Wake County
Raleigh water damage cleanup and restoration
Raleigh is far from the coast, but tropical storms still bring flooding rain, as Hurricane Fran showed in 1996 and other storms have since. Heavy summer thunderstorms flood creeks like Crabtree Creek and low streets, and fast growth has added a lot of pavement. Winter ice storms and cold snaps freeze pipes in crawl spaces.
First hour in Raleigh
- 1Shut off the water at the main or the fixture.
- 2Turn off power to wet rooms if you can reach the panel safely.
- 3Photograph the damage, especially anything tied to creek flooding.
- 4Call us so extraction and drying can start the same day.
Fast callback on emergency requests · 37 Raleigh ZIP codes covered
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Raleigh, NC, stop the source if it's safe, then call (833) 462-1975. We connect you with an independent restoration company that serves your ZIP; 37 Raleigh ZIP codes are covered. The most common local causes are creek flooding, crawl space moisture and ice storms.
Why it happens here
The 3 most common water problems in Raleigh
- 1
Creek flooding
Heavy rain sends Crabtree Creek and other creeks over their banks, flooding nearby streets, parking lots and homes.
- 2
Crawl space moisture
Humid summers and poor drainage keep crawl spaces damp, encouraging mold and wood rot.
- 3
Ice storms
Freezing rain brings down trees and power, and cold snaps freeze pipes in crawl spaces and exterior walls.
Raleigh homes and plumbing
Older neighborhoods near downtown, like Oakwood and Five Points, have early 1900s homes on crawl spaces, while much of the city and its suburbs is newer construction on slabs and crawl spaces built since the 1990s.
Common calls
Most requested in Raleigh
Also available: emergency water removal and every water and fire damage service.
FAQ
Raleigh questions
Who do I call for water damage in Raleigh?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Raleigh, NC, stop the source if it's safe, then call (833) 462-1975. We connect you with an independent restoration company that serves your ZIP; 37 Raleigh ZIP codes are covered. The most common local causes are creek flooding, crawl space moisture and ice storms.
Should I encapsulate my Raleigh crawl space?
Encapsulation with a sealed vapor barrier and dehumidifier can control crawl space moisture in humid climates. It's not always necessary; fixing drainage and gutters is the first step.
Do hurricanes cause water damage in Raleigh?
Yes. Tropical storms often bring days of heavy rain inland, causing flooding and roof leaks even without coastal surge.
Raleigh at a glance
- County
- Wake County, North Carolina
- ZIP codes covered
- 27601, 27602, 27603, 27604, 27605, 27606, 27607, 27608, 27609, 27610, 27612, 27613, 27614, 27615, 27616, 27617, 27619, 27620, 27622, 27624, 27626, 27627, 27628, 27634, 27636, 27640, 27650, 27656, 27658, 27661, 27668, 27675, 27676, 27690, 27695, 27697, 27698
- Main local risks
- Creek flooding, Crawl space moisture, Ice storms
- Licensing
- See the North Carolina page for the licensing board to check
Guides
Water damage help near Raleigh
- Water damage restoration in Garner, NC10 mi
- Water damage restoration in Cary, NC11 mi
- Water damage restoration in Wake Forest, NC12 mi
- Water damage restoration in Apex, NC15 mi
- Water damage restoration in Holly Springs, NC17 mi
- Water damage restoration in Durham, NC18 mi
- Water damage restoration in Fuquay Varina, NC18 mi
- Water damage restoration in Chapel Hill, NC23 mi
- Water damage restoration in Wilson, NC40 mi
- Water damage restoration in Rocky Mount, NC48 mi
Also covered in Wake County
Cary · Apex · Wake Forest · Holly Springs · Fuquay Varina · Garner · Morrisville · Knightdale · Wendell · Rolesville · Zebulon
Water damage in Raleigh?
Stop the source if you can, then call. We'll connect you with a local restoration company that serves your ZIP.
Fast callback on emergency requests