Water damage? Get the water stopped, and the claim done right.
Water in the house right now? Talk to a local water damage company. Already dried out? Get straight answers on your insurance claim.
Water in your home right now?
Call to reach a local water damage company that can stop the water and start drying. No obligation to hire. Homeowners only.
Dried out and dealing with the claim?
Plain-English guides on what's covered, what the adjuster looks for, and how to get the claim paid right.
Call when water is in the house now. There's no obligation to hire anyone.
Your call goes straight to an independent water damage company that serves your area.
You agree on the work with them directly, from stopping the water to drying the house and documenting the damage.
WaterClaims connects you with independent local companies and may be paid when you call. We are not an insurance company.
What happened?
Pick your situation for what to do now and whether insurance usually covers it.
The first 24 hours matter most
What you do today shapes both the damage and the claim.
Stop the water
Shut off the main valve or the appliance supply. If water is near outlets, turn off the power to that area.
Photograph everything
Every room, every wet item, before anything is moved or thrown out. It's the backbone of your claim.
Start drying fast
Mold can start within 24 to 48 hours. Professional drying protects the house and shows the insurance company you acted.
Common claim questions
Answers written for homeowners, not insurance people.
Is my water damage covered?
Answer 5 quick questions and see how your policy usually treats it.
Check coverage →What will it cost?
Six quick questions for a rough cost range to dry out and repair the damage.
Estimate the cost