Water Fire Mold Storm
Property Damage Restoration in Cleveland, OH
A1 Restoration of Cleveland offers property restoration services for homes and businesses: water and flood cleanup, fire and smoke damage repair, mold remediation, and storm repairs.
Free inspectionAvailable 24/7(216) 232-5252We can be at your door within 40 minutes.
24/7, day or nightIICRC certifiedFree inspections and estimates
IICRC Certified Firm
“My kitchen sink flooded last week. Nick and his team got it all cleaned and taken care of. They did a very good job too.”“My kitchen sink flooded last week. Nick and his team got it all cleaned and taken care of. They did a very good job too.”
The A1 Standard
Why Property Owners Choose A1 Restoration in Cleveland
Nobody plans on needing a restoration company, and choosing one shouldn't be a gamble. Here's what every Cleveland customer gets, on every job.
Free inspection
We come out, check the damage, and explain what we found. You get a clear price before any work starts.
$0 upfront
You pay nothing to get us started. Damage spreads fast, so our first job is stopping it, not collecting a deposit.
Insurance
Leave the adjuster to us. We send the photos, moisture readings, and estimate, answer their questions, and keep things moving while you focus on your family. Coverage depends on your policy.
IICRC certified
IICRC is the restoration industry's certification body. It sets the standards for how water damage gets dried and mold gets removed. We're an IICRC Certified Firm, and we work to those standards.
We start. We finish.
The crew that dries it out is the crew that rebuilds it. One company and one phone number, start to finish.
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Property Restoration Services in Cleveland
Water, fire, mold, and storm damage, for homes and businesses. Our Cleveland team handles the cleanup and the rebuild.
Not sure what kind of damage you have? Call (216) 232-5252 and describe it.
Water damage
Water damage is common in Cleveland because heavy rain strains old sewer lines and hard freezes split pipes in outside walls. Flooded basements ruin drywall, furnaces, and stored belongings. We clear out the standing water, dry out the walls, and replace what it ruined.
Water damage restoration
Fire and smoke
Space heaters, cooking, and old wiring set off fires in Cleveland's older houses and apartments in Lakewood, Parma, and Tremont, and smoke spreads to every room. We lift the soot from every surface, work on the smell, and rebuild what burned.
Fire damage restoration
Mold
Mold is common in Cleveland because a wet basement or a leaking pipe leaves block walls and wood framing wet for a long time. The telltale sign is a musty basement odor. We trace the moisture, take the mold out, and dry what it touched.
Mold remediation
Storm damage
Storm damage is common in Cleveland because fast summer thunderstorms and strong lake winds tear shingles and drop limbs. Ice and heavy snow on a roof add more leaks in winter. We handle the leak first, dry the soaked rooms, and rebuild what broke.
Storm damage repair
Commercial
Cleveland's warehouses, restaurants, and apartment buildings in Ohio City and University Circle share pipes and ceilings, so a leak in one unit can reach another. Cleanup and rebuilding are covered by our own crew.
Commercial restoration
Reconstruction
What we remove during dry-out goes back in when the structure is dry. The same crew handles the repairs and blends in the new work. There is no need to switch to someone new halfway through.
Ask about a rebuild
What Our Customers Say
Real reviews from real Cleveland jobs
- Reagan Smith Cleveland, OH ★★★★★
“10/10! it is wonderful how he came in and fixed my house after the fire. fully functional and top tier!”
Google review - Logan Bruderly Cleveland, OH ★★★★★
“Nick and his team were phenomenal, saved my house and then even helped me finding my dog that got lost in the accident!”
Google review - Jesse Morgan Cleveland, OH ★★★★★
“This is a great business!!! Nick was wonderful to work with and very versatile in multiple projects. I highly recommend!”
Google review
Our 3-Step Damage Restoration Process
Every job follows our three-step damage restoration process.
Stop it
When we arrive, we walk through the damage with you and explain what we find. Then we stop it from spreading and take photos for your insurance.
Dry it
We dry out the walls, floors, and air, and take moisture readings to make sure it worked. Then we clean and sanitize the area.
Rebuild it
We repair or replace what had to come out, like drywall, flooring, and cabinets. You won't need to hire a second contractor.
While you wait
- Stay safe. Keep out of standing water near outlets and out of smoky rooms.
- Take photos of the damage before anything is moved or thrown out.
- Move valuables, papers, and medicine to a dry room.
Dealing with damage?
Leave your name, number, and ZIP code, and our Cleveland team will call you back.
Need help now? Call (216) 232-5252
Working With Your Insurance in Cleveland
We work with all major insurance carriers and bill your insurance company directly.
- 1
We document the damage
Photos and moisture readings on the first visit, before anything gets moved.
- 2
We send it to your adjuster
Your adjuster gets our estimate, with the photos and readings to back it up.
- 3
We bill your insurance
We handle the back and forth with your adjuster and bill your insurance company directly.
Questions about your claim? Call (216) 232-5252
What homeowners policies usually cover
- Usually coveredSudden damage, like a burst pipe or a kitchen fire
- Usually needs an add-onSewer and drain backups
- Needs flood insuranceFloodwater from outside, like an overflowing river or a flooded street
- Usually not coveredSlow leaks and wear and tear
Coverage depends on your policy.
Damage We See Most in Cleveland
Old sewers, cold snaps, and older homes shape the water damage we see across the Cleveland area.
Water
5 feet
from the foundation, the EPA's general guide for draining rain water
Basement water
The EPA says rain water generally belongs about 5 feet away from the foundation. Water that sits against a basement wall in Old Brooklyn, Parma, or Lakewood has nowhere to go but in. The EPA also says seepage into basements should be stopped quickly.
Source: EPA Mold Course, Chapter 9 (archived)Water
250 gallons
a day, at most, from a 1/8th inch crack in a pipe, per IBHS
Frozen pipes
A crack that narrow can soak the walls and flooring of a house in Tremont, Ohio City, or Shaker Heights before anyone sees it. Expect freezing first in pipes in crawl spaces, attics, garages, and kitchen cabinets. If you can do it safely, shut off the water to that area, and call us next.
Source: Kentucky Farm Bureau, citing IBHSFire · Reconstruction
Older homes
Many houses in Cleveland Heights, Slavic Village, and Old Brooklyn are older, with old drain lines and plaster walls. New work is matched to the house as it already stands. We replace what we remove and finish the rooms to look as they did before.
Areas We Serve Around Cleveland
Our Cleveland team serves the city and the suburbs around it.
Up to 45 miles around Cleveland
Not sure if you're in range? Call (216) 232-5252 and ask.
Including
- Kent
- Euclid
- Lakewood
- Solon
- Elyria
- Mentor
- Strongsville
- Chardon
- Kirtland
- Shaker Heights
- Westlake
- Avon Lake
- North Ridgeville
- Painesville
- Chagrin Falls
Cleveland Property Damage Restoration FAQs
Still have a question? Call (216) 232-5252
Do you work directly with insurance carriers in Cleveland?
Yes. We work with all major carriers. Your adjuster receives the photos, the moisture readings, and the estimate. Coverage depends on your policy.
Do you handle commercial properties as well as homes in Cleveland?
Yes. We restore offices, stores, and apartment buildings when water, smoke, mold, or wind hits. We go over our findings with the property manager before we start work. Our crew does the drying and the repairs.
How fast can you get to my property in Cleveland?
We can be at your door within 40 minutes. Dial (216) 232-5252 and give us your address.
Do you handle sewer backups in Cleveland basements?
Yes. Sewage is a health hazard, and we extract it, sanitize the basement, and dry everything it reached. Do not wade in or run the furnace until it is safe.
What should I do first if a pipe freezes and bursts?
What should I do first if a pipe freezes and bursts?
Can you repair plaster walls and old woodwork after water damage?
Usually, yes. Older houses often have plaster and original trim, and we work to match what is already there. Call and describe what you have so we can plan the repair.
Need Emergency Mold, Fire, or Water Damage Restoration?
Call our Cleveland team. We can be at your door within 40 minutes.
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