Pro LLC
Open around the clock, every day, the firm removes mould and dries out flooded basements in Syracuse and East Syracuse, and it provides free estimates.
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Water damage and mould remediation in Syracuse
Restoration firms for drying and mould removal.
7 pros in Syracuse
Water damage in Syracuse often starts below ground. Onondaga County says basement backups can come from sewer line blockages, heavy-rainfall inflow overwhelming the sewer system, or tree roots in sewer pipes, and that sump pumps, roof drains and gutters tied into the sanitary sewer can add to capacity problems. The city also has a record to remember: Blizzard '93 dropped 43 inches of snow in two days, the most in one event on record for Syracuse. When you hire for drying out or mould removal, start with the source of the water, because a backup from the sewer is a different job from a roof or pipe leak. Ask what the contractor will do about the cause, not only the cleanup. For mould work, New York Labor Law Article 32 makes it unlawful to work or advertise as a mould assessor, remediation contractor or abatement worker without a valid mould licence for that type of work. Ask to see the licence before you sign, and ask for the scope in writing.
Upstate Property Restorations LLC
Available at all hours, every day, the firm handles water extraction, drying and rebuilding after fire and smoke damage, with ice dam and storm damage work in Syracuse, Liverpool, Cicero and Clay.
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Fire & Water Restoration, LLC
Family-owned, the firm does water extraction and structural drying, with fire and smoke damage and sewage clean-up among its jobs.
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Property inc.
Located in Syracuse, the company covers sewage clean-up, structural drying and rebuilding after fire, water or storm damage, with mould remediation among its jobs.
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Syracuse Environmental & Construction Group
Since 1994, the business has handled mould remediation and asbestos work across Liverpool, East Syracuse, Baldwinsville and Syracuse, and financing is available.
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Total Restoration Services
Emergency service is offered, and the firm covers sewage clean-up, rebuilding and asbestos work in Syracuse, plus burst pipe and flooded basement repairs.
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TPM General Contractors, Inc.
Based in Liverpool, the firm does water damage and fire and smoke repairs, mould remediation, and offers temporary housing and dumpster rental.
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What to know in Syracuse
Blizzard '93, on March 13-14, 1993, dropped 43 inches of snow on Syracuse in two days, the most in one event on record for the city.
National Grid reported that over 121,000 Central New York customers lost service after heavy rains and high winds, including an EF-1 tornado with winds up to 105 mph in Clark Mills. Crews had restored nearly 115,000 of them (95%) by 3:30 p.m. on the day of the release, and fallen trees and debris created access issues.
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 Syracuse
Does a mould contractor in Syracuse need a licence?
Yes. Under NY Labor Law Article 32, it is unlawful to work as, advertise as or hold yourself out as a mould assessor, remediation contractor or abatement worker without a valid mould licence from the Commissioner for that type of work. Ask to see the licence and check that it covers the work you need. New York State Department of Labor (source, opens in a new tab)
What can cause a basement backup in Onondaga County?
The county lists sewer line blockages, heavy-rainfall inflow overwhelming the sewer system, and tree roots in sewer pipes. Sump pumps, roof drains and gutters connected to the sanitary sewer can also cause capacity issues. Tell your contractor what you suspect so the cause is addressed too. Onondaga County (source, opens in a new tab)
What should a water damage quote include?
A written quote should describe the areas covered, the drying and removal steps, the equipment, how moisture will be checked, and what is not included. Ask whether mould testing or removal is part of the job and who will do it. Get the same details from each contractor so you can compare.
How do I compare quotes for water damage work?
Compare like with like: the scope, materials to be removed or replaced, timeline, and any warranty. A quote that skips the source of the water or leaves out drying checks is incomplete. Ask each contractor to explain differences, and keep everything in writing before work starts.