Water damage restoration in Dallas, TX
Dallas water damage calls come from hail-damaged roofs, pipes that burst in rare hard freezes, slab leaks and flash floods. Winter Storm Uri in February 2021 burst pipes across North Texas, many of them in attics and exterior walls that were never built for days below freezing. DFW also sits in one of the most hail-prone parts of the country, and spring storms regularly strip shingles and crack skylights.
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Local conditions
What causes water damage in Dallas
Older neighborhoods such as Lakewood, Oak Cliff and the M Streets have pier-and-beam houses with plumbing in a crawl space. Most homes built since the 1960s are slab-on-grade over the region's expansive Blackland Prairie clay, which swells when wet and shrinks in drought. That movement stresses foundations and the water and drain lines under them. Many homes also put water heaters and AC air handlers in the attic.
Hail and roof leaks
Spring hail cracks shingles and flashing. The leak often shows up weeks later, as a ceiling stain after the next heavy rain.
Freeze bursts
Pipes in attics and exterior walls split during hard freezes, and usually start leaking when they thaw. Know where your main shutoff is before winter.
Slab leaks
Clay movement can crack supply lines under the slab. Warm spots on the floor, a running meter or a sudden jump in the water bill are the usual clues.
Common calls
Most requested in Dallas
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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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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Water Extraction
Water extraction removes standing and soaked-in water with truck-mounted or portable pumps and extraction wands, so drying can start.
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Dallas at a glance
- County
- Dallas County, Texas
- ZIP codes covered
- 75201, 75202, 75203, 75204, 75205, 75206, 75207, 75208, 75209, 75210, 75211, 75212, 75214, 75215, 75216, 75217, 75218, 75219, 75220, 75221, 75222, 75223, 75224, 75225, 75226, 75227, 75228, 75229, 75230, 75231, 75232, 75233, 75234, 75235, 75236, 75237, 75238, 75240, 75241, 75242, 75243, 75244, 75246, 75247, 75248, 75249, 75250, 75251, 75252, 75253, 75254, 75260, 75261, 75262, 75263, 75264, 75266, 75267, 75270, 75277, 75283, 75284, 75285, 75287, 75301, 75303, 75312, 75313, 75315, 75320, 75336, 75339, 75342, 75354, 75355, 75356, 75357, 75358, 75359, 75360, 75367, 75370, 75371, 75372, 75373, 75374, 75376, 75378, 75379, 75380, 75382, 75389, 75390, 75392, 75393, 75394, 75395, 75397, 75398
- Main local risks
- Hail and roof leaks, Freeze bursts, Slab leaks
- Licensing
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FAQ
Dallas questions
How do I prevent frozen pipes in Dallas?
Insulate attic and exterior-wall pipes, cover outdoor hose bibs, open sink cabinets on exterior walls during freezes, let faucets drip and learn where the main shutoff is.
Do water damage repairs need a permit in Dallas?
Plumbing, electrical and structural work generally needs a permit from the City of Dallas or your suburb. Drying alone usually doesn't. Ask the contractor which permits your job needs.
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Water damage in Dallas?
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