Water Damage Restoration in Affton, Missouri
Midwest Flood Restoration provides 24/7 water damage restoration in Affton and the surrounding South County communities. Affton is only about 10 to 15 minutes from our South Broadway shop, so when a water heater fails or a basement floods, our IICRC-certified crew can be at your door fast.
We help homeowners throughout Affton, from the neighborhoods along Gravois Road and Heege Road to the streets near Mackenzie Road, Grant’s Farm and Tilles Park, as well as neighboring Grantwood Village, Marlborough and Shrewsbury.
Why Affton Homes Get Water Damage
Most Affton homes were built in the post-war boom of the 1940s through the 1960s. Many have original cast-iron drain stacks, clay sewer laterals and basements that were finished decades later without waterproofing. Aging water heaters, washing machine hoses and galvanized supply pipes are frequent causes of sudden leaks. During heavy storms, areas near Gravois Creek and its tributaries can see rising water, and MSD sewers can become overloaded, pushing water back up basement floor drains.
Water Damage Situations We Respond To
Our crew handles everything from a small laundry-room leak to a basement full of sewer water in Affton homes and businesses.
- Burst, frozen, and leaking pipes
- Sink and toilet overflows
- Dishwasher and refrigerator leaks
- Washing machine failures
- Water heater failures
Emergency Water Cleanup in Affton
Water spreads quickly across basement floors and wicks up into paneling and drywall. We arrive with extraction equipment, moisture meters and thermal imaging to locate every wet area, then set commercial dehumidifiers and air movers to dry the structure.
If the water came from a sewer backup, we clean and disinfect before drying. Many Affton homes are in MSD’s service area, so if a public sewer caused the backup, read our guide on MSD sewer backup reimbursement and report it within 30 days. You can also learn about our basement water damage cleanup service.
Serving Affton and Nearby South County
We also respond to water emergencies in Mehlville, Oakville, Lemay, Crestwood, Sunset Hills, Webster Groves, Kirkwood and South St. Louis City.
Curious what a basement dry-out costs? See our water damage restoration cost guide for St. Louis. See all the communities we cover on our St. Louis service area page.
Affton Water Damage FAQs
How quickly can you reach Affton for water damage?
Affton is one of the closest communities to our shop at 6727 S Broadway. Most Affton addresses are 10 to 15 minutes away, and we answer the phone 24/7. After you call (314) 772-1788, we dispatch a crew immediately and give you an estimated arrival time so you know when extraction will begin.
Is Affton served by MSD for sewer backup reimbursement?
Most of Affton is within the Metropolitan St. Louis Sewer District service area. If an overcharged or blocked MSD public sewer caused your backup, you may qualify for reimbursement, up to $3,000 with a $100 deductible for an overcharged line. Contact MSD at (314) 768-6260 within 30 days and keep photos and invoices.
My older Affton home has paneling in the basement. Can it be saved?
Sometimes. Solid wood paneling that was wet only briefly with clean water can often be dried in place. Thin particle-board paneling, and anything touched by sewage, usually swells and must be removed. We check moisture behind the paneling as well, because wet insulation and drywall hidden behind it can grow mold.
What should I do while I wait for your crew?
Shut off the water supply if a pipe or appliance is leaking, and turn off power to wet areas only if you can do so safely. Move valuables and furniture off wet floors, take photos and video of the damage, and avoid contact with sewage. Do not run household fans on sewage-contaminated areas.
Call Now for Water Damage Restoration in Affton
Flooded basement or burst pipe in Affton? We are just minutes away. Call (314) 772-1788 for 24/7 service and direct insurance billing.