Water Damage Restoration Near You, Nationwide

An independent local restoration company that covers your area. It explains its process and pricing, does the work and bills you or your insurer. Water Damage Help USA is a referral service and does not perform the work.

It depends on your location, the time of day, weather and how busy providers are. When you call, give your city, ZIP code and nearest cross streets, and say if water is still running so the right provider can be lined up quickly.

Shut off the water at the main valve if the source is a pipe or appliance. Turn off power to wet areas if you can do it safely. Take photos and video of everything. Lift small valuables off wet floors. Do not walk through standing water near outlets, and stay out of sewage.

Most standard policies cover sudden and accidental water damage, such as a burst pipe or a failed appliance hose. They usually exclude flood from outside water and damage from slow leaks over time. Flood coverage is a separate policy. Read your own policy and ask your insurer.

Mold can begin to grow on wet materials within 24 to 48 hours, according to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Quick drying is the best prevention.

Rules differ by state and city. Ask for the company's license number where one is required, ask for proof of liability insurance and confirm both with your state or local licensing office. Ask about IICRC training for water damage technicians.

Using this site to get connected does not cost you anything. The company that performs the work sets its own pricing and will explain it before work starts.

Yes. Providers handle homes, rentals, condos, apartment buildings and commercial properties. Mention the type of property when you call and whether a landlord, property manager or HOA is involved.