Water in the basement right now?
Talk to a local water damage crew now
Call to reach an independent local water damage company that can help stop the water and start drying. No obligation to hire.
Do these now, while you call
- Stay out if water is near outlets, the panel or appliances. Turn off power to the basement only if you can reach the breaker without standing in water.
- If you smell gas or the furnace or water heater is under water, leave and call the gas company from outside.
- Stop the source if you can. Shut the main valve for a pipe or water heater leak. Stop using drains if water is coming up through a floor drain.
- Take photos and video, including how high the water rose on the walls. More on basement flooding.
What happens when you call
- Your call goes straight to an independent water damage company that serves your area.
- They ask what happened and when they can get there.
- You decide whether to hire them. There's no obligation.
Drying within 24 to 48 hours is what keeps mold from starting, so the sooner drying begins, the smaller the damage.
WaterClaims connects homeowners with independent local water damage companies and may be paid when you call. We are not an insurance company. Availability and response times depend on the company that serves your area.