Water Damage Restoration

Why You Need a Water Damage Remediation Company After a House Flood — And Not Just a Plumber

By Allie H

A Personal Story: When It Happened to a Local Texan

Rachel R., Taylor, Texas Resident

A few years ago, I was renting a little house in rural Texas. It had charm, quirks, and beautiful old ORIGINAL hardwood floors throughout.
One day, I came home from work and stepped into that extra bedroom only to feel soaking wet wood beneath my feet. The washing machine hose had burst, and water had flooded the entire room.
I panicked. I had no idea what to do. I didn’t even know who to call. Was this a plumbing situation? Would I have to replace the floors? “Can this cause permanent damage?”

Thankfully, a good friend of mine in the neighborhood knew what to do! She said, “Call All Nation Restoration — they cleaned up my home after it flooded from a kitchen sink that overflowed for hours. They are amazing.”

I did — and I’m so glad I did.
They arrived quickly, suctioned all the water up, set up their drying equipment, and made sure every inch of the room was dry.
I was terrified the entire room would need to be gutted, but they saved the original floors. Not a single board had to be pulled.

That experience taught me something I’ll never forget:
When there’s a house flood, stopping the leak is only half the battle. You need a water damage team to save your home.

When Disaster Strikes: What Now?

Whether it’s a burst pipe, a leaking washing machine, or a toilet overflow, a house flood can feel completely overwhelming.
Most people instinctively call a plumber — and that’s a smart first move. Plumbers fix the source of the problem.

But once the water stops flowing, your home is still wet, and water damage has already started.
That’s where a water damage remediation company like All Nation Restoration becomes absolutely essential.

Plumbing Stops the Leak. Remediation Saves the Home.

While plumbers are great at stopping the source, they don’t handle what the water leaves behind. That’s where time becomes your enemy.

Soaked drywall, flooring, insulation, and framing can quickly deteriorate — or worse, become a mold hazard within 24 to 48 hours.

Here’s what water can do if not addressed quickly:

Warp or rot wooden structures
Cause drywall to crumble or grow mold
Damage the electrical wiring
Create a dangerous environment for your family

This is why your second call should always be to a certified water damage remediation company like All Nation Restoration.

What Does a Water Damage Remediation Company Do?

Here’s how All Nation Restoration helped me — and what they do for hundreds of homes every year:

• Assess the damage using moisture meters and infrared imaging
• Remove standing water with professional-grade suction equipment
• Dry and dehumidify every surface and the air itself
• Clean and disinfect to prevent mold and odors
• Restore the home to its original condition

Step-by-Step: How They Do It

Step 1: Assessing the Damage
They find where the water has gone — even what you can’t see. Under floors, behind walls, and into the structure of your home.

Step 2: Water Extraction
High-powered vacuums and pumps remove all standing water fast. Faster removal = less damage.

Step 3: Drying and Dehumidifying
Specialized equipment pulls moisture out of materials and the air. This step is crucial — mold prevention depends on it.

Step 4: Cleaning and Sanitizing
Even “clean” water can carry bacteria or chemicals. Everything gets disinfected. Damaged materials that can’t be saved are carefully removed.

Step 5: Restoration
From replacing baseboards to repainting, the goal is simple: make your home feel like home again.

Why Time Is Everything in Water Damage

In the first few hours of a house flood, damage spreads fast.
By Day 2, mold may already be forming.
By the end of the week, you could be looking at major structural repairs.

Don’t wait and see. Don’t assume the plumber is the end of the story.

Call All Nation Restoration right after a leak happens.
Fast action means less damage, less cost, and less stress.

Cleanliness That Sets Us Apart

Here’s the part I loved most about working with All Nation Restoration — they are CLEAN.
I’ve heard horror stories of other companies walking in with muddy boots, dragging dirty hoses across carpets, and leaving homes a mess.

Not these guys.

• Clean, sanitized equipment
• Containment barriers and air scrubbers
• Shoe covers, clean uniforms, and respectful technicians
• They left my home cleaner than they found it

Clean service during a dirty situation makes a world of difference.