Water Damage, Mold and Restoration Companies in the Great Falls, Montana Area

What Makes Great Falls, Montana Different

Great Falls sits where the Sun River meets the Missouri River, on open plains east of the Rocky Mountains. Chinook winds can swing the temperature sharply in a few hours, so roofs, pipes and ground freeze and thaw over and over. A frozen pipe often leaks only when it thaws, so check crawlspaces, garages and exterior walls after any cold snap.

Spring snowmelt from the mountains and heavy rain can raise the Sun and Missouri rivers, and homes on low ground near them should check their flood risk, because a standard homeowners policy does not cover flooding. Summer storms bring hail and strong wind that crack shingles and siding, and a damaged roof can leak for months before a stain appears.

Most homes have basements, and a sump pump with a battery backup prevents a lot of damage in a wet spring. Wet drywall and carpet pad can grow mold within 24 to 48 hours. Wildfire smoke can drift in during summer, so close windows and run a HEPA air cleaner. Many older homes near downtown were built before 1978, so test for lead paint and asbestos before any demolition.