Water damage restoration in Denver, CO
Denver water damage calls come from frozen pipes, hail-damaged roofs, basement seepage and sprinkler lines that weren't blown out before the first freeze. The Front Range swings from mild to below zero in a day, so pipes in exterior walls and crawl spaces freeze and thaw repeatedly. Denver also sits in hail alley, and the September 2013 floods showed that heavy rain here can overwhelm drainage too.
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- Denver County · 59 ZIP codes
Local conditions
What causes water damage in Denver
Brick bungalows and Denver Squares in older neighborhoods, mid-century ranches and newer suburbs almost all have basements, many of them finished. Expansive, bentonite-rich clay soils in parts of the metro swell when wet, which can crack foundation walls and open paths for water. Basement window wells fill with snowmelt and rain when their drains clog.
Frozen pipes
Rapid cold snaps freeze pipes in exterior walls, crawl spaces and garages. Leaks often start when temperatures rebound.
Hail
Hail cracks shingles, skylights and window seals, and the next heavy rain finds the damage.
Basement seepage and window wells
Snowmelt and storms push water through foundation cracks and clogged window wells into finished basements.
Common calls
Most requested in Denver
Burst Pipe Cleanup
When a pipe bursts, shut off the main water valve first, then get water extraction and drying started.
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Flooded Basement Cleanup
Flooded basement cleanup means pumping out the water, removing wet carpet, drywall and insulation that can't be saved, cleaning and disinfecting, and drying the space with dehumidifiers.
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Ceiling Leak Water Damage
A wet ceiling needs the leak stopped at its source (roof, plumbing, HVAC drain or a bathroom above), the ceiling cavity dried, and damaged drywall and insulation replaced.
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Structural Drying
Structural drying removes water that has soaked into drywall, framing, subfloor and cabinets using air movers, commercial dehumidifiers and daily moisture readings.
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Denver at a glance
- County
- Denver County, Colorado
- ZIP codes covered
- 80202, 80203, 80204, 80205, 80206, 80207, 80208, 80209, 80210, 80211, 80212, 80214, 80215, 80216, 80217, 80218, 80219, 80220, 80221, 80222, 80223, 80224, 80226, 80227, 80228, 80229, 80230, 80231, 80232, 80233, 80234, 80235, 80236, 80237, 80238, 80239, 80243, 80246, 80247, 80248, 80249, 80250, 80256, 80257, 80259, 80260, 80261, 80264, 80265, 80266, 80271, 80273, 80274, 80281, 80290, 80291, 80293, 80294, 80299
- Main local risks
- Frozen pipes, Hail, Basement seepage and window wells
- Licensing
- See the Colorado page for the licensing board to check
FAQ
Denver questions
How do I prevent frozen pipes in Denver?
Insulate exposed pipes, disconnect hoses and shut off exterior spigots, have irrigation lines blown out before the first hard freeze, and keep the heat on when you travel.
Does Denver license contractors?
Yes. Denver has local contractor licensing and permits through Community Planning and Development. Ask your contractor for their license number.
Guides
Also covered in Denver County
See the state page for nearby coverage.
Water damage in Denver?
Stop the source if you can, then call. We'll connect you with a local restoration company that serves your ZIP.
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