Your Neighborhood Water Damage Restoration Company
Midwest Flood Restoration is based at 6727 S Broadway in the Carondelet area, which makes South St. Louis City our home turf. When a pipe bursts in Holly Hills or a sewer backs up in Bevo Mill, our IICRC-certified crew is often minutes away, not across the metro. We provide 24/7 water damage restoration for homeowners, landlords, and small businesses throughout the south side.
We regularly work in Carondelet, Patch, Holly Hills, Boulevard Heights, Princeton Heights, Bevo Mill, Dutchtown, Mount Pleasant, Tower Grove South, Soulard, Benton Park, Lindenwood Park and St. Louis Hills.
Water Damage Risks in South City Homes
South City is full of brick homes built between 1890 and 1950 with full basements, cast-iron and clay drain lines, and plumbing that has been updated in pieces over decades. Much of the city is served by combined sewers that carry both storm water and wastewater, so heavy rain can push sewage back up through basement floor drains. Tree roots crack old sewer laterals, basement walls seep during wet springs, and exposed pipes in unheated areas freeze in winter. Two-family flats and four-family buildings add another challenge: a leak upstairs quickly becomes a ceiling collapse downstairs.
Water Damage Situations We Respond To
From a leaking radiator in a Tower Grove South two-family to sewage in a Dutchtown basement, we handle water losses of every size in South City.
- Burst, frozen, and leaking pipes
- Sink and toilet overflows
- Dishwasher and refrigerator leaks
- Washing machine failures
- Water heater failures
Emergency Sewer Backup and Water Cleanup in South City
Sewage in a basement is a health hazard. We isolate the area, extract the water, remove contaminated porous materials, disinfect every affected surface, and dry the structure with commercial equipment. For clean-water losses like supply-line breaks and water heater failures, we focus on drying materials in place whenever possible.
If the backup was caused by an overloaded public sewer, you may qualify for reimbursement from MSD. Our guide to the MSD sewer backup reimbursement program explains the 30-day reporting window and what to document. Learn more about our sewage cleanup service.
Nearby South County Service Areas
From our South Broadway base we also serve Affton, Mehlville, Oakville, Lemay, Bella Villa and Arnold. Across the river we cover Belleville and the Metro East.
Water coming through a plaster ceiling in a two-family flat? Read about our ceiling leak water damage service, and see our tips on preventing basement flooding in St. Louis. See all the communities we cover on our St. Louis service area page.
South St. Louis Water Damage FAQs
Why does sewage back up into South St. Louis basements during storms?
Much of the City of St. Louis uses combined sewers that carry storm water and wastewater in the same pipes. During heavy rain those pipes can fill up, and water follows the path of least resistance, which is often a basement floor drain. Cracked or root-clogged private laterals can cause backups too, even in dry weather.
Will MSD pay for my sewer backup cleanup?
Possibly. If the backup was caused by an overcharged or blocked MSD public sewer, MSD may reimburse up to $3,000 after a $100 deductible for an overcharged line, and adjusted losses for a blocked main. You must contact MSD within 30 days. Backups caused by your private lateral are the owner’s responsibility.
Can plaster walls and ceilings be dried after a leak?
Often, yes. Plaster on wood lath is more tolerant of water than drywall and can frequently be dried in place with dehumidifiers and air movers if it is still firmly attached. Sagging or delaminated plaster must be removed for safety. We use moisture meters to decide what can be saved before anything is torn out.
How quickly can you reach my home in South City?
Our shop is on South Broadway in Carondelet, so most South City addresses are 5 to 20 minutes away. We answer calls 24/7, and a crew can typically begin extraction within about 30 minutes of dispatch. Call (314) 772-1788 and we will give you an arrival estimate on the phone.
Call Now for Water Damage Restoration in South St. Louis
Water in your South City basement or ceiling? We are right down the street on South Broadway. Call (314) 772-1788 for 24/7 service and direct insurance billing.