Water Damage & Flood Restoration
Provide emergency water extraction and flood damage restoration
Overview
Water damage restoration companies generate $500,000-$3,000,000 annually with 40-60% margins.
In 2025, water damage from floods, pipes, and storms creates constant demand.
Services include emergency water extraction ($300-$2,000), structural drying and dehumidification ($500-$3,000), mold prevention and remediation ($1,000-$8,000), content pack-out and storage ($2,000-$10,000), reconstruction and repairs ($5,000-$50,000), and insurance claim documentation.
Successful restoration companies provide 24/7 emergency response, use industrial equipment, work with insurance companies, prevent secondary damage, and restore properties quickly.
Insurance typically covers costs.
Marketing through plumbers, insurance adjusters, property managers, and emergency response advertising.
Required Skills
- Water Damage Restoration
- Equipment Operation
- Mold Remediation
- Insurance Claims
- Project Management
- Emergency Response
Pros and Cons
Pros
- Constant water damage emergencies
- Insurance covers most services
- High-value restoration projects
- 24/7 emergency work commands premium
- Growing extreme weather events
Cons
- Expensive equipment investment
- 24/7 emergency availability required
- Complex insurance processes
- Seasonal weather patterns
- Physical demanding work
How to Get Started
- Get IICRC water damage certifications
- Invest in extraction and drying equipment
- Set up 24/7 emergency response
- Build insurance adjuster relationships
- Market emergency restoration services
- Provide rapid response to water damage
- Document and work with insurance claims
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