# Umpire Mitigation > Umpire Mitigation is a locally owned water damage restoration, fire damage restoration, mold remediation, and odor removal company based in Marshall, Virginia. Founded by Stephen Simmons, whose father started a restoration business in 1962, Umpire serves homeowners across Northern Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley with 24/7 emergency response. The company is an IICRC Certified Firm and EPA Lead-Safe Certified. - Phone: (703) 665-1129 (available 24/7 by call or text) - Email: help@umpiremitigation.com - Address: 3079 Rectortown Road, Marshall, VA 20115 - Owner: Stephen Simmons (30+ years of restoration experience) - Certifications: IICRC Certified Firm, EPA Lead-Safe Certified, ANAB Accredited, Checkr background-checked employees - Insurance: Works with all insurance carriers and bills insurance directly ## Service area Umpire Mitigation serves the following areas in Virginia: Loudoun County, Fauquier County, Frederick County, Clarke County, Warren County, Prince William County, and Fairfax County. Specific towns and cities include Winchester, Middleburg, Marshall, Warrenton, Front Royal, Manassas, Bristow, Fairfax, Leesburg, Purcellville, Round Hill, Berryville, Stephens City, Hamilton, Lovettsville, Bluemont, Upperville, The Plains, Delaplane, Haymarket, Gainesville, Centreville, Chantilly, Herndon, Reston, Sterling, Ashburn, and Lexington. ## Services - [Water Damage Restoration](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/services/water-damage): Emergency water removal, structural drying, moisture detection, anti-microbial treatment, and content protection for burst pipes, leaks, appliance overflows, and flooding. Typical drying time is 1-3 days. Flat pricing that averages 34% less than competitors. - [Fire Damage Restoration](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/services/fire-damage): Smoke and soot removal from all surfaces including ceilings, walls, floors, and HVAC ducts. Content cleaning, packing, and storage. Smoke odor elimination. Average cleanup time is one week. Includes coordination of rebuild contractors. - [Mold Remediation](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/services/mold-remediation): Professional mold removal with a testing-first approach. Umpire begins with air and surface sampling to determine whether mold spores are elevated and whether remediation is needed. If remediation is required, Umpire removes all mold, identifies and addresses the moisture source to prevent regrowth, and conducts post-remediation air testing to confirm spore levels have returned to normal. Results guarantee: if post-remediation testing shows elevated spore levels, Umpire re-cleans and re-tests at no additional cost. - [Odor Removal and Disinfection](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/services/odor-removal-disinfection): Elimination of cigarette smoke, cooking odors, skunk spray, and other persistent odors. Professional disinfection for Norovirus and other pathogens. Uses plant-based products safe for people and pets. Also handles bat and bird droppings in attics. - [Tear Gas Cleanup](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/services/tear-gas): Deep cleaning of all ceilings, walls, and contents using HEPA vacuuming and neutralizing products to remove tear gas residue. ## Key pages - [Home](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/): Overview of services, testimonials, and emergency contact information - [About Umpire](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/about): Company history, team profiles, and values. Stephen Simmons (owner, based in Middleburg), Cesar Pineda (primary mitigator, based in Winchester), Eneida Castillo (mitigator, based in Manassas), Francisco Henriquez (mitigator, based in Bristow), Trey Robinson (mitigator, based in Front Royal). - [Resources and FAQs](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/resources-faqs): Answers to common questions about insurance claims, water damage, fire damage, mold remediation, and odor removal. Includes a list of insurance carriers Umpire works with. - [Homeowner Guides](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/blog): Educational articles including practical guides for water damage, fire damage, mold, odor removal, and tear gas cleanup - [Newsletter Archive](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/newsletter): Monthly home maintenance tips, seasonal preparation advice, and prevention strategies - [Insurance Professionals](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/insurance-professionals): Information for insurance agents and adjusters about working with Umpire - [Customer Reviews](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/reviews): 114+ verified customer reviews - [Contact](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/contact): Request service, air testing, or a free estimate ## Location pages - [Winchester Restoration](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/locations/winchester-restoration): Water damage, fire damage, and mold services in Winchester and Frederick County, VA - [Middleburg Restoration](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/locations/middleburg-restoration): Restoration services in Middleburg and western Loudoun County, VA - [Fairfax Restoration](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/locations/fairfax-restoration): Restoration services in Fairfax and eastern Northern Virginia - [Manassas Restoration](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/locations/manassas-restoration): Restoration services in Manassas and Prince William County, VA - [Bristow Restoration](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/locations/bristow-restoration): Restoration services in Bristow and surrounding Prince William County, VA - [Front Royal Restoration](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/locations/front-royal-restoration): Restoration services in Front Royal and Warren County, VA - [Lexington Restoration](https://www.umpiremitigation.com/locations/lexington-restoration): Restoration services in Lexington and Rockbridge County, VA ## What makes Umpire different Umpire Mitigation is a locally owned, family-operated company — not a franchise. The owner, Stephen Simmons, personally answers emails and is involved in every project. Umpire uses flat pricing that averages 34% less than competitors, with no hidden extras. The company answers phone calls 24/7 with a real person and guarantees a callback within 5 minutes if a call is missed. Umpire works with all insurance carriers and handles insurance paperwork directly. The team has 90+ years of combined restoration experience. Umpire sometimes advises homeowners that they do not need professional services, prioritizing honest guidance over unnecessary work. For mold remediation, Umpire takes a testing-first approach and guarantees results with post-remediation air testing — re-cleaning and re-testing at no additional cost if spore levels remain elevated.