Vert Environmental

What Vert Environmental does

Vert Environmental (legally Deprofundis Inc.) is a California-licensed environmental testing and inspection firm founded in 2012 and headquartered in San Diego. The company offers 12+ accredited testing services — asbestos, mold, lead, soil, water quality, smoke and fire residue, indoor air quality, VOCs, silica dust, OSHA PEL, moisture mapping, radon, post-wildfire, and bacteria/Legionella — delivered through certified technicians using XRF analyzers, spore trap devices, VOC sensors, moisture meters, and thermal imaging, with all lab analysis routed to NVLAP-, ELAP-, NELAP-, and AIHA-LAP-accredited partner laboratories operating under ISO/IEC 17025 standards.

The company serves four primary customer segments: property owners and managers (residential and commercial), contractors and construction professionals, insurance carriers and adjusters, and — to a lesser extent — schools and healthcare facilities subject to AHERA, AB 746, and CDC guidance. Pricing is quote-based and invoiced per visit (initial testing, clearance testing, additional visits), with no publicly disclosed tiers. Distribution is direct, via phone, website quote forms, on-site dispatch, and a referral rewards program. The company holds a dense stack of regulatory certifications (ACAC, CDPH, Cal/OSHA DIR, NIOSH, OSHA, AHERA, NESHAP) that constitute the primary barrier to entry and the core of its value proposition.

Vert operates three staffed branches — San Diego (Viewridge Ave), Placentia/Orange County (Kimberly Ave), and the Bay Area — enabling same-day service across six major California counties. Marketing runs through a multi-channel mix including the company website, Google Business profiles, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Yelp, downloadable safety guides, and a referral program. Leadership comprises eight named managers under President Nathan Borsheim, including a VP of Sales & Marketing, field and operations managers, a report writing manager, and an accounting function. The company is privately held with no disclosed venture capital or private equity backing, suggesting founder/management ownership and self-funded growth.

Name

Vert Environmental

Legal name

Deprofundis Inc.

Website

https://vertenviro.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2012

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Vert Environmental is a California-based accredited environmental testing firm providing asbestos, mold, lead, water, soil, and air quality testing across three branches in San Diego, Orange County, and the Bay Area, serving property owners, contractors, and insurance carriers.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Environmental Testing Services

NAICS

Testing Laboratories and Services (541380), Environmental Consulting Services (541620), Building Inspection Services (541350)

SIC

Services-Testing Laboratories (8734)

akta.pro primary industry

Post-Abatement Clearance Testing & Documentation (BPALALAH)

akta.pro secondary industry

Radon, Mold & Moisture Risk Assessment/Testing (EDAEAKAN)

Keywords

• Environmental testing services
• Asbestos testing
• Mold inspection
• Lead testing
• Indoor air quality

Headquarters

HQ city

San Diego

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Environmental Testing Services: Professional environmental testing services billed on a per-project basis. Services include asbestos testing, mold testing, lead testing, soil testing, water quality testing, smoke and fire residue testing, indoor air quality testing, VOC monitoring, silica dust testing, and OSHA PEL testing. Pricing is quote-based with separate invoices generated for each site visit including initial testing, clearance testing, and additional visits.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Vert Environmental is a California-based environmental testing and inspection firm that provides certified, independent third-party testing services across 12+ environmental categories including asbestos, mold, lead, soil, water quality, smoke and fire residue, indoor air quality, VOCs, silica dust, and OSHA PEL compliance. The company dispatches certified technicians to customer sites for sample collection and partners with NVLAP-, ELAP-, and AIHA-LAP-accredited laboratories for analytical testing, delivering court-defensible results with same-day service available in Southern California and the Bay Area.

Product overview

Vert Environmental is an environmental testing services company offering 12+ distinct testing and inspection services under one roof. The core portfolio includes Asbestos Testing (surveys, lab analysis, and post-abatement clearance), Mold Testing (air/surface sampling with species identification), Lead Testing (XRF analysis, paint, dust, soil, water), Soil Testing (heavy metals, petroleum, VOCs, PCBs, asbestos), Water Quality Testing (bacteria, Legionella, heavy metals, PFAS), Smoke & Fire Residue Testing (soot, ash, char, VOCs, heavy metals), Indoor Air Quality Testing, VOC Monitoring, Silica Dust Testing, OSHA PEL Testing, Moisture Mapping, Radon Testing, Post-Wildfire Testing, Bacteria Clearance Testing, and Legionella Testing. All testing uses California ELAP-, NVLAP-, and AIHA-LAP-accredited laboratories and is performed by certified technicians following AHERA, NESHAP, Cal/OSHA, EPA, and HUD regulatory requirements.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Asbestos Testing Comprehensive asbestos surveys and accredited laboratory testing to identify asbestos-containing materials in residential and commercial properties. Includes pre-demolition surveys, AHERA compliance testing for schools, and post-abatement clearance testing. Samples analyzed by NVLAP-accredited laboratories using EPA- and NIOSH-approved PLM and TEM methods.
• Mold Testing Laboratory-grade mold testing using air sampling, surface sampling, and bulk sampling methods to identify mold species and contamination levels. Samples analyzed by AIHA-LAP accredited laboratories under ISO/IEC 17025 standards for environmental microbiology. Includes post-remediation clearance testing.
• Lead Testing Certified lead testing using XRF (X-ray fluorescence) analyzers for non-destructive lead detection in residential and commercial properties. Analyzes paint, dust, soil, water, and building materials for lead hazards with same-day results available. NELAP-accredited laboratories used with measurement variability under 5%.
• Soil Testing Comprehensive soil testing for heavy metals, petroleum hydrocarbons, VOCs, PCBs, asbestos, and agricultural analysis including pH, nutrients, and microbial activity assessment to detect contaminants and evaluate soil quality for safety and compliance.
• Water Quality Testing Water testing for bacteria (including Legionella), heavy metals, lead, VOCs, PFAS, and chemical contaminants. Includes potable water, well water, municipal water, and commercial water system testing. Performed by ELAP-accredited laboratories operating under ISO/IEC 17025 standards.
• Smoke and Fire Residue Testing Comprehensive fire and smoke testing including soot, ash, char residue analysis, VOC analysis, heavy metal contamination testing, lithium battery contamination screening, and HVAC system evaluation for residential and commercial properties.
• Indoor Air Quality Testing Measures airborne contaminants including VOCs and particulate matter to assess whether indoor air quality meets health and safety standards. Includes IAQ testing for smoke, combustion byproducts, and wildfire-related contaminants.
• VOC Monitoring Volatile organic compound monitoring to detect and measure harmful chemical vapors in indoor air. Uses specialized sensors and laboratory analysis to identify chemical hazards from paints, cleaners, and building materials.
• Silica Dust Testing Air quality analysis for crystalline silica exposure during construction and industrial work. Documents airborne exposure levels to help employers evaluate dust controls and ensure workplace safety compliance.
• OSHA PEL Testing Workplace exposure monitoring for airborne hazards including dust, chemical fumes, VOCs, silica, and carbon monoxide. Compares levels to OSHA limits and provides recommendations for safety interventions.
• Moisture Mapping Advanced moisture mapping technology using moisture meters and thermal imaging to detect hidden water intrusion behind walls, floors, and ceilings. Guides remediation efforts and prevents mold growth.
• Radon Testing Radon gas testing using short-term or continuous detectors placed in living spaces for 48-72 hours. Provides measurements and recommendations aligned with EPA guidelines and Fannie Mae/Freddie Mac requirements.
• Post-Wildfire Testing Comprehensive wildfire testing package including CBP tape lifts, asbestos contamination checks, lead wipe testing, VOC monitoring, and potable water testing. Assesses smoke infiltration, ash deposition, and hazardous residue contamination.
• Bacteria Clearance Testing Bacteria testing for water damage and Category 3 projects. Identifies moisture content, bacteria growth, water category, and remediation protocol to verify complete cleanup for insurance claims.
• Legionella Testing Legionella bacteria testing for cooling towers, potable plumbing systems, decorative fountains, and complex water systems. Supports CDC guidance and ASHRAE Standard 188 water management programs.

Quantifiable outcome

• Same-day testing and results available in Southern California
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers6 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• EMSL Analytical, Inc. One of the largest North American environmental testing labs, offering asbestos, mold, lead, and IAQ testing through NVLAP/AIHA-LAP accredited labs. Directly comparable to Vert on test menu, customer base (property managers, contractors, insurance), and same-day California service capability.
• LA Testing (LA Testing Laboratories): California-based direct competitor offering asbestos, mold, lead, and indoor air quality testing with similar accreditations (NVLAP, AIHA-LAP, ELAP). Closest geographic and service-mix peer to Vert in the Southern California market.
• Clark Seif Clark (CSC): California-based environmental and occupational testing firm providing asbestos, mold, lead, and IAQ services with accredited lab partnerships. Direct peer given overlapping California customer segments and independent-third-party positioning.
• Forensic Analytical Consulting Services: California-headquartered environmental testing and consulting firm specializing in asbestos, lead, mold, and IAQ assessments for property owners, contractors, and attorneys. Highly comparable to Vert on services, customer mix, and California regional focus.

Broad incumbents

• Eurofins Environment Testing (Eurofins Scientific): Global environmental testing giant operating large accredited labs and serving many of the same verticals (real estate, insurance, industrial) as Vert. Comparable on underlying testing services, but operates at far greater scale and serves national/international accounts.
• Pace Analytical Services: Major U.S. environmental testing laboratory network with in-house accredited labs covering water, soil, air, and asbestos/mold/lead services. Comparable in test portfolio; broader geographic reach and corporate resources put it in incumbent rather than direct peer status relative to Vert.
• Eurofins Environment Testing US (Eurofins EPT): U.S. arm of Eurofins' environmental testing business, with multiple California-area locations offering asbestos, mold, lead, and water testing. Comparable service mix to Vert but with national lab infrastructure and broader commercial reach.
• ALS Global (ALS Environmental): International testing services group with significant U.S. environmental testing operations covering water, soil, air, and contaminants. Comparable in test scope and accredited-laboratory operations, but operates as a broad incumbent across multiple end markets.
• SGS North America: Global testing, inspection, and certification company with U.S. environmental testing capabilities. Overlaps with Vert in environmental and indoor air quality testing for property and construction clients, but as part of a much broader TIC portfolio.

Regional players

• Western Environmental Testing Laboratory (WET Lab): Regional environmental testing lab in the Western U.S. offering water, soil, and related analyses. Comparable in test menu and accredited lab status; less direct overlap on asbestos/mold/lead but adjacent on water and soil testing relevant to Vert's portfolio.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@vertenviro
• Facebookfacebook.com/vertenviro
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/vert-environmental
• Instagraminstagram.com/vertenviro
• Xx.com/vertlabs

Compliance12 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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