First to Respond

What They Do

Water DamageMoldFire and Smoke

• First To Respond Restoration - Water Damage Cleanup and Restoration

In Their Own Words

With a legacy of over 25 years, First to Respond is a trusted, family-owned restoration company dedicated to serving Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley. Since opening in 2016, our expert team has been committed to helping residential and commercial clients navigate property emergencies with ease. Specializing in fire and water damage, mold remediation, and comprehensive reconstruction, we offer a rapid, effective response to restore properties to their original condition. Our certified technicians utilize advanced equipment and industry-leading standards to ensure quality workmanship and exceptional customer service during every step of the process.

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Before You Call First to Respond

1. Do you take moisture readings every day and will you give me the drying log?
2. Are your technicians certified in water damage restoration?
3. Where do you think the moisture is coming from, and who fixes it?
4. Will you set up containment and negative air, and how will you protect the rest of the home?
5. How will you deal with smoke odor inside wall cavities and the HVAC ducts?

California requires a state contractor license for most repair jobs over $1,000. Ask for the number and check it with the Contractors State License Board.

Reviews on Other Sites

• Yelp

  4.7 from 76 reviews

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• Facebook

  5.0 from 11 reviews

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• Thumbtack

  4.7 from 26 reviews

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Found on each site on September 24, 2026 and matched to this location. Ratings on different sites use different rules, so read a few reviews rather than comparing the numbers.

How Their Reviews Break Down

Counts from public listings as of September 23, 2026. A handful of reviews says less than a few hundred.

Read This While You Wait

• DIY with careWhat to Do in the First 24 Hours After Water DamageAn hour by hour plan for the first day after water damage. Make it safe, stop the source, document, remove water and start drying before mold can start.
• DIY with careSafe DIY Mold Cleanup for Areas Under 10 Square FeetA step by step method to clean up mold under 10 square feet safely, with the gear to buy, what to throw away, why bleach is not the default, and when to stop.
• Call a proThe First 48 Hours After a House FireWhat to do in the first two days after a house fire. Safe re-entry, utilities, insurance calls, securing the home, food, medicine and what never to clean.
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