Water damage restoration in Charleston, SC
Charleston floods more often than almost any city on the East Coast. High tides alone can flood low streets downtown, heavy rain on top of a high tide makes it worse, and hurricanes bring surge and wind. Humidity means mold follows any water left in place.
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- Charleston County · 15 ZIP codes
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Charleston, SC, stop the source if it's safe, then call (833) 462-1975. We connect you with an independent restoration company that serves your ZIP; 15 Charleston ZIP codes are covered. The most common local causes are tidal flooding, hurricanes and humidity and mold.
Local conditions
What causes water damage in Charleston
The peninsula has some of the oldest homes in the country, including single houses and other 18th- and 19th-century buildings, many with crawl spaces and old plumbing. West Ashley, Mount Pleasant and James Island have more mid-century and newer homes, many in flood zones.
Tidal flooding
King tides and high tides combined with rain flood low streets and can reach ground floors and crawl spaces.
Hurricanes
Storms bring surge, wind damage and heavy rain.
Humidity and mold
Wet materials grow mold quickly in Charleston's climate.
Common calls
Most requested in Charleston
Storm and Flood Damage
Storm and flood cleanup removes outside water that entered through the roof, windows, doors or foundation, discards porous materials it contaminated, and dries the structure.
About storm and flood damage
Mold Remediation
Mold remediation contains the affected area, removes moldy porous materials, cleans hard surfaces and fixes the moisture problem that caused it.
About mold remediation
Water Extraction
Water extraction removes standing and soaked-in water with truck-mounted or portable pumps and extraction wands, so drying can start.
About water extraction
Structural Drying
Structural drying removes water that has soaked into drywall, framing, subfloor and cabinets using air movers, commercial dehumidifiers and daily moisture readings.
About structural dryingAlso available: emergency water removal and every water and fire damage service.
Charleston at a glance
- County
- Charleston County, South Carolina
- ZIP codes covered
- 29401, 29402, 29403, 29406, 29407, 29409, 29412, 29413, 29414, 29417, 29422, 29424, 29425, 29457, 29492
- Main local risks
- Tidal flooding, Hurricanes, Humidity and mold
- Licensing
- See the South Carolina page for the licensing board to check
FAQ
Charleston questions
Who do I call for water damage in Charleston?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Charleston, SC, stop the source if it's safe, then call (833) 462-1975. We connect you with an independent restoration company that serves your ZIP; 15 Charleston ZIP codes are covered. The most common local causes are tidal flooding, hurricanes and humidity and mold.
Does homeowners insurance cover tidal flooding in Charleston?
No. Tidal and storm surge flooding needs flood insurance. Standard policies cover sudden water from inside the home, like a burst pipe.
Do historic Charleston homes need special repair approval?
Exterior work on homes in historic districts often needs approval from the Board of Architectural Review. Interior water damage repairs generally need standard permits.
What should I do after tidal or storm flooding reaches my Charleston home?
Wait until the water recedes and it's safe to enter, turn off power to flooded areas, and photograph everything for your flood insurer. Floodwater is contaminated, so wet drywall, insulation and carpet usually need to come out. Start drying quickly; in Charleston's humidity, mold can begin within a day or two.
Guides
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Also covered in Charleston County
Johns Island · Charleston Afb · North Charleston · Mount Pleasant · Hollywood · Isle Of Palms · Ravenel · Sullivans Island · Awendaw · Folly Beach · McClellanville · Adams Run · Wadmalaw Island
Water damage in Charleston?
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