San Diego County's
Environmental & Inspection Experts
Unbiased environmental due diligence, building inspections, mold & air quality assessments, and Phase I/II ESAs for commercial developers, federal agencies, and homeowners.
Doctoral-Scientist Led • Service-Disabled-Veteran Owned • Dual-Certified Commercial & Residential
Our Mission & Services
How We Protect San Diego
Residential Services
- Mold & Moisture Assessments
- Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) & Water Testing
- Environmental & Habitability Assessments
Commercial Services
- Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments (ESA)
- Commercial Property Health & Safety Audits
- Commercial Mold & IAQ Testing
- Hazardous Materials & Environmental Testing
Purpose Driven Faith in Action
- Faith-Rooted Public Health Forensics
- Advocacy for Medically Vulnerable Individuals & Families
- Equitable Access to Our Services
- Habitability Audits & Advocacy
Protecting Your Health, Property, & Peace of Mind Starts Here.
Whether you need urgent Mold or IAQ testing, a certified home inspection, habitability advocacy, or a commercial Phase I/II ESA, speak directly with our co-founders today.
Trusted by Families, Property Owners, & Advocates
Real 5-Star Reviews from Our San Diego Community
“They’re so nice, so thorough, and SO AFFORDABLE!! They took the time to explain every detail about our air quality and gave us complete peace of mind.”
- Chris E.
“Outstanding service. They handled my urgent situation with clear, honest results and prompt communication. Highly recommend for any property inspection needs.”
- Lucy Luna
“Helping good people advocate for themselves is something they take great pride in. Truly dedicated environmental public health professionals.”
- Sweet Marah
Independent Science. Accessible Pricing.
San Diego’s trusted experts for residential and commercial inspections, environmental assessments (Phase I/II ESAs), IAQ, mold, and habitability.
Mold & Moisture Assessment
Pacific Rim Eco provides mold and moisture assessments, environmental testing, and consulting. We investigate conditions, interpret findings, and recommend next steps within the agreed scope.
Phase I & II Environmental Site Assessments
Thorough environmental due diligence for commercial lenders, real estate brokers, and property managers. Identifying environmental liabilities with clear, actionable findings.
Habitability Assessments
Scientifically rigorous habitability reports addressing public health and other environmental concerns on behalf of homeowners, tenants, and legal advocates.
Indoor Air Quality & Mold Forensics
A deep understanding of Southern California coastal humidity, microclimates, and regional housing habitability codes to identify & solve the root-cause of air quality issues.
Federal, State, Institutional Procurement Credentials
Registered in SAM.gov for prime contracting, subcontracting, and public agency environmental set-asides.
SBA VENDOR STATUS
SBA-Certified SDVOSB
(Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business)
CALIFORNIA CERTIFIED SMALL BUSINESS
2049481
CAGE CODE
17ZC7
UNIQUE ENTITY ID (UEI)
NFGLBBQCSEM1
NAICS CODE
541620 (Environmental Consulting)
541350 (Building Inspection)
541690 (Other Scientific Services)
Frequently Asked Questions
Your most common questions answered.
1. What makes Pacific Rim Eco different from other inspection companies?
Answer: Pacific Rim Eco combines environmental science with doctoral-level public health expertise and executive experience in healthcare, local and tribal government, and risk management. We bring that perspective to the environmental questions affecting your health, property, business operations, or legal matter.
Our experience spans construction water testing, workplace environmental investigations, facility problems, property due diligence, and habitability disputes. We help clients determine what investigation is warranted, interpret technical findings, and identify practical next steps. Our assessments and consulting connect field observations, relevant records, and laboratory results with their significance for the decisions you need to make.
Our findings and recommendations are based on evidence and independent professional judgment, without influence from contractor relationships or other commercial interests. Our Purpose Driven Pricing reflects our commitment to making environmental expertise accessible and to considering each client’s circumstances alongside the work required.
2. What is a habitability assessment and when do I need one?
Answer: A habitability assessment is a formal scientific evaluation that determines whether a residential or commercial building meets California health, safety, and environmental standards. It identifies hazards like toxic mold, moisture intrusion, degraded air quality, or structural risk. You need one during tenant-landlord disputes, municipal compliance checks, lease negotiations, real estate transactions, or when gathering defensible evidence for legal proceedings.
3. Why are independent inspections critical before buying a home or hiring a contractor?
Answer: Sales agents and contractors naturally operate around their own bottom lines. An independent inspector is ethically bound to be completely unbiased and cannot financially benefit from required repairs. Whether evaluating a new build, flipped home, or fixer-upper, an independent report gives you crucial leverage to negotiate pre-closing repairs or financial concessions while ensuring contractor accountability.
4. How can an environmental assessment support a decision?
Answer: An environmental assessment organizes the available information into documented findings, limitations, and recommended next steps. The engagement identifies the question being evaluated and the intended use of the report so the work can support the client’s property, business, or dispute-related decision.
5. Should I get an inspection before leasing a commercial or residential property?
Answer: Yes. A pre-lease inspection identifies hidden risks before you sign. In commercial double or triple net (NNN) leases—where lessees assume maintenance burdens—it prevents unexpected bills for major structural systems. For both commercial and residential tenants, the report establishes a documented baseline of the property’s condition, protecting your full security deposit at the end of the lease.
6. I’m a commercial property owner or landlord. How does an inspection benefit me?
Answer: For commercial landlords with triple-net (NNN) leases, periodic inspections verify whether tenants are maintaining the property in accordance with lease terms versus causing improper wear-and-tear or damage. Additionally, unbiased commercial inspection reports provide objective documentation for insurance underwriters, helping argue for better coverage terms and lower insurance rates.
7. What is your pricing model? Are you sensitive to limited budgets?
Answer: Pacific Rim Eco’s Purpose Driven Pricing reflects our commitment to fair fees, meaningful service, and access to environmental expertise. Project fees reflect the scope of work, professional time, travel, and any laboratory or specialist costs. We also consider reduced fees and other assistance consistent with our service mission and available resources. If cost is a barrier, please let us know when you inquire so we can discuss available options.
We agree on the scope, deliverables, fees, and payment terms before scheduling. Additional services require your authorization.
8. How quickly will I receive my inspection or lab report?
Answer: Routine mold assessment reports are typically delivered within 72 hours of the site visit, subject to laboratory processing and receipt of any required information. Reporting schedules for other environmental assessments, business consulting, and expert services are established during project scoping. Please let us know about any firm project, transaction, or legal deadlines when you inquire so we can discuss the available schedule.
9. What is included in your commercial Phase I & II ESAs?
Answer: Phase I Environmental Site Assessments (ESAs) involve comprehensive historical record reviews, municipal permit searches, and non-invasive site walkthroughs to flag potential environmental liabilities for commercial lenders and buyers. If contamination risk is identified, a Phase II ESA conducts targeted soil, water, or vapor sampling to deliver clear, actionable data.
10. What regions of Southern California do you cover?
Answer: Pacific Rim Eco serves all of San Diego County—including Coastal San Diego, North County, South Bay, East County. Our commercial environmental inspection work extends to all of Southern California.
11. What makes Pacific Rim Eco’s mold inspections different?
Answer: Pacific Rim Eco provides mold and moisture assessments, environmental testing, and consulting. We investigate conditions, interpret findings, and recommend next steps within the agreed scope. Our findings and recommendations are based on evidence and independent professional judgment, without influence from contractor relationships or other commercial interests.
12. What is an Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) inspection and what does it measure?
Answer: An IAQ inspection is a comprehensive scientific evaluation of the invisible environmental factors affecting the safety and habitability of your home or commercial space. Using advanced air sampling and accredited lab analysis, we measure airborne mold spores, Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), chemical off-gassing, particulate matter, relative humidity, and ventilation performance to uncover the root cause of unexplained health symptoms or property damage.
13. What does it mean that Pacific Rim Eco is a BBB4Good Purpose-Driven Business, and who benefits?
Answer: BBB4Good accreditation verifies that our business actively integrates public health, environmental stewardship, and social impact directly into our core operations. Our clients—including homeowners, renters, commercial property owners, non-profits, and municipal agencies—benefit from transparent pricing, accessible service rates, and an ethical, science-first partner dedicated to protecting community health and property integrity over maximizing profits. We operate with a purpose-driven mindset because we care deeply about the safety of our community. As our client reviews reflect, our commitment goes far beyond an inspection: we ensure you have the objective scientific data, defensible reports, and advocacy needed to protect your health, your investments, and the well-being of your loved ones.