Water Damage Restoration
The full job, start to finish: removing water, drying the structure, cleaning up and putting damaged rooms back together.
Houston Water Damage Restoration, From the First Call to the Final Repair
Burst pipe, flooded floor, storm leak or sewage backup: Bob Water Damage Restoration helps Houston-area homeowners get water out, get the house dry, and get damaged rooms put back together.
Serving Houston, Pasadena, Pearland, Sugar Land, League City and nearby communities.
Water damage gets worse by the hour
Water doesn't stay where it lands. It wicks up drywall, slides under baseboards and soaks into flooring and framing. These situations are worth a call right away:
Call Now: [TRACKED_PHONE]- Burst or leaking pipes
- Flooding and rising water
- Storm water through roofs or windows
- Sewage or drain backups
- Appliance and water heater leaks
- Standing water in any room
Water damage restoration services
Every water damage job is a little different. Start with the situation that matches yours.
Emergency Water Removal
When water is standing on the floor right now. What to do in the first hour, and how removal gets started.
Water Extraction
Pulling standing and soaked-in water out of carpet, pad and hard floors so drying can actually work.
Flood Damage Restoration
Cleanup after rising water or heavy rain gets inside: floodwater removal, removing damaged materials, drying and rebuilding.
Storm & Hurricane Damage
Water that comes in through the roof, windows, walls or doors during tropical storms, hurricanes and severe thunderstorms.
Sewage Cleanup
Backed-up toilets, drains and sewer lines. Contaminated water needs protective handling, removal and sanitizing.
Burst Pipe Cleanup
Split supply lines, failed fittings and freeze-damaged pipes. How to shut the water off and limit the damage.
Structural Drying
Removing the moisture you can't see from walls, framing, subfloor and cabinets, confirmed with readings.
Water Damage Repair
Putting rooms back together after drying: drywall, ceilings, insulation, flooring, trim and cabinets.
Mold Remediation
Addressing mold growth that follows leaks and floods, starting with the moisture problem that caused it.
Basement Water Damage
Water in basements, sunken dens and other below-grade spaces, where it collects fast and dries slowly.
Crawl Space Water Removal
Standing water and moisture under pier-and-beam homes. Hard to see, easy to ignore, and worth dealing with.
What happened in your home?
Pick the one that sounds like your situation. Each goes to a page written for that exact problem.
- My pipe burst.Shut off the main, then start here: Burst Pipe Cleanup
- Water is standing on the floor.What to do in the first hour: Emergency Water Removal
- My home flooded.Floodwater cleanup and what gets removed: Flood Damage Restoration
- Storm water came in through the roof.Roof, window and attic leaks after storms: Storm & Hurricane Damage
- My toilet or drain backed up.Why sewage needs different handling: Sewage Cleanup
- My washing machine leaked.Getting water out of floors and carpet: Water Extraction
- My water heater leaked.Garage, closet and attic tank failures: Emergency Water Removal
- I think there's a hidden leak.Finding and drying moisture you can't see: Structural Drying
- I smell something musty.Mold, and the moisture behind it: Mold Remediation
What water does after the leak stops
Water damage restoration matters because the visible water is only part of the problem. Once the source is stopped, water keeps spreading into materials, and those materials stay wet far longer than the surface suggests.
Standing water spreads under walls into neighboring rooms and soaks carpet pad, subfloor and cabinet bases. Drywall wicks water upward, sometimes a foot or more above the waterline. Wood framing and trim absorb moisture and can swell or warp. Concrete slabs, which most Houston-area homes sit on, hold moisture that can ruin new flooring laid on top too soon.
Left wet, those materials can lead to secondary damage: stains, odors, delaminating cabinets, cupped floors, and conditions where mold may grow. Houston's humidity makes natural drying slow. That's why proper structural drying measures moisture instead of guessing.
How water damage restoration works
Most jobs follow the same order. Details change with the size of the loss and the type of water.
Call
Tell us what happened, where the water came from and which rooms are wet.
Assess
Check safety, find the source and measure how far moisture has traveled.
Remove water
Remove standing water and extract what's soaked into floors.
Dry
Air movers and dehumidifiers run until readings confirm materials are dry.
Repair
Rebuild drywall, flooring and trim that couldn't be saved.
Need help with water damage?
Call now and describe what you're dealing with.
Serving Houston and surrounding communities
From the Ship Channel to Sugar Land and the Bay Area, each community page covers the water problems local homes tend to see.
East Houston & Ship Channel
Communities along the Houston Ship Channel, Galveston Bay and the San Jacinto River.
South & Southwest
Fast-growing suburbs in Brazoria, Fort Bend and Galveston counties.
Clear Lake & Bay Area
Communities near Clear Lake and Galveston Bay, closest to the coast.
Why homeowners call a professional
A mop and a box fan can handle a small, clean spill. These are the situations where they usually can't.
Moisture you can't see
Water inside walls, under cabinets and beneath flooring needs moisture meters to find. Surface-dry isn't the same as dry.
Contaminated water
Sewage and floodwater call for protective handling and removal of porous materials, not a spray bottle.
Drying in humid weather
Houston air slows evaporation. Controlled drying equipment moves the process along and readings show when it's done.
Documentation
Photos and moisture readings recorded along the way can help if you file an insurance claim.
The right order of work
Repairs done before materials are dry can fail. Removing water, drying and verifying come first.
Safety
Sagging ceilings, wet electrical areas and slippery floors are real hazards. It's reasonable to let someone else handle them.
Homeowner guides
Plain-language guides for the moments right after water damage, on the Bob Water Damage Restoration blog.
What to Do After a Burst Pipe
Shutoffs, first steps and how to protect pipes before the next freeze.
What to Do After a Toilet Overflows
When an overflow is a quick cleanup and when it needs professional handling.
What to Do After a Washing Machine Floods
Laundry-room leaks, hoses and the water you can't see under the floor.
What to Do After Storm Water Enters Your Home
What to photograph, what to move and the first 48 hours after a storm.
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Water Damage?
How policies generally treat different causes. Your policy language decides.
How to Prevent Water Damage in Your Home
Maintenance habits that head off the most common household leaks.
Water damage questions homeowners ask
More answers on our FAQ page.
What should I do first when I find water damage?
Stop the water at the source or the main shutoff if you can do it safely, stay away from water near anything electrical, move belongings off wet floors, and take photos. Then call for help. Our emergency water removal page covers the first hour in more detail.
What's the difference between water removal and water damage restoration?
Water removal gets standing water out. Water damage restoration is the whole process: removal, drying, cleaning and repairs.
Why does drying take several days?
Water soaks into drywall, framing, subfloor and slabs, and it has to be drawn out and removed from the air. Houston's humidity slows natural drying. Structural drying uses equipment and moisture readings to confirm when materials are dry.
Will I get mold after water damage?
Not necessarily. Mold needs moisture and time, and the risk depends on the materials, conditions and how quickly drying starts. Prompt drying is the best way to reduce it. If mold is already growing, see mold remediation.
Does homeowners insurance cover water damage?
It depends on your policy, the cause and any exclusions. Sudden events like a burst supply line are often treated differently from gradual leaks, and flood from rising water usually requires separate flood insurance. Ask your insurer about your situation.
Which areas do you serve?
We focus on Houston and nearby communities including Pasadena, Pearland, Sugar Land, League City, Missouri City, Friendswood, Baytown, Deer Park, Webster and Channelview. See all service areas.
Have a question that isn't answered here? Call and ask.
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Stop the source if it's safe, stay away from anything electrical, and call. We'll walk you through what happens next.
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