Basement Flood Cleanup in Whitby

Need basement flood cleanup in Whitby after rain, groundwater, a failed sump pump or a burst water heater? Lakeridge Restoration cuts drywall above the water line and dries whatever the moisture readings say can be saved, so less of your finished basement gets torn out.

Can a finished basement be saved?

Often in part. It depends on the type of water and how long it sat.

• Clean water caught early: drywall can sometimes be dried in place.
• Wet insulation behind drywall usually comes out. It will not dry inside the wall.
• Carpet pad is usually replaced. Laminate that has swelled cannot be saved.
• When drywall has to go, only the part below the cut line is replaced.

How we clean up a flooded basement

1. Extract the standing water.
2. Remove what cannot be dried.
3. Sanitize the affected area.
4. Dry with air movers and dehumidifiers until readings are normal.
5. Rebuild: insulation, drywall, flooring, baseboards and paint.

How long until it is dry?

That depends on how much water there was and what it soaked into. We stop when the readings say the structure is dry.

Basement flood cleanup cost

Typical cost: $4 to $12 per square foot for cleaning and drying

The main factors are the area that got wet, the water source and how much finished material is replaced.

Basement flooding questions

The water came up a floor drain. Who else do I call?

The Region of Durham runs the sanitary sewers in Whitby and asks residents to report basement flooding to its Works Department: 311 or 905-668-7711. Its basement flooding page lists causes and prevention steps.

Is a sump pump failure covered by insurance?

Ask your insurer whether your policy includes sump pump or sewer backup coverage. Many Ontario policies only cover it as an add-on.

Can we stay in the house?

Usually, if the water was clean. Keep everyone out of the wet basement.