If your basement floods, every minute counts. Here’s when and how to start flood cleanup to avoid mold and costly repairs. Advice from Total Home Water Restoration.

How soon should I start cleaning up after my basement floods?

Basement Flood Cleanup FAQs
September 06, 2025•1 min read

FAQ: Basement Flood Cleanup

Q: How soon should I start cleaning up after my basement floods?

A:
As soon as it’s safe to go down there.

If the water has stopped rising and there’s no risk of electrical shock, don’t wait. Water sitting for even one day can start to soak deep into flooring, drywall, framing, and insulation.

And mold? It can start growing in just 24 to 48 hours. Basements are especially vulnerable because of the trapped humidity and poor airflow. Once mold spreads, you're no longer just dealing with water damage—you’re facing a full remediation job.

At Total Home Water Restoration, here’s how we tackle it:

  • We start with fast water extraction

  • Then we use professional drying equipment and dehumidifiers

  • Finally, we inspect walls, floors, and structural materials to determine what can be saved and what needs to go

Why Quick Action Matters

Waiting even a day or two can turn a straightforward cleanup into a full gut job. Mold, rot, warped materials—it all adds up to more time, more damage, and higher costs.

So if you’re in Grove City, Columbus, or nearby, don’t risk it. Call in a pro right away.

📍 Total Home Water Restoration
4141 Hoover Rd, Grove City, OH 43123
📞 380-246-1837

From disaster to done right. We fix it like it’s our own home.

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