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Christian Brothers

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Family Owned & Operated Since 1980 “Changing Lives In And Around Our Community”

Christian Brothers is a family-owned, faith-guided restoration company proudly serving San Diego and the surrounding communities. We respond 24/7 to water, fire, smoke, and mold emergencies — restoring property, protecting possessions, and bringing peace of mind to families and businesses.

Our team is licensed, insured, and equipped with industry-leading tools and training. Whether it’s a home, an office, or an industrial site, we tailor our response to each property’s needs and work quickly to limit damage and restore normalcy. We deliver clear, easy-to-understand reports, transparent pricing, and respectful service at every step.

Simple promise: compassionate service, fast response, and lasting results.

Meet the minds behind the Christian Brothers

Mark Matthews- Founder 1980

Mark was born in San Diego May of 1958. He grew up in Spring Valley, CA and attended Mt Miguel High School. Mark and his wife Nancy still live in La Mesa and can be seen at many community events around the city. Mark is a huge support and past President of the La Mesa Rotary Club. If you don’t see Mark and Nancy in San Diego that’s because they are probably in Baja finding killer waves, helping support a local orphanage or reeling in fish from the beach. Mark has been a vital part of Christian Brothers over the last 30+ years and has laid down one of the strongest foundations a company could ever ask for!

Gabe Matthews- CEO

Gabe has been with Christian Brothers ever since birth, but decided to make this a career in 2001. Gabe’s love for Emergencies has led Christian Brothers to what it is today, when he started it had 4 employees and now it is at 38 and growing. The business is now predominantly an Emergency Building Services company. Gabe is married to Janelle and has 4 children that attend school in the east county area. His love for family is shown as when you see is social media account he is either in Mexico surfing with kids or at the desert or track riding motorcycles and racing. He is heavily involved with the community has a strong love and support for his community church and the East County Boys and Girls Club.

Micah Larrabee – General Manager

Micah began his restoration career in 2009 and decided to join the Christian Brothers team in 2014. His expertise in the repair aspect of the emergency building services has led him to grow into the Vice President of Operations. Micah focuses his time on providing top-quality results for our clients and developing long-lasting unique relationships with industry leaders. Micah and his wife, Aimee, have two beautiful daughters who are 6 and 8 years old. They enjoy spending time outdoors on their fishing boat as well as anything they can do as a family. Micah is drawn to anything action-related including planes, cars, boats, bikes, etc. Along with being a hard-working family man, Micah is always one to lend a helping hand to his community.

WHAT WE GUARANTEE

When you choose Christian Brothers, you get more than restoration — you get service done right. If you’re not satisfied, we’ll make it right.

01

Professionalism

Our technicians arrive on time, in uniform, and treat your home with the respect it deserves. Clear communication at every step keeps you informed.

02

Property Protection

We protect your home and belongings using shoe covers, drop cloths, protective barriers, and proven containment procedures.

03

Satisfaction & Follow-Through

We stand behind our work. From initial inspection to final walkthrough, we ensure the job is complete and you’re satisfied.

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Five Reasons to choose Christian Brothers

We’re not just about restoration — we’re about delivering reliable solutions that restore your home and peace of mind. With certified technicians, fast response times, and dedicated service, Christian Brothers has been San Diego’s trusted restoration partner for years.

REPUTATION

We don’t just fix damage — we provide clarity and confidence that your property is safe and sound for you and your family.

EXPERIENCE

We keep you informed every step of the way, translating complex restoration processes into simple, actionable updates.

EDUCATION

With 24/7 emergency response and swift action, we minimize downtime and get your property back to normal quickly.

GUARANTEE

If you are not completely satisfied with the service experience you receive from our company, we will rush back to your location at no charge or obligation to make things right.

SYSTEMS

We use only the highest quality, most advanced, state-of-the-art equipment on the market today. Our systems allow us to dry out your home with as little demolition as possible. Our staff will show up in a professionally lettered vehicle, in uniform, and ready to serve you in the most courteous manner. We refuse to use cheap products that can damage your home or the environment.

Our Emergency Response Crew

Our crew carries certificates and are trained in fire, water, sewage, mold and bio hazard cleaning; structural drying; advanced structural drying; pack-out, and processing and cleaning of contents. Between the crew we have about 80 years of experience you can count on.

CERTIFICATIONS:

  • IICRC (Institute of Inspection, Cleaning & Restoration Certification) # 440
  • Odor Control
  • Journeyman Textile Cleaner
  • Journeyman Water Restorer
  • Carpet Repair and Reinstallations
  • Carpet Cleaning; Certification No. 61739
  • Area Rugs; Certification No. 61739
  • Upholstery and Fabric Cleaning; Certification No. 61739
  • Textile Cleaning
  • Water Damage Restoration; Certification No. 61739
  • Fire and Smoke Restoration; Certification No. 61739
  • Applied Microbial Remediation; Certification No. 61739
  • Trauma Scene Cleanup
  • Pack Out/Inventory
  • Applied Thermography; Certification No. 226
  • Applied Structural Drying
  • GoldMorr Master Technician Cert.
  • General Building Contractor No. 968382
  • Natural Stone & Hard Surface Cleaning
  • National Center for Healthy Housing/Lead Cert; Certification No. R-I-18351-10-03447
 

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