Water Damage, Mold and Restoration Companies in the Columbia Area

What Makes Columbia Different

Columbia sits where the Broad and Saluda rivers meet to form the Congaree. The October 2015 flood sent creeks over their banks, broke dams on small lakes and flooded homes across the city, especially along Gills Creek. Floodwater from outside is always contaminated, and a standard homeowners policy does not cover it, so check your flood risk if you live near a creek or a pond.

Summers are long, hot and humid, so wet drywall and carpet can grow mold within 24 to 48 hours. Air conditioners run for months, and a clogged condensate line can soak a ceiling or a closet. Many homes sit over crawlspaces where damp air feeds mold on the floor joists, so a vapor barrier and good drainage help a lot.

Thunderstorms, and sometimes the remains of hurricanes, bring heavy rain and falling trees. After a tree hits the roof, cover the opening with a tarp as soon as it is safe and photograph everything. Many older homes near downtown and the university were built long before 1978, so test for lead paint and asbestos before any tear out.