Water Damage Restoration in Ottawa

There is an old saying "Water is a good servant but a bad master."

If your Ottawa home, building, office or commercial place has water damage, flooding or wet basement it needs immediate attention. Call Specialized Onsite Services right away! With decades of years of experience, and thousands of satisfied clients, SOS team is available 24 hours, every day of the year to quickly respond to your water damage restoration and flood restoration needs.

We are certified and qualified Ontario company meeting the requirements of the Ministry of the Environment, Conservation and Parks and the TSSA to carry out water damage restoration cleanup, water damage repair, flood cleanup, basement flooding, black mould removal jobs in Ottawa. Water damage can result in disruption of your home or business and we understand that.

We will work with you closely to effectively remediate the water damage and flooding in Ottawa.

Basement flooding usually happens in spring and summer months in Ottawa, Ontario, when we have the melting snow and/or heavy rains or downpours which cause flash flooding. This puts a lot of strain on the drainage systems and can cause basements to quickly fill with water and sometimes sewage. This is a serious threat to your home and needs professional help.

Other times it's a burst water pipe or issues with machine washer, etc. 

No matter what caused yoru basement to get flooded, SOS team offers quick emergency response to your basement flood in Ottawa.

Most of the time SOS receives calls for water damage restoration cleanup in residential and commercial buildings in Ottawa, due to the following water damage causes:

• burst pipe
• pipe freezing
• roof leaking
• failed sump pump
• leaks in plumbing
• sewage backup
• clogged toilet
• pipe damage
• bathroom and kitchen sink damage
• drain pipe clogging
• faulty household appliances eg. dishwasher, washer
• inclement weather and severe storms in Ottawa

• 24 hour quick flood response to your flooding emergency or water damage in Ottawa
• Our certified and trained technicians are able to repair water damage from any location in Ottawa
• Specialized Onsite Services provides Residential and Commercial Water Damage Restoration Services across Ottawa, Ontario
• We are recognized by the Professional Engineers of Ontario as a qualified company meeting the requirements of the Ministry of the Environment and the TSSA
• High quality work and competent in handling complex situations
• Equipped with the latest flood restoration tools eg. thermal imaging cameras, moisture meters, air movers and portable water pumps
• Fair and competitive prices
• Professional, experienced, fully insured and certified.

1. Locate the source of the water, and asses the extent of damage
2. Contain and immediately stop the water leak and any further damage
3. Remove all water, and dry off the wet areas using state of the art equipment
4. Cleanup any damage, debris, and contamination
5. Repair any damages caused by flooding or water

What immediate steps should I take in case of water damage
Immediate action is crucial. Call SOS to take control of the situation. Delay can lead to:

1. Mould growth and bacterial contamination leading to poor air quality
2. Electrical damage
3. Structural damage of the walls, floor and ceilings

Who pays for water damage and restoration
Normally, home insurance policies cover water damage from sudden and accidental events, like burst pipes or roof leaks. Policy terms may vary, so review your coverage. SOS can assist with providing estimates for your insurance claim related to water damage.

How long does the water damage restoration process take
The duration depends on factors like the amount of water, its spread, and what it soaked.
Generally, it can take from a few days to a couple of weeks to thoroughly dry out water.