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Storm damage and flooded basement cleanup in Colorado
Hail, flash flooding and spring snowmelt all find their way into Colorado basements. We get the water out, treat it for what it is, and dry the house so it doesn't turn into mold.
- Answering 24/7
- Moisture readings logged daily
- Written scope before work starts
- Dated photos for your insurance claim
Open 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays
Serving, Colorado
Bennett Water Damage provides storm & flood recovery in 50 Colorado cities and towns, from Fort Collins to Pueblo. Cleanup after hail, flash flooding, or snowmelt gets into the basement through window wells and foundation cracks. We answer 24/7 at (619) 776-0635.
About flooded basement cleanup
Colorado storms come fast. A summer thunderstorm can drop an inch of rain in half an hour, hail can shred a roof in minutes, and a heavy spring snow can melt against your foundation for days. Any of them can put water in your house.
Water from outside isn't the same as water from a pipe. Floodwater and groundwater pick up soil, bacteria and whatever else is in the yard, and it's usually treated as contaminated. That changes what can be saved and how the cleanup is done.
We extract the water, remove what can't be cleaned, sanitize where needed and dry the structure. We'll also show you where the water got in, whether that's a window well, a crack, a downspout or roof damage, so you can deal with the source.
What the job includes
- Extraction of floodwater, groundwater or runoff
- Assessment of the water category and what that means for your belongings and materials
- Removal of contaminated carpet, pad, drywall and insulation where needed
- Cleaning and antimicrobial treatment of affected surfaces
- Structural drying with daily moisture readings
- Notes and photos showing where the water got in
- Documentation for your insurance or flood policy
Signs you need storm & flood recovery
Any one of these is worth a call. We'll tell you honestly if it needs a visit.
Water in a window well
A window well that fills during a storm will eventually push water through the window or the wall under it.
Water coming through the foundation
Water along the floor-wall joint or through a crack means the soil outside is saturated.
Ceiling stains after a hailstorm
Hail can damage shingles, vents and skylights without it being obvious from the ground. Stains show up with the next rain.
Sump pump running nonstop
A pump that can't keep up during snowmelt or a storm is a sign you're close to water on the floor.
Musty basement after spring melt
Moisture from snowmelt can come in slowly without ever puddling. A musty smell is often the first sign.
Mud or debris inside
If runoff carried mud into the house, especially below a burn scar, it's contaminated and needs a proper cleanup.
How the job runs
- 1
Make it safe
Stay out of standing water near electrical. If water is still coming in, we'll help you figure out how to slow it down.
- 2
Extract and assess
We pull out the water and figure out its category, which decides what can be kept.
- 3
Clean out
Contaminated materials come out, and affected surfaces get cleaned and treated.
- 4
Dry
Air movers and dehumidifiers go in, with readings every day.
- 5
Find the entry point
We show you where the water got in, with photos, so you can fix the source.
What affects the cost of storm & flood recovery
Every water damage job is priced after we see it. These are the things that move the number.
Category of water
Clean rainwater that came through a window is different from floodwater that crossed the yard, which usually means more removal.
How much came in
A wet corner is a different job than a basement with several inches across it.
Mud and debris
Runoff that carried soil or debris in means extra cleanup before any drying can start.
What has to be removed
Contaminated carpet, pad, drywall and insulation usually can't be saved.
Roof or opening damage
If water is still getting in through a damaged roof or window, it needs to be covered before drying works.
Insurance type
Flood policies and homeowners policies handle outside water differently, which can affect what's documented and how.
Why people call Bennett Water Damage
We show you the numbers
Moisture readings get taken and written down every day. You'll know the job is done because the numbers say so, not because we said so.
We'll tell you if you don't need us
Sometimes a small leak caught early just needs a fan and a day. If that's your situation, we'll say so, and you'll get it in writing like any other finding.
You know who's in your house
We tell you up front who'll be on site and who they work for. No surprise subcontractors.
Paperwork your adjuster can use
Dated photos, daily moisture logs, a list of what was removed and why. It makes the insurance side a lot less painful.
No pressure to sign
An assessment isn't a sales pitch. Want a second opinion or a day to talk to your insurance company? That's fine, and the price doesn't change.
We refer out what isn't ours
If the fix is really a plumber's or a roofer's job, we'll tell you that instead of stretching to cover it ourselves.
What customers have said
What struck me most was simply how much time was spent carefully looking before anyone even mentioned a figure of any kind. I have had other contractors quote me a price straight from the doorstep before seeing anything at all, and this visit was very clearly nothing like that experience whatsoever.
I was cautious about the cost from the very start of the call and said so upfront without being embarrassed about it. Nobody tried to push me toward the larger, more expensive option once I said that. They simply priced what I actually asked for and told me honestly what I would be trading off.
Came out, looked properly, and told me the problem was contained. I had been quoted for the full job two days earlier. Took an afternoon.
They noticed early on that I had two rather elderly cats in the house and were genuinely careful about doors and gates all day without me ever having to ask twice about it. A small consideration on their part, but it meant I did not spend the whole day anxiously checking on them myself.
The crew that started the job on the Monday morning was the exact same crew that finished it on the Thursday afternoon, with no substitutions at any point along the way. It sounds like a fairly low bar to clear, but the last contractor I used never once managed it across a similar job.
One specific detail stuck with me long afterward — they showed me, before any work even started, exactly which part of the whole job would likely need doing again in a few more years regardless of whatever we chose to do now, so absolutely nothing came as a surprise to me later on.
Storm & Flood Recovery by city
We provide storm & flood recovery in 50 Colorado cities and towns.
Other water damage services
Emergency Water Extraction
Standing water pumped and vacuumed out before it wicks up the drywall and into the framing.
Emergency Water Extraction →Structural Drying
Air movers and dehumidifiers on the framing, subfloor and wall cavities, with readings taken every day.
Structural Drying →Burst Pipe Cleanup
The mess a split pipe leaves behind after a Colorado cold snap, from the ceiling below to the basement floor.
Burst Pipe Cleanup →Storm & Flood Recovery
Cleanup after hail, flash flooding, or snowmelt gets into the basement through window wells and foundation cracks.
Storm & Flood Recovery →Sewage Backup Cleanup
Floor drain or toilet backups handled as Category 3 water: contained, removed and disinfected.
Sewage Backup Cleanup →Moisture Inspection
A written moisture map that shows what's wet, how wet it is, and what it's likely to damage next.
Moisture Inspection →Storm & Flood Recovery questions
Does homeowners insurance cover a flooded basement?
It depends on where the water came from. Water from outside, like surface flooding or groundwater, usually needs a separate flood policy. Water from a failed sump pump may need a specific endorsement. Check your policy and we'll document either way.
Is floodwater dangerous?
Water that came from outside should be treated as contaminated. Wear gloves and boots, keep kids and pets away, and don't try to save carpet or pad it soaked.
What about hail damage leaking into the house?
If hail damaged your roof, get a roofer or your insurer out to look, and have the openings covered. We handle the water that got inside: the attic, insulation, ceilings and anything below.
How do I keep water out next time?
Window well covers, downspout extensions that carry water at least five feet from the house, good grading, and a working sump pump with a battery backup solve most of what we see.
Not sure if it's bad enough to call?
Call anyway. Tell us what you're seeing and we'll tell you straight whether it needs a visit or whether it's something you can handle yourself tonight. We answer 24/7.