Water Damage & Mold Don't Wait.

Neither Do We.

24/7 Water, Fire & Mold Restoration for Portland, OR Homes & Businesses

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Why Speed Matters

What Happens in the Hours After Water Damage

Water moves fast once it's inside. Within a few hours it soaks into drywall, carpet pad and subfloor. By the next day you'll often see swollen baseboards and notice a musty smell, and mold can start growing on damp materials within 24 to 48 hours, usually behind walls where you can't see it.


That timeline is why Carey Water Restoration of Oregon answers the phone around the clock. Portland's long rainy season and older plumbing keep our crews busy, and the sooner extraction and drying begin, the less of your home has to be torn out and replaced.

OUR SERVICES

Get Your Property Restored by a Trusted Team

Portable vacuum cleaners with red and yellow hoses on a floor near wooden wall panels

Water Damage Restoration

Water extraction and cleanup after burst pipes, appliance leaks, roof leaks or flooding.

Burned roof of a damaged brick building with charred debris and collapsed beams

Fire Damage Restoration

Cleanup of burned materials and the water left behind by firefighting.

Black mold spots on a wall near the floor in a corner of a room

Mold Remediation

Containment and removal of affected materials, along with the moisture problem that let the mold grow.

Downed tree across a residential street, blocking the road near houses and orange cones

Storm Damage Cleanup

Emergency cleanup and drying when wind or heavy rain opens up a roof or lets water inside.

Flooded room with muddy water, a wooden door, and debris on the floor

Residential Restoration Services

Restoration for houses, condos and rental properties, with help navigating your homeowners claim.

Empty office hallway with carpet, white walls, dark windows, and a puddle on the floor

Commercial Restoration Services

Restoration for offices, storefronts and other commercial buildings, planned around keeping downtime short.

Blue and white portable air mover and dehumidifier against a wall in a room

Structural Drying

Professional drying equipment that pulls moisture out of framing, subfloors and wall cavities, tracked with daily readings.

Smoke-stained ceiling corner with a recessed light and a dark, glossy burned patch near the vent

Smoke Damage Restoration

Soot removal and odor treatment, including rooms the fire itself never reached.

WHY CHOOSE US

Why Portland Property Owners Call Us

Carey Water Restoration of Oregon is an IICRC Certified Firm, licensed and insured under Oregon CCB License No. 241953. Our technicians follow industry drying and remediation standards, so the work holds up when an adjuster reviews it.


Plenty of our customers have never filed a claim before. We handle communication with your insurance company, provide the moisture readings and photos they ask for, and explain each step in plain terms.

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CUSTOMER REVIEWS

Hear It Straight from Our Happy Customers

Why Speed Matters

How Emergency Restoration Works

Call & Dispatch

Tell us what happened, and we'll send a crew to your property day or night.

Inspect & Document

Moisture detection equipment shows how far the water has spread. We photograph and record everything for your insurance claim.

Extract & Dry

Standing water comes out first. Then we set drying equipment and check moisture levels daily until materials reach dry readings.

Repair & Close Out

Damaged materials are repaired or replaced, and you'll get updates at each stage so nothing comes as a surprise.

What to Do While You Wait for Our Team to Reach You

01

Shut off the water main if the source is a pipe or fixture.

02

Turn off power to wet rooms if you can reach the breaker safely.

03

Photograph the damage before moving or throwing anything out.

04

Lift rugs, furniture and valuables off wet floors.

Common Questions

What to Know After Water or Mold Damage

  • How fast does mold grow after water damage?

    On wet drywall, wood or carpet, mold can begin growing in 24 to 48 hours. Drying the structure completely, including wall cavities and subfloor, is the most reliable way to stop it.

  • Does homeowners insurance cover water damage in Oregon?

    Most standard policies cover sudden, accidental damage like a burst pipe or failed water heater. Slow leaks and outside floodwater usually aren't covered unless you carry separate flood insurance. Check your policy, and we'll document the damage for your adjuster either way.

  • Can I stay in my home during mold remediation?

    Often, yes. Affected areas are sealed off during removal, so you can usually keep using the rest of the house. After the inspection, we'll tell you if the scope of the work means anyone should stay elsewhere.