about us
Healthy habitats and a clean earth are accomplished one project at a time. If you have a project, we can help you with, rest assured you will experience the same professionalism and respect that we show in all facets of our operation.
Environmental Leadership Rooted in 1994
Why We’re Called VenTERRA Environmental
Although our principal location is in Ventura County, California, the name VenTERRA reflects much more than geography. Derived from Latin roots meaning respect and earth, it represents our commitment to environmental responsibility and the seriousness with which we approach our work. The name embodies our dedication to honoring the land, protecting communities, and upholding the highest standards within our profession.
Honor the Land
We approach every project with respect for the environment, prioritizing responsible remediation, recycling, and stewardship.
Protect Communities
Our work is designed to safeguard people, neighborhoods, and job sites through strict safety and compliance standards.
Uphold the Highest Standards
We meet or exceed regulatory requirements, delivering precise, professional results you can trust.
Jim Mier of VenTERRA Environmental Inc.
In 1994, Southern California was shaken by the Northridge earthquake. Buildings cracked, ceilings collapsed, and homes that once felt safe suddenly weren’t. Amid the chaos, there was an urgent need for asbestos and lead remediation — and that’s where Jim Mier stepped in. He didn’t start with funding or a business plan. He started with determination, a small team, and a belief that helping people mattered.
Those early days were raw, hands-on, and sometimes improvised. Jim even sent his nephews into damaged neighborhoods with flyers and business cards — something we laugh about now and wouldn’t necessarily repeat. But that hustle wasn’t just about finding work — it was about showing up for people when they needed help most.
As the years went on, Jim continued working throughout residential, commercial, public, federal, and industrial sectors. Project by project, client by client, he built relationships grounded in trust, not transactions. He ran other companies, learned what worked, and saw what didn’t. And even though he gained experience and respect in the industry, there was still something missing — something that wasn’t fully his.
That changed in 2014.
With the support of a couple of highly respected demolition and recycling partners — and decades of knowledge behind him — Jim finally took the leap and created VenTERRA Environmental Inc.
VenTERRA wasn’t founded just to be another remediation company. It was built to be different — rooted in values that too often get overlooked:
Do the job right.
Be honest, even when it’s difficult.
Treat every property like someone’s home — because it is.
And care — really care — about the outcome.
Today, VenTERRA has grown far beyond those first earthquake-response projects. We’ve handled everything from small homes to complex industrial sites — but our philosophy hasn’t changed.
To us, this work isn’t just technical. It’s personal.
Every job represents someone’s safety, someone’s investment, someone’s peace of mind.
And after more than 31 years in the field, Jim still believes one thing above all:
Where there’s asbestos, there should also be integrity.
That’s the foundation VenTERRA was built on — and it’s the standard we live by every single day.
proper licensing, certified technicians
Verified Licenses & Professional Certifications
At VenTERRA, compliance and safety are never optional—they are the foundation of our work. Our company licenses and employee certifications reflect decades of training, oversight, and adherence to strict state and federal regulations. Explore our licenses and certifications for full transparency.