24 Restore
Based in Hamden, the restoration service handles water damage restoration and fire and smoke damage, and also serves New Haven. Emergency service is offered.
Also serves New Haven
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Water damage and mould remediation in Waterbury
Restoration firms for drying and mould removal.
7 pros in Waterbury
Waterbury has a long memory of water. In the August 1955 floods, which followed two back-to-back hurricanes, the Naugatuck River was among the most affected rivers, and Waterbury was among the towns that suffered much loss. That history is a reminder that water damage here can come from outside the house as well as from a burst pipe. Before you hire anyone for drying out or mould removal, sort out which kind of damage you have, because insurance treats them differently. Standard homeowners policies do not cover flood damage, and water from internal sources such as burst pipes is generally handled under homeowners insurance. For mould work on a home, ask whether the contractor holds a Connecticut Home Improvement Contractor registration, which applies only to residential properties, and ask to see certification from an approved program such as NORMI or IICRC. If the property is commercial, that registration does not cover the mould work, so ask what applies instead.
Aqua Pro Restoration
Open around the clock, every day, the company has operated since 2004 and offers emergency water extraction, structural drying and mould remediation. Financing is available.
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Drain Wizard Plumbing
Family-owned since 2018, the plumbing company removes water, dries structures and handles sewage clean-up, with emergency service and financing available.
Also serves New Haven
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Robinhood Adjusters
Working on water damage and fire and smoke damage claims, the independent insurance adjuster offers free consultations and serves Waterbury, Shelton, Cheshire and Bethany.
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ZERAH RESTORATION
Waterbury roofing contractor with water damage restoration among its jobs, alongside storm damage work and insurance claim support. Financing is available and free estimates are offered.
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Pro Restoration Solutions
Southington company providing mould remediation and water damage restoration around the clock, every day. Free estimates are given, and it serves Waterbury, Shelton, Cheshire and Watertown.
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4 Elements LLC
Wolcott-based roofing contractor that also handles water extraction, structural drying and mould remediation, plus rebuilding after damage. Emergency work is offered.
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What to know in Waterbury
In the August 1955 floods, which followed two back-to-back hurricanes, the Naugatuck River was among the most affected rivers. Waterbury was among the towns that suffered much loss.
Before you hire
Ask how fast they will start drying: Health Canada says a home dried within 48 hours is less likely to grow mould.
Health Canada suggests professional help for extensive mould, meaning a patch larger than 3 m².
Get written quotes from at least three contractors for the same work, and check references from recent clients.
Questions about hiring in Waterbury
Who is allowed to do mould remediation on a house in Waterbury?
Work on a home falls under a Connecticut Home Improvement Contractor registration, and certification from an approved program such as NORMI or IICRC is required. Ask to see both before work starts, and keep copies with your quote and contract. Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (source, opens in a new tab)
Does the registration cover mould removal in a shop or office?
No. The state says mould remediation under a Home Improvement Contractor registration applies only to residential properties, and commercial mould remediation is not covered by it. If you manage a commercial building, ask the contractor what authority and certification they hold for that work. Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (source, opens in a new tab)
Will my insurance pay if the Naugatuck River floods my basement?
Not under a standard policy. The Connecticut Insurance Department says standard homeowners, renters and business policies do not cover flood damage, and most flood policies have a 30-day waiting period before coverage begins. Check your policy before you sign a restoration contract. Connecticut Insurance Department (source, opens in a new tab)
What should a water damage quote include?
Ask for a written scope listing the rooms, the drying and removal steps, and any mould testing or clean-up. It should name who is responsible for permits, state the certification held, and say how changes to the work are handled. Compare quotes line by line, not just the total.