Emergency Water Damage Help in Marietta, GA
A flooded finished basement or water through a ceiling can't wait until Monday. Here's what to do right now in your Marietta home.
Right now: shut off the main water (in basement homes, usually on the wall facing the street), turn off the water heater, and keep everyone out of rooms with sagging ceilings or water near outlets.
Emergency steps by situation
| Situation | First move |
|---|---|
| Finished basement flooding | Water off, power off to the basement if safe, get belongings up the stairs |
| Water through a ceiling | Bucket under it, power off to that room's lights, stay out from under any bulge |
| Sump pump failed in a storm | Check the breaker and float, move belongings, call for extraction |
| Condo or townhome leak from a neighbor | Notify the neighbor and HOA right away, document, start drying |
| Sewage backup | Stop using water, keep away, call professionals (see sewage backups) |
Around-the-clock help in Cobb County
Many restoration companies serving Marietta, East Cobb and west Cobb keep emergency crews on call 24/7. When you call, we connect you with an independent company that serves your area. They'll stabilize the situation, extract water and set drying equipment, often the same night.
Protecting what matters most
- Photos and documents: move them first. Wet photos can be frozen in a zip bag until they can be restored.
- Hardwood and plaster in older Marietta homes respond well to fast, targeted drying, so the sooner the better.
- Electronics: unplug and move them, and don't power them on until they're fully dry.
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Frequently asked questions
Can I call on a holiday or weekend?
Yes. Many local restoration companies run emergency service every day of the year.
My sump pump failed during a storm. Who do I call?
A restoration company for the water, and a plumber or waterproofing contractor for the pump. Many restoration crews carry pumps and can get water out right away.
Water in your home? Get a local pro on the way.
Call and we'll connect you with an independent local water damage restoration company that serves your area. The referral is free, and many local companies answer around the clock.