Water damage restoration in Marietta, GA

Marietta homes deal with heavy Georgia storms, humid summers and crawl spaces that collect moisture. The September 2009 floods hit Cobb County hard, and many older homes near Marietta Square have aging plumbing.

Sifixit is a free referral service. Call the number on this page and you will be connected with an independent water damage restoration provider that serves the Marietta area, where one is available for your ZIP code. Calling costs nothing and you are never obliged to hire anyone.

If you need emergency water damage restoration in Marietta, GA, or a water damage company in Marietta after a leak, a flood or a storm, this page explains the local risks, what to do first and how to get connected.

Why water damage happens in Marietta

Water damage restoration in Marietta, step by step

1. Stop the water: the source is shut off or repaired first.
2. Inspection: moisture meters and thermal cameras show how far water spread under floors and inside walls.
3. Water extraction: pumps and wet vacuums remove standing water.
4. Removing damaged materials: wet pad, swollen baseboards and soaked drywall are cut out where needed.
5. Drying: air movers and dehumidifiers run for usually three to five days, with daily moisture readings.
6. Cleaning and disinfecting: surfaces are cleaned, and treated with antimicrobial products if the water was dirty.
7. Repairs: drywall, flooring, paint and cabinets are replaced once everything is dry.

Many Marietta homes sit over crawl spaces or basements, so a good crew also checks under the house. Wet crawl space insulation and joists need drying too, or the humid Georgia summer will turn them into mold within days.

Clean, gray or black water: why the type matters in Marietta

Restoration companies use an industry standard (IICRC S500) to sort water damage by how dirty the water is, because that decides what can be dried and what has to be thrown away.

• Category 1, clean water: a burst supply line, a leaking water heater or an overflowing sink. Most materials can be dried if work starts quickly.
• Category 2, gray water: a washing machine or dishwasher overflow, or a toilet overflow with no waste. Carpet pad usually has to go.
• Category 3, black water: sewage, river or street flooding. Porous materials like carpet, pad and the lower drywall are removed and the area is disinfected.

Water from heavy storms that comes in through a basement wall or crawl space vent is treated as Category 3. Clean water also turns into gray and then black water if it sits for a day or two, which is one more reason to start drying fast. Our guide to water damage categories explains the classes as well.

What to do in the first hour

1. Shut off the main water valve if a pipe or appliance is leaking.
2. Turn off power to wet rooms if the panel is dry and safe to reach.
3. Move valuables and rugs out of the wet area.
4. Take photos and video of the damage and the source.
5. Open interior doors and run the AC or a dehumidifier to start pulling moisture out of the air.
6. Call your insurer, then a water damage restoration company.

Will insurance cover water damage in Marietta?

In Georgia, sudden water damage like a burst pipe is usually covered by homeowners insurance, while gradual leaks, groundwater seeping into a basement and outside flooding usually are not. Flooding needs a separate flood policy, and sewer backup coverage is often an add on worth checking.

Take photos before cleanup, keep damaged items until the adjuster sees them, and keep receipts for drying, repairs and hotel stays. Our water damage insurance claims page walks through the process.

Areas across Marietta

Sifixit connects callers across the city of Marietta, including areas such as Marietta Square, East Cobb, Whitlock and Powers Park, and nearby cities such as Kennesaw, Smyrna, Roswell, Acworth and Atlanta.

Sifixit does not have an office or staff in Marietta. Providers you speak to are independent local businesses, and availability depends on your ZIP code and the job.

Permits and local rules

Cleanup itself does not usually need a permit, but the repairs that follow often do. Inside the city of Marietta, larger drywall, electrical and plumbing repairs can require permits from the City of Marietta Development Services, or Cobb County outside city limits. Homes in other cities, such as Kennesaw, Smyrna or Roswell, follow the rules of that city or county.

Georgia does not license water damage restoration companies, so ask about IICRC certification, insurance and references.

Seasonal risks in Marietta

Never walk or drive through flood water. Moving water just six inches deep can knock a person down. Call 911 if you are in danger.

• Storm season: heavy rain, hail and roof leaks.
• Summer: air conditioning drain overflows.
• Winter: occasional hard freezes burst pipes.
• All year: plumbing and appliance leaks.

Be prepared

• Know where your main water shut off valve is
• Replace washing machine hoses every few years
• Keep gutters and downspouts clear
• Insulate pipes in exterior walls and attics
• Fix small leaks quickly before mold starts

Learn more before you call

Our main water damage restoration guide explains the warning signs, what affects the cost, what you can safely handle yourself and the questions to ask before you hire. It applies in Marietta just as it does everywhere else.

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Looking for water damage restoration Marietta? Call the number on this page to be connected with an independent local provider. For more background, see FEMA’s flood insurance pages.

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