Water Damage, Mold and Restoration Companies in the Columbia Area

What Makes Columbia Different

Columbia sits in the rolling hills of mid Missouri, with Hinkson Creek and its branches running through town and the Missouri River a short drive south. Heavy spring and summer storms can push the creeks out of their banks fast, and low streets and basements near them take water first. Floodwater from outside is always contaminated, and a standard homeowners policy does not cover it.

Much of the county sits on limestone, and sinkholes and springs are common. Water moves underground in ways that can surprise you, so a basement that stayed dry for years can start to seep after a very wet season. Most homes have basements, and a sump pump with a battery backup prevents a lot of damage.

Winters bring hard freezes and ice storms, and pipes in exterior walls and crawlspaces freeze and split. Summers are hot and humid, so wet materials can grow mold within 24 to 48 hours. Many older homes near downtown and the campuses were built before 1978, so test for lead paint and asbestos before any demolition.