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Water damage? Get a local pro on the phone now.

Burst pipe, water heater leak, water through the ceiling, flooded basement or sewage backup. One call connects you with an independent water damage company that serves your area.

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10-second triage

Tap three answers. See how urgent it is, what to do now, and what to say when you call.

Step 1 of 3

Where is the water?

Step 2 of 3

What kind of water?

Step 3 of 3

When did it start?

Water removalPumps and extractors
DryingAir movers and dehumidifiers
Ceilings, walls, floorsCleanup and repairs
Sewage cleanupBackups and overflows

Water damage from

What happened?

Tap yours for what to do right now and when to call.

Water pouring out of a pipeUrgent

Burst pipe flooding the house

Frozen water pipe against a building wall in snowUrgent

Frozen pipe burst

Plumber fixing a water heaterUrgent

Water heater leaking on the floor

Room with a collapsed ceiling and debris on the floorUrgent

Water coming through the ceiling

Standing water covering a room floor, reflecting the windowUrgent

Basement flooded

Plumber in red gloves working on a toiletAct today

Toilet overflowed onto the floor

Repair technician examining a home appliance indoorsAct today

Washing machine leaked or flooded

Bright kitchen with white cabinets and wood floorsAct today

Dishwasher leaking under the floor

Technician working on an HVAC system indoorsAct today

AC leaking water inside

Standing on a soaked wooden floor indoorsAct today

Stain, soft spot or warped floor, but no leak in sight

Flooded entrance with a bucket and slippers in standing waterUrgent

Rain or storm water got inside

Close-up of a stainless steel sink drainUrgent

Sewage backing up into the house

Right now

Before anything else

Shut off the water first

Most homes have one main valve where the water line comes in: basement front wall, garage, near the water heater, a utility closet, or in a box by the street. Turn it clockwise until it stops.

Where to find your shutoff

Every hour counts

  1. First hour

    Water spreads across floors and soaks into carpet, pad and the bottom of drywall. Furniture legs can stain floors.

  2. 1 to 24 hours

    Drywall softens and swells, wood starts to absorb water and cup, and a musty smell can start.

  3. 24 to 48 hours

    This is the window the EPA points to: dry wet materials within 24 to 48 hours to help prevent mold growth.

  4. 2 days to a week

    Mold can spread, wood floors warp, doors swell, and more materials usually need to be removed.

  5. Over a week

    Damage reaches framing and subfloors, and health concerns from mold grow. Get it looked at now.

Full damage timeline

Services

What local water damage companies do

Flooded entrance with a bucket and slippers in standing water

Emergency water damage

Water pouring in, a flooded room or a ceiling coming down? Call and we'll connect you with a water damage company that serves your area.

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Standing water covering a room floor, reflecting the window

Water removal

Standing water out, fast. Water damage companies use pumps and truck-mounted or portable extractors to remove water from floors, carpet and basements.

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Worker in gloves and helmet installing drywall

Water damage restoration

From the first pump-out to putting rooms back together: drying, removing damaged materials, cleaning and repairs.

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Clean, dry basement with sealed walls and exposed joists

Drying and dehumidification

Floors and walls can feel dry while still holding water inside. Pros dry the structure with air movers and dehumidifiers and check readings until it's really dry.

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Close-up of a stainless steel sink drain

Sewage cleanup

Sewage is a health hazard. Pros remove it, take out contaminated materials, disinfect and dry the area safely.

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Not sure what you need?

Just call and describe it

Tell us where the water is and your ZIP code. We'll connect you with a local water damage company.

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Simple

How it works

  1. 1

    Stop the water

    Shut off the main valve or the fixture, and keep everyone away from wet outlets.

  2. 2

    Call (844) 990-0433

    Tell us where the water is, what kind, and your ZIP code. It takes about a minute.

  3. 3

    Talk to a local pro

    We connect you with an independent water damage company that serves your area. You decide how to go ahead.

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After the water: book the repairs

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Plumber working on a pipe inside a wall

Plumbers

Fix the burst pipe, leaking supply line or drain that caused it.

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Plumber fixing a water heater

Water heater repair

Repair or replace a leaking water heater.

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Worker applying drywall compound to a wall

Drywall repair

Patch and replace drywall after the area is dry.

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Questions

Questions homeowners ask

What should I do first when there's water damage?Stop the water at the main shutoff, make the area safe (power off to wet rooms if you can reach the panel…How do I shut off the water to my house?Find the main shutoff valve, usually where the water line enters the house: basement front wall, garage, near…How long does water damage take to dry?With air movers and dehumidifiers, drying often takes several days. It depends on how much water, what got…How soon can mold grow after water damage?Mold can begin to grow within 24 to 48 hours on wet materials, which is why the EPA advises drying…Who do I call for water damage?A water damage company handles water removal, drying and cleanup. A plumber fixes the pipe or appliance. Call…Can wet drywall be saved?Drywall wet with clean water and dried quickly can sometimes stay. Drywall that's soft, crumbling, sagging…

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FAQ

Common questions

What is MyLocalWaterDamagePros?

A water damage referral service. Call and we'll connect you with an independent water damage company that serves your area. We don't do the work ourselves.

Is there a charge to call?

No. MyLocalWaterDamagePros doesn't charge homeowners. You agree any work and terms directly with the company.

Can someone come today?

Often, yes. It depends on your area and how busy local companies are, so call as early as you can.

What does the triage tool do?

Three taps tell you how urgent it is, what to do in the next 10 minutes, what water is doing to your home right now, and exactly what to say when you call. Nothing you tap is sent anywhere.

Are the photos real?

Yes. They're real photographs from Pexels and Unsplash. They don't show a specific company or job.

Standing water covering a room floor, reflecting the window

Water where it shouldn't be?

Get a water damage pro on the phone.

One call connects you with an independent local water damage company for water removal, drying and cleanup.

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