Residential & Commercial Water Damage Repair

Finding the right contractor for water damage repair starts with the type of property and extent of water damage that property has sustained. At HoustonWaterDamageRepair.com we have a network of water damage repair specialists capable of small and large projects alike.

So regardless of whether your garage has flooded or the entire second floor of your hotel, we have the Houston water damage repair company ready to help.

The first step in the water damage restoration process is to fully inspect the property and the extent of damage. Most homeowners and businesses will likely shop around for contractors, just make sure they identify:

1. Are there any health and safety concerns (mold / contamination)?
2. What items can be salvaged? What items cannot?
3. How long will it take?
4. How much will it cost?
5. How to save money and cut costs?
6. Are there any insurance claim requirements?

There are many Houston water damage repair companies that can assist, or completely handle, filing insurance claims and dealing with your insurance company on your behalf. This process will likely take place throughout the water damage restoration process described below.

Saving Money on Houston Water Damage Repair

Choosing a company that can handle all or the vast majority of your project is a good way to cut costs. Full-service water damage restoration companies will often come in cheaper than having many companies handling different phases of the project. They are often much faster. And it will be much easier to deal with one company vs. many.

It may not save much, but completing some of the damage cleanup yourself - removing furniture and other damaged items - may help cut costs.

However, before doing so it is highly recommended to have your water damage inspection completed by a professional first. One, and most importantly, to make sure it is safe to do so - you do not want to be exposed to contaminated water, mold, or mildew. Two, to make sure it will help cut costs - don't waste your time. And three, to help determine what can be salvaged - don't throw something away that can be saved!

Painting and flooring services are also areas where you can save money. Choosing a less expensive carpet or wood, choosing vinyl over tile, or only using one color of paint are all ways that you can control the cost of your Houston water damage restoration.

Your Houston water damage repair project will consist of a number of phases - generally in the following order, though some may occur simultaneously.

Water Extraction in Houston, TX

In extreme cases - severe weather, prolonged plumbing leaks - where your property has experienced major flooding, your Houston water damage repair service may need to perform water extraction and water removal services before proceeding with demolition and cleanup. They will use pumps, vacuums, and other specialized equipement to prep your property for the rest of your project.

Some property items, especially those that are salvagable and in the way of the water extraction process may be moved within or removed from the property at this time.

Demolition & Cleanup in Houston, TX

After your inspection is complete (or water extraction depending on your situation), the next step is to remove the items from the property that are beyond repair, including any demolition work to remove those items. Carpets, wood, insulation, debris, furniture, and other property will be thrown out. Items that can be dried, repaired, and restored will be prepped for the next phase.

Structural Drying in Houston, TX

Structural drying, including dehumidification is necessary to dry-out your property - including furniture, walls, ceilings, floors, etc. - and prepare them for mold remediation, repair, and restoration.

Mold Remediation in Houston, TX

Mold remediation may be one of the most important aspects of Houston water damage repair. It is paramount to the health and safety of your family and employees. Mold remediation entails finding all of the mold, removing it, and making sure it doesn't come back.

• Mold inspection
• Mold testing
• Mold removal
• Mold remediation
• Cleaning and sanitizing
• Mold and mildew prevention

Repair & Restoration in Houston, TX

Once the structures and property items exposed to water have been dried out and any mold removed, the next phase of your Houston water damage restoration project is the construction phase. Rebuilding, repairing, and installing:

• Walls and Floors
• Plumbing, HVAC, and Electrical
• Roofing
• Interior and Exterior Finish Work

Houston Flooring Services

At this point the majority of the water damage repair is complete and your contractor will being working on the cosmetics of the project - floors and paint.

Damaged carpets will be replaced, wood floors repaired or replaced, concrete patched.

• Carpet
• Wood
• Concrete
• Tile
• Vinyl
• Ceramic
• Marble and more

Houston Painting Services

Water damaged walls will likely need to be repainted - inside and out. If drywall was not repaired during the repair and restoration phase, it will be completed prior to painting.