage cabinet removal, making an upsetting process manageable. Greg is praised for insurance coordination and mold knowledge, with one reviewer noting he was "very thorough and knows his job and how to deal with insurance." Javier handles moisture remediation and duct cleaning, with reviewers calling his work trustworthy. Pat earned specific praise for personally restoring and cleaning furniture and family pieces after a flood. Rob went beyond his scope by fixing a broken closet door at no additional cost. Communication is the most consistent theme: reviewers describe being kept informed at every step, receiving timeline updates, and getting honest explanations of what needed to happen.
0 found across 109 total reviews at 5.0★. No negative reviews found. With 109 total reviews and zero complaints in 18 months, there is no complaint data to analyze.
The review timeline shows steady volume from mid-2025 through mid-2026, suggesting consistent operations rather than a single marketing push. The business serves a wide range of needs beyond mold: carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, duct cleaning, and water damage make up the majority of reviewed services. The franchise model means the Voda brand recognition and marketing outpace this individual location's track record. A local chamber of commerce (GTRCC) review confirms community involvement in the Toms River area.
Barry Silverman (owner/operator — positive across 15+ reviews for personal involvement, competitive pricing, fast response, and honest communication). Dean (project manager — positive for mold and water damage work, walking customers through the process, easy to talk to). Greg (insurance/mold specialist — positive for insurance coordination, thoroughness, going above and beyond). Javier/Javi (technician — positive for moisture remediation, duct cleaning, trustworthy explanations). Pat (contents specialist — positive for personally restoring flood-damaged furniture and family pieces). Rob (technician — positive for carpet cleaning and going beyond scope). Veronica, Tom, Andrew (technicians — positive for couch cleaning, politeness).
Ask for Barry or Greg when scheduling mold work, since reviewers consistently credit their personal oversight and insurance knowledge. Get an independent mold test before agreeing to remediation, given the conflict of interest. The 5.0 rating across 109 reviews is strong, but confirm that mold-specific work (not just carpet cleaning or water extraction) is well within their regular workload.
Keep in mind
- Voda does both mold testing and mold remediation. A company that tests for mold and then sells you the remediation has a financial incentive to find problems. Consider getting an independent mold inspection before committing to their remediation services.
- The 10,000+ five-star reviews they advertise are across the entire Voda franchise network, not this Jersey Shore location. This location has 109 reviews.
- The website lists 70+ cities from Edison to Tuckerton and west to Waterford Works. That is a wide service radius from their Wall Township office, and response times at the edges may differ from what reviewers near the shore report.
- Most reviews describe water damage restoration, carpet cleaning, or upholstery work. Only a few reviews specifically describe mold remediation projects, so the mold-specific track record is thinner than the overall review count suggests.
- Several reviews have no text at all, which limits the amount of detailed service feedback available.