Restoration · Twin Cities & Anoka County

Water Damage Restoration in Minneapolis, MN

Water keeps doing damage after the leak stops. We extract the water, dry the structure, remove what can't be saved, document the damage for your claim and rebuild the affected rooms for homeowners and property managers across Minneapolis, the Twin Cities and Anoka County.

Report damage Call (763) 439-6173

Water damage restoration for burst pipes, roof leaks and flooded basements

When water gets into a house, the damage keeps going after the leak is stopped. Water wicks up drywall, soaks into insulation, subfloor and framing, and spreads under flooring into rooms that looked dry at first. Our job is to get the water out, dry the structure, remove what can't be saved and put the rooms back together so you can use them again. We do this for homeowners, landlords and property managers in Minneapolis, St. Paul, the surrounding Twin Cities suburbs and Anoka County.

Water extraction and standing-water removal
Structural drying and dehumidification
Frozen and burst pipe damage
Water heater, appliance and plumbing leak damage
Ice dam and roof-leak damage
Ceiling water damage repair
Flooded basement cleanup
Framing and subfloor repairs
Drywall, ceiling and flooring replacement
Cabinet and trim replacement
Kitchen, bathroom and basement reconstruction
Damage inspection, photo documentation and repair estimates

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Water extraction and drying.

Water extraction after burst pipes, plumbing leaks, appliance leaks and basement flooding
Structural drying with air movers and dehumidifiers
Moisture monitoring with meters until framing and subfloor read dry
Removal of soaked drywall, insulation, carpet pad and flooring that won't dry in place

Common sources.

Burst and frozen pipes in exterior walls, crawlspaces and unheated spaces
Leaking supply lines, water heaters, dishwashers and washing machines
Roof leaks and ice dams that soak ceilings and wall cavities
Flooded basements from snowmelt, heavy rain or a failed sump pump

Ceiling and wall water damage. Stained or sagging ceilings, bubbling paint and soft drywall usually mean the insulation and framing behind them are wet too. We open the wet area, dry it out and replace the drywall, then texture and paint to match the rest of the room.

Flooded basement cleanup. Finished basements take the worst of it because carpet, pad, drywall and insulation all hold water. We clear out the wet materials, dry the concrete and framing, and rebuild the space once it reads dry.

Rebuilding.

Framing and subfloor repairs
Drywall, ceiling and flooring replacement
Cabinet and trim replacement
Kitchen, bathroom and basement reconstruction

If it just happened. Call us. Shut off the water at the main valve if a pipe or fixture is leaking. Keep away from water near outlets or the electrical panel. Photograph and video everything before anything gets moved or thrown out, then call your insurance company to open a claim.

How water damage restoration runs, from first call to rebuild

1

Inspection and photo documentation

We walk the property, find where the water came from and where it went, take moisture readings in walls, ceilings and floors, and photograph the damage room by room. Those photos and readings become the record for your claim.
2

Water extraction and removal

We extract standing water and pull out wet materials that can't be dried, such as soaked carpet pad, insulation and the lower section of wet drywall. The source of the leak has to be fixed before drying starts, so damaged plumbing or roofing goes to the right trade first.
3

Structural drying

We set up air movers and dehumidifiers and keep checking moisture levels in the framing, subfloor and drywall until the structure reads dry. Drying time depends on how much water got in and what it soaked into.
4

Written repair scope and estimate

You get a line-by-line scope of what needs to be repaired or replaced, with an estimate, to submit with your claim. We answer your adjuster's questions about the damage and the repair method. We don't negotiate claims or act as a public adjuster; we document the damage and do the repair work.
5

Rebuild

Once the scope is approved and the structure is dry, we put the rooms back together: framing and subfloor repairs, insulation, drywall, flooring, cabinets, trim and paint. Damaged wiring and plumbing go to licensed trades before the walls close up.
6

Final walkthrough

We walk every room with you, check the finished work against the scope, and take care of anything on the punch list.

Good to know

Water damage restoration in Minnesota: what to plan for

Frozen and burst pipes

Pipes in exterior walls, crawlspaces and unheated garages are the usual failure points during a cold snap. A split pipe can run for hours before anyone notices, especially in a vacant property or a rental between tenants. If you're leaving for more than a few days in winter, keep the heat on and consider shutting off the water at the main.

Spring melt and basement water

Snowmelt and spring rain push water against foundation walls and through floor cracks. A sump pump that fails during a heavy rain can flood a finished basement in an hour. Check the pump and the discharge line before spring.

Ice dams and ceiling leaks

Ice at the roof edge backs meltwater up under the shingles and into ceilings and exterior walls. The ceiling stain is usually the smallest part of it. Insulation and wall cavities below are often wet too, and the roof or attic insulation needs attention so it doesn't happen again next winter.

Drying before closing up

Wet drywall, carpet pad and wood that stay wet for more than a day or two start to cause bigger problems. Getting the water out and the drying started early matters more than anything else on a water loss, and walls shouldn't be closed until the meters say the framing is dry.

Permits and inspections

Structural repairs and larger rebuilds usually need a permit and inspections from your city. Plumbing and electrical repairs go through licensed trades with their own permits.

Water damage restoration questions from Twin Cities homeowners

What should I do right after a pipe bursts?

Shut off the water at the main valve first. Turn off power to wet areas only if you can reach the panel without standing in water. Take photos and video before you move anything, call your insurance company to report it, then call us so water extraction and drying can start.

Do you work with my insurance company?

We provide a damage inspection, photo documentation, a written repair scope and an estimate, and we answer your adjuster's questions about the damage and the repair method. We don't negotiate claims or act as a public adjuster; we document the damage and do the repair work. Coverage decisions stay between you and your insurer.

How do you know the house is dry enough to rebuild?

We take moisture readings in the framing, subfloor and drywall at the start and keep checking as the drying equipment runs. Walls and floors don't get closed up until the materials read dry. Covering wet framing traps the moisture inside the wall.

Can wet drywall and carpet be dried in place, or do they have to come out?

It depends on how long they were wet and what kind of water it was. Clean water caught early can sometimes be dried in place. Drywall that has wicked water up, soaked insulation, carpet pad and anything touched by sewage or groundwater usually comes out. The scope lists what stays and what goes.

Do you fix the ceiling after a roof leak or ice dam?

Yes. We open the ceiling where it's wet, check the insulation and framing above, dry the area and replace the drywall, then texture and paint to match. The roof itself has to be repaired first, or the ceiling will get wet again.

Can I stay in my home during water damage repairs?

With a small water loss in one room, many people stay home. With drying equipment running in several rooms, or when the kitchen or only bathroom is torn out, families often stay somewhere else for part of the job. Ask your insurer whether your policy includes temporary living expenses.

Water Damage Restoration across the Twin Cities

Based in East Bethel, working across the north metro and the Twin Cities. Not sure we cover your town? Call or send the form and we'll tell you.

Anoka County: East Bethel · Blaine · Coon Rapids · Anoka · Andover · Ham Lake · Ramsey · Fridley
Hennepin County: Minneapolis · Brooklyn Park · Maple Grove · Plymouth
Ramsey County: St. Paul
Sherburne County: Elk River

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Report damage Call (763) 439-6173

Water Damage Restoration in Minneapolis, MN

Water damage restoration for burst pipes, roof leaks and flooded basements

How water damage restoration runs, from first call to rebuild

Inspection and photo documentation

Water extraction and removal

Structural drying

Written repair scope and estimate

Rebuild

Final walkthrough