You walk into a completely dry, clean space that smells fresh—not musty. Your floors are solid underfoot, your walls are pristine, and there’s no trace that water ever invaded your home.
That’s what proper flood damage cleanup looks like. No lingering moisture hiding in corners. No mold spores waiting to bloom next month. No structural damage that’ll cost you thousands down the road.
We extract every drop of water, dry everything thoroughly, and restore your property to exactly how it was before the flood hit. You get your life back without the headaches, health risks, or surprise repair bills that come with incomplete cleanup.
We’ve been serving Milwaukee-area families for years, and we understand what makes Harambee unique. While your neighborhood was fortunately spared from the worst of the August 2025 floods thanks to its higher elevation, we know that doesn’t make you immune to water damage from burst pipes, appliance failures, or the next big storm.
We’re a local, family-owned company that responds within the hour because we live here too. We’ve seen how quickly water damage can devastate a home, and we’ve helped hundreds of Milwaukee families get back on their feet.
When disaster strikes your Harambee home, you’re not getting some corporate call center—you’re getting neighbors who care about this community and have the expertise to make it right.
First, we assess the full scope of damage within an hour of your call. Our trained technicians identify every affected area, check for hidden moisture, and map out exactly what needs to happen to get your home back to normal.
Next comes water extraction using powerful pumps and vacuums that remove standing water fast. We then deploy industrial-grade fans and dehumidifiers to dry out walls, floors, and any materials that absorbed moisture—this prevents mold growth and structural damage.
Our team sanitizes and deodorizes all affected surfaces using professional-grade antimicrobial treatments. Finally, we handle repairs and restoration, replacing damaged drywall, flooring, or any other materials that couldn’t be saved.
Throughout the process, we document everything for your insurance claim and keep you informed every step of the way. You’ll know exactly what we’re doing and why, so there are no surprises.
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Our flood damage cleanup service includes emergency water extraction, structural drying, mold prevention, sanitization, odor removal, and complete restoration of damaged areas. We handle everything from initial assessment through final repairs.
For Harambee residents, this means you get one team that understands your neighborhood’s specific challenges. We know that many homes here are older Queen Anne-style houses and duplexes that require special care during restoration. We’re familiar with the building codes and permitting requirements specific to Milwaukee.
We also work directly with your insurance company, documenting the damage and restoration process to help ensure you get fair coverage. Many of our Harambee neighbors don’t have flood insurance, so we provide upfront pricing and flexible payment options to help make restoration affordable.
Our service includes 24/7 emergency response, because water damage doesn’t wait for business hours. Whether it’s a weekend, holiday, or the middle of the night, we’re ready to respond to your call and start protecting your property immediately.
We provide 24/7 emergency response and typically arrive at your Harambee property within 60-90 minutes of your call. Time is critical with water damage—mold can start growing within 24-48 hours, and structural damage worsens the longer water sits.
Our rapid response includes immediate water extraction to stop further damage, followed by moisture assessment to identify all affected areas. We understand that Harambee residents need fast, reliable service, especially since many homes in the neighborhood are older and more vulnerable to water damage complications.
Coverage depends on the source of the water damage and your specific policy. Sudden and accidental damage like burst pipes, appliance malfunctions, or roof leaks is typically covered by standard homeowner’s insurance. However, flood damage from external sources like heavy rain or river overflow usually requires separate flood insurance.
We work directly with your insurance company to document the damage, provide detailed estimates, and help ensure you receive fair coverage. Our team takes extensive photos, provides moisture readings, and creates comprehensive reports that insurance adjusters need to process your claim efficiently.
For Harambee residents without flood insurance, we offer transparent pricing and can work with you on payment plans to make restoration affordable.
Water damage typically refers to clean water from sources like burst pipes, leaking appliances, or roof leaks. Flood damage involves water that has been contaminated by contact with soil, sewage, or other pollutants—like water from heavy rains, river overflow, or sewer backups.
Flood damage requires more extensive sanitization and safety precautions because the water often contains harmful bacteria, chemicals, and debris. All affected materials must be treated as contaminated, and we use specialized antimicrobial treatments and protective equipment throughout the cleanup process.
Both types of damage can cause mold growth and structural problems if not handled properly, but flood damage poses additional health risks that require professional expertise to address safely.
Mold prevention starts with rapid water extraction and thorough drying within the first 24-48 hours. We use industrial-grade dehumidifiers, air movers, and moisture meters to ensure all affected materials are completely dry, including hidden areas like wall cavities and subfloors.
We also apply antimicrobial treatments to all affected surfaces to kill any existing mold spores and prevent new growth. Our team monitors moisture levels throughout the drying process using professional equipment to ensure we’ve eliminated all sources of moisture that could support mold growth.
In older Harambee homes, we pay special attention to areas where moisture can hide, like behind baseboards or in crawl spaces. If we discover existing mold during the cleanup process, we handle the remediation using proper containment and removal techniques to protect your family’s health.
First, ensure your safety—never enter standing water if there’s any possibility of electrical hazards. Turn off electricity to affected areas at the main breaker if you can do so safely. Document the damage with photos for insurance purposes, but don’t delay calling for professional help.
Remove any valuable items that can be safely moved to a dry area, but don’t attempt to remove soaked carpeting or furniture yourself—this can cause additional damage or injury. Avoid using regular household fans or heaters, as these can actually spread moisture and mold spores throughout your home.
Call us immediately for emergency response. The sooner professional extraction and drying begins, the less damage your Harambee home will suffer and the lower your restoration costs will be.
The timeline depends on the extent of damage, but most residential flood cleanup and restoration projects in Harambee take 3-7 days for the drying process, followed by 1-2 weeks for repairs and restoration. Extensive damage involving structural repairs or mold remediation may take longer.
We provide a detailed timeline after our initial assessment, so you’ll know what to expect. The drying phase typically takes 3-5 days with our industrial equipment running continuously. Once everything is completely dry, we begin repairs, which can include replacing drywall, flooring, insulation, or other damaged materials.
Throughout the process, we keep you informed of our progress and any changes to the timeline. Our goal is to get your home back to normal as quickly as possible while ensuring the work is done thoroughly to prevent future problems.
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