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Water Damage Restoration in Seattle

Burst pipe, failed supply line or water in the basement? Our Tukwila crew extracts, dries and rebuilds, 24/7.

  • 24/7
    Water Emergencies
  • On Site Within
    45 Minutes
  • IICRC Certified
    Drying Techs
  • Direct Insurance
    Billing

Water damage help in Seattle, Tukwila, Renton, Burien, Bellevue and across King County

Water Damage Restoration, Seattle

Pull the water out. Dry it all the way. Rebuild with the same team.

In Seattle, a lot of water damage happens below the main floor. Finished basements, crawl spaces and daylight levels take the water when a supply line breaks upstairs or a winter storm finds a way in. Our damp climate means wet framing does not dry on its own, so a small leak can turn into mold in a few days.

Our crew extracts the water, maps the moisture with meters and thermal imaging and dries the structure to the IICRC S500 standard for that water category and class, with daily readings. Then the same licensed team rebuilds, and we work directly with your adjuster from the first visit.

  • 45-minute response
  • Extraction and drying
  • Insurance claim support
  • Repairs and rebuild

Water still spreading? Call first.

A phone call gets a crew moving faster than a form. We answer 24/7.

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property owners.

Serving every community across Seattle.

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Why Seattle calls us for water damage

  • Crews on call 24/7, typically on site within 45 minutes
  • IICRC certified water damage and applied structural drying technicians
  • Thermal imaging and moisture mapping to find water behind walls and under floors
  • Daily moisture readings logged until every material hits its dry standard
  • Photos, readings and scope sent straight to your adjuster, with direct billing
  • Drying and rebuild under one licensed contractor, WA Lic. GREENPR751CJ

Local team Local care

Dispatched from our Tukwila office.

  • "I had a water emergency that was extremely stressful to deal with. These guys saved me big time. They were there in an hour, had 6 people solving the problem… far exceeded my expectations."
    Tim M., Yelp
  • "Julia was so helpful when scheduling our emergency restoration. David showed up on time and handled the water mitigation professionally. Highly recommend this Seattle team."
    Alicia D., Google
  • "We had a leak that caused flooding in my mom's basement… Julia was so thorough in explaining the process and what to expect throughout."
    Nichole M., Google

Seattle water losses

Why water damage behaves differently in Seattle homes.

Older housing, basements and a long wet season all change how we approach a water job here.

  • Older plumbing

    Early 1900s homes in Ballard, Capitol Hill, Beacon Hill and the Central District can still have galvanized supply lines and cast iron drains that corrode from the inside and fail without warning.

  • Basements and daylight levels

    Many Seattle homes have a finished basement. Water from upstairs ends up there, soaking carpet, drywall and the bottom plate of every wall.

  • Cold snaps

    Hard freezes like the ones in December 2022 and January 2024 split pipes in crawl spaces, exterior walls and garages that are not used to freezing temperatures.

Water damage services in Seattle

Water damage services for homes and businesses from Ballard and Capitol Hill to Burien, Renton, Kent and the Eastside.

Local. Fast. Trusted.

How we handle water damage in Seattle.

The first few hours decide how much of your home can be saved. Here's what happens after you call.

  1. 01

    Call Us

    We're here 24/7

    Tell us where the water is coming from. We'll tell you how to stop it safely while the crew rolls.

  2. 02

    Dispatch & Inspection

    On the way fast

    A local technician is typically on site within 45 minutes to shut off the source and check for electrical hazards.

  3. 03

    Moisture Mapping

    Find all of it

    Moisture meters and thermal imaging trace how far the water traveled, including behind walls and under floors.

  4. 04

    Extraction & Drying

    Stop the damage

    Truck-mounted extraction, air movers and dehumidifiers, with daily readings until the structure is dry.

  5. 05

    Repairs & Rebuild

    Your recovery roadmap

    Drywall, flooring and cabinets replaced by the same licensed team, with one point of contact.

Local experts. Real results.

Drying Seattle homes and businesses from our Tukwila office.

Local team

We know local homes and plumbing.

Fast response

Typically on site within 45 minutes.

Trusted experts

IICRC certified. WA Lic. GREENPR751CJ.
24/7 emergencies(206) 707-9656We’re here when nature strikes.
Stacked dehumidifiers and air scrubbers ready for a job

Our process & equipment

Water mitigation backed by the right equipment

Fans from a hardware store move air around. Commercial drying equipment pulls water out of wood, drywall and concrete on a schedule we can measure. We match the equipment to the size of the loss and check the readings every day until the job is dry.

  • Commercial-grade equipment
  • IICRC trained technicians
  • Healthier, safer results

Water extraction & drying

Truck-mounted extractors, high-velocity air movers and low-grain refrigerant dehumidifiers take out standing water and the moisture soaked into materials.

Air filtration & purification

HEPA air scrubbers and negative air machines capture airborne particles and keep contamination from spreading, especially on Category 2 and 3 losses.

Moisture detection & monitoring

Pin and pinless moisture meters, thermo-hygrometers and thermal cameras show where water is hiding and prove when the structure is dry.

Restoring today. Protecting tomorrow.It’s in our nature to do it right.
Faster recoveryLess disruption and downtime
Thorough & safeProtects your property and health
Sustainable approachSave what can be saved, not tear out

Local risks

Common water damage we handle in Seattle

These are the water damage calls we take most across Greater Seattle.

Water pooled across a floor after a plumbing leak

Burst and frozen pipes

Supply lines that split in cold snaps or corrode through in older homes.

Drying equipment in a room after an appliance leak

Toilet and appliance lines

Toilet supply lines, washers and dishwashers that fail overnight or while you are away.

Air movers drying a crawl space under the plumbing

Crawl space leaks

Leaking pipes under the house that soak insulation and subfloor out of sight.

Storm damage to a home with a fallen tree

Roof and window leaks

Rain getting in around roofs, skylights and single-pane windows during long winter storms.

Local reviews

Trusted by our community.

What Seattle customers say about working with our team.

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"We suffered catastrophic water damage when the fresh water line to a toilet broke during the night. Our main floor and finished basement suffered extensive water damage… Green Planet (David) handled everything from securing materials to hiring subcontractors to complete our rebuild… We are very happy with the result."
Don L. Seattle area
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"David met with me and my insurance adjuster to go over what needed to happen for water damage mitigation and repairs. Other places I considered only did water damage mitigation or repair… My space turned out even better than I expected!"
Kristin A. Google
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"David and team helped us recover from a major leak in our home that destroyed all three of our bathrooms and our laundry room… he arrived quickly and calmly, setting up machines to dry and begin the remediation."
Beth B. Google
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"They handled the water mitigation, drying, and asbestos abatement safely and kept us updated every step of the way."
Chen B. Seattle

Real reviews from customers of Green Planet Restoration of Seattle. Read more reviews

Water damage FAQs

We’re here to make it easy.

How fast can you get to my Seattle-area home?

Our crews are on call 24/7 and typically arrive within 45 minutes in Seattle, Tukwila, Renton and Burien. Eastside and north Seattle calls can take a little longer depending on traffic and the bridges.

Water came through to our finished basement. Can it be saved?

Often parts of it can. We extract the water, check moisture behind the drywall and under the flooring, and remove only what is wet past saving. Carpet pad and the bottom of the drywall usually come out.

Do older Seattle homes need asbestos testing before demo?

Often, yes. Older plaster, ceiling texture and flooring can contain asbestos, and Puget Sound Clean Air Agency rules generally call for an asbestos survey before renovation or demolition. We arrange testing before cutting into suspect materials.

What should I do before your crew arrives?

If it's safe, shut off the water main and cut power to wet rooms at the breaker. Move electronics, rugs and valuables off wet floors and take photos. Don't use a household vacuum on standing water.

How long does it take to dry out a house?

Most homes take three to five days of drying once the water is extracted. We take moisture readings every day and only pull equipment when materials reach their dry standard, not when they feel dry.

Will my homeowners insurance cover water damage?

Sudden and accidental water, like a burst pipe or failed supply line, is usually covered. Long-term leaks and outside flooding often aren't. Coverage depends on your policy, so we document everything and walk you through it with your adjuster before work starts.

Water still coming in? We’re here when nature strikes.

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From our Greater Seattle crew

Real jobs from our Tukwila team

Photos from jobs our Greater Seattle crew has handled, from opened walls to drying setups. See more from the team on our branches page.

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Service areas

Proudly serving Greater Seattle & King County

Water damage help across Greater Seattle, dispatched from our Tukwila office.

  • Seattle
  • Tukwila
  • Bellevue
  • Renton
  • Burien
  • SeaTac
  • Des Moines
  • Normandy Park
  • Kent
  • Federal Way
  • Mercer Island
  • Kirkland
  • Redmond
  • Shoreline
  • White Center
  • Auburn

ZIP codes we serve

  • 98101
  • 98102
  • 98103
  • 98104
  • 98105
  • 98106
  • 98107
  • 98108
  • 98109
  • 98112
  • 98115
  • 98116
  • 98117
  • 98118
  • 98119
  • 98121
  • 98122
  • 98125
  • 98126
  • 98133
  • 98136
  • 98144
  • 98146
  • 98148
  • 98155
  • 98166
  • 98168
  • 98178
  • 98188
  • 98198
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