NorthBay Restoration Association
Welcome to NBRA
NBRAUSA facilitates free or low-cost indoor air quality testing, mold remediation, and water damage cleanup for disadvantaged and low-income households across the North Bay. We protect children and the elderly from toxic environments while promoting high standards in the restoration industry.
As a federally recognized 501(c)(3) public charity, we connect certified professionals with families in need and provide homeowners and businesses with access to trusted, local experts who adhere to the highest IICRC and ACAC standards.
IICRC Certification Standards
All NBRA members hold certifications from the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) — the industry gold standard.
ACAC Certification Standards
Many NBRA members also hold ACAC (American Council for Accredited Certification) credentials — considered the premier certifications for mold remediation professionals.
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Common Restoration Services
Mold Remediation
Expert removal of toxic molds like Stachybotrys (black mold) and Aspergillus in North Bay homes.
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Fast response for floods, leaks, and sewage backups in Santa Rosa and Sonoma County properties.
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Comprehensive recovery from wildfire damage, soot removal, and odor elimination in the North Bay.
Learn MoreLatest Restoration Insights
Common Mold Types in Sonoma County Homes
Understanding Stachybotrys (black mold), Aspergillus, and prevention strategies for North Bay properties.
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Understanding Water Damage Categories (1, 2, 3)
Not all water damage is the same. Learn about Category 1-3 water and why proper classification matters.
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What is Psychrometry? The Science of Efficient Drying
Discover how IICRC-certified technicians use psychrometric principles to dry your property faster.
Read ArticleWhy Choose an IICRC-Certified Restoration Professional?
The Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC) is the standards body for the restoration industry, and its ANSI-accredited standards — S500 for water damage restoration and S520 for mold remediation — define how professional work is supposed to be done. Certified technicians are trained to classify water losses correctly, contain mold so it does not spread, dry structures with measured psychrometric methods, and document everything for your insurance claim.
The North Bay's climate makes that expertise essential. Wet winters and Russian River flooding drive water damage claims across Sonoma County; wildfire smoke and fire losses affect homes from Santa Rosa to Napa; and coastal humidity in Marin creates chronic mold conditions. Mold growth can begin within 24 to 72 hours of a water loss — hiring a certified professional quickly is the single best way to limit the damage.
Every Premium Restoration member of the NorthBay Restoration Association holds active IICRC firm certification, a valid California contractor license, and liability insurance. And because NBRAUSA is a 501(c)(3) public charity, our Community Assistance Program helps low-income families, seniors, and renters in Sonoma, Marin, and Napa counties access free or reduced-cost testing and remediation when they need it most.