When a pipe bursts, a water heater fails, or a supply line lets go in the middle of the night, minutes matter. Water Damage Restoration New Orleans provides emergency water extraction in New Orleans with crews on call around the clock, ready to pull standing water before it spreads under cabinetry, through shotgun-house floorboards, or into a raised foundation crawl space.
What to Do While You Wait for Our Crew
- Shut off the water source at the main valve if it is safe to do so.
- Turn off electricity to the affected area if water is near outlets or panels.
- Move furniture, rugs, and valuables out of standing water when possible.
- Do not use a household vacuum on standing water - it is a shock and fire hazard.
Extraction Equipment We Use
Our trucks carry submersible pumps, truck-mounted extraction units, and portable extractors sized for tight New Orleans shotgun houses, camelback homes, and commercial spaces alike. After extraction, we set up drying equipment immediately to prevent the secondary damage - warped hardwood, swollen baseboards, and mold - that follows standing water in our humid climate.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is emergency extraction covered by insurance?
Sudden water events like a burst pipe are typically covered under standard homeowners insurance. See insurance claims assistance for help with the paperwork.
What happens after the water is gone?
Extraction is the first phase. We move straight into structural drying and dehumidification so hidden moisture does not turn into a bigger problem later.