Mold Testers, LLC
Mould testing comes first here, with lab results in one to two days and free visual inspections for removal estimates. Work is done on weekday business hours.
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Water damage and mould remediation in Youngstown
Restoration firms for drying and mould removal.
8 pros in Youngstown
Water damage in Youngstown has a long local history. On March 26, 1913, the Mahoning River crested at 26.5 feet, seven feet above the record set in 1904, and the city's water plants were flooded, cutting off clean water to residents for days. In January 1959 the river crested again at 18.6 feet. The area also sees 67.8 inches of snowfall in a normal year, with January averaging 19.6 inches, so winter melt and thaw add to the risk of wet basements. When you hire for drying out, restoration or mould removal, ask what the crew will do about the source of the water, not only the damage. If the water came from a sewer backup or standing water in the basement, the city's Waste Water Department takes reports of these problems, and it is worth filing one before work starts. Ask for a written quote that lists drying, moisture checks, removal of wet materials and any mould work, and keep photos of the damage for your records.
Sources: National Weather Service Cleveland (source, opens in a new tab), mrcc.purdue.edu (source, opens in a new tab), WFMJ (source, opens in a new tab)
AK Water Works & HVAC
Family-owned since 2020, this plumbing firm handles water extraction and structural drying, and it is open around the clock, every day. Its towns include Youngstown, Boardman and Canfield.
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Disaster Recovery Services, LTD
Since 1986, the firm has offered water damage restoration, mould remediation, structural drying and rebuilding after damage, with emergency response around the clock. Hubbard and Poland are also served.
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Steam Action Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning
Beyond rug and upholstery cleaning, the firm also handles water extraction, water damage restoration, mould remediation and fire and smoke damage.
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Xpert Restoration
Fast removal of standing water is its focus, with mould remediation, sewage clean-up and rebuilding also offered. Its towns include Cleveland, Brunswick and Akron, and financing is available.
Also serves Cleveland
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DISS Restoration
Founded in 2021, the firm covers asbestos work, sewage clean-up, water extraction and mould remediation, with emergency response around the clock in Farrell and surrounding areas.
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Cleanup Services
Based in North Lima, the restoration company handles water extraction, structural drying, mould remediation and asbestos work, around the clock, every day.
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National Fire & Water Repair
Operating as a local company rather than a franchise, the firm handles sewage clean-up, water extraction and mould remediation, and has more than 100 years in business.
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What to know in Youngstown
In the 1913 flood the city of Youngstown's water plants were flooded, which cut off clean water to residents for days. Electric power and water services were also out.
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 Youngstown
Who should I call first if my Youngstown basement floods from a sewer backup?
Report it to the city's Waste Water Department, which takes reports of basement flooding, sewer backup and standing water. You can use the city's online form or contact the department directly. A report on record can help you separate a city sewer problem from a problem inside your own plumbing. City of Youngstown (source, opens in a new tab)
Why does flood history matter when I hire for water damage here?
The Mahoning River crested at 26.5 feet in March 1913 and reached 18.6 feet in January 1959, so flooding here is a documented local risk. Ask a contractor how they assess moisture in basements and lower floors, and whether they work on past-flood problem areas of a building. WFMJ (source, opens in a new tab)
What should a water damage or mould quote include?
Ask for a written quote that lists the scope: water extraction, drying equipment and how long it will run, moisture readings, removal of wet materials, mould cleanup and any rebuilding. It should state what is not included and how extra findings will be handled. Compare quotes line by line, not just by total.
How can I compare quotes from different restoration companies?
Ask each company for the same details: licence and insurance papers, a written scope, the drying and testing methods, a timeline and warranty terms. Check that each quote covers the same rooms and materials. A quote that is vague about the source of the water or the mould work deserves a follow-up question.