Basement seepage and roof leaks leave Kansas City floors and walls wet. We extract the standing water, set up dehumidifiers and air movers, and take moisture readings every day until the floors and framing test dry.
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Storm Damage Restoration in Kansas City, MO
Hail, a falling limb, or a heavy downpour can leave your home wet on both floors. Our crew handles storm damage restoration in Kansas City, MO, and dries your home out. Call any time, day or night.
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Storm damage in Kansas City
Kansas City storms can soak a house from both the roof and the basement. Hail and wind open the roof, while heavy rain soaks the ground and pushes water into basements through floor drains and foundation cracks.
A basement that stays wet for even a couple of days can start growing mold behind the paneling. Mold can start growing within 24 to 48 hours, so drying early protects more of your home.
On July 16, 2025, Kansas City recorded 2.78 inches of rain, more than double the old record for that date.
Homeowners, property managers, and business owners call us after storms all year round. We work across Brookside, Waldo, Westport, Crossroads, River Market, Northland, Midtown, Country Club Plaza, Hyde Park, and Armour Hills.
Call Now (816) 463-4959Storm damage restoration at a glance
What’s included
Tarping, basement pump-outs, finished basement drying, insulation replacement, mold prevention, and repairs.
Typical timeline
Most rooms dry in a few days. Finished basements usually take a couple of weeks to rebuild.
How cost is set
Whether water came through the roof or the basement, how far it spread, how long it sat, and the repairs.
First visit
Call (816) 463-4959A free inspection and estimate before any work starts.
Right after the storm
What to do after a storm in Kansas City
Once the storm has passed and everyone is safe, these steps protect your home and your insurance claim. If there are downed power lines or a tree on the house, stay back and call 911 or Evergy first.
Not sure what needs to happen first? Call and walk through it with our crew.
Call (816) 463-4959What to do
Photograph the damage
Take photos and video of the roof, the outside, every damaged room, and your belongings before anything is moved or cleaned up.
Stop more water if it’s safe
Move belongings away from leaks, put buckets under drips, and close off rooms where water is coming in. Leave the roof to a crew.
Call your insurer the same day
Open a claim and write down the claim number and your adjuster’s name.
Keep damaged items and receipts
Hold on to damaged items until your adjuster has seen them, and save receipts for tarps, emergency repairs, and hotel stays.
Check the basement right away
Look for water at floor drains and along the walls, and move stored items up.
What not to do
Don’t go near downed power lines
Treat every downed line as live, and stay away from water, fences, or trees touching one.
Don’t climb onto the roof
A wet, damaged roof is slippery and may not hold your weight. Tarping is a job for a crew with the right equipment.
Don’t walk or drive through floodwater
Water from outside can carry sewage and debris and hide electrical hazards. Six inches of moving water can knock you down, and a foot of it can carry a car.
Don’t hire the first door-knocker
Get written estimates and check references before you sign.
Don’t ignore water from a floor drain
Backed-up drain water is contaminated and needs sanitizing.
Common storm damage
Types of storm damage we handle in Kansas City
Hail, severe storms, and basement water shape the storm damage we see across the KC metro.
Hail
Hailstones that hit the metro in spring and early summer can crack shingles, dent gutters, and break skylights. Leaks from hail damage often appear with the next Kansas City rain.
Severe Thunderstorm Winds
Straight-line winds and tornado-season storms tear roofing and bring down limbs.
Basement Flooding
Heavy rain saturates the soil and pushes water through foundation cracks and floor drains.
Sewer Backup
Overloaded city lines can send sewage up basement floor drains during big storms.
Ice Storms
Winter ice brings limbs and power lines down across the Kansas City metro.
Mold After a Storm
Finished Kansas City basements left wet can turn moldy in a hurry.
How we help
How we handle storm damage
First we stop the water: tarping the roof and pumping out the basement.
We check behind basement walls. Moisture meters find water hiding behind paneling and under carpet.
We remove what can’t be saved. Wet insulation, swollen drywall, and anything backed-up drain water touched come out.
We dry and rebuild. Readings must match a dry room before we rebuild the basement and ceilings.
Where the water came from matters
Rain through hail-cracked shingles
What it usually meansWater working down from the attic into upstairs ceilings
How we handle itWe dry the attic and ceilings and replace insulation that soaked through.
Groundwater through foundation cracks
What it usually meansSeepage soaking basement walls and carpet
How we handle itPumped out and dried; we show you where it enters.
Water up a floor drain
What it usually meansContaminated sewer backup
How we handle itTreated as contaminated; porous materials removed; sanitized.
A limb through the roof
What it usually meansRain pouring into upstairs rooms
How we handle itTarped and dried fast.
Water left for days
What it usually meansMold risk in the basement
How we handle itDried right away with daily readings.
What can be saved
What can be dried and what gets replaced
In a Kansas City house, we decide what to keep by the material, the water’s source, and how soon drying starts. Here’s the usual pattern, and the inspection confirms it.
Tile, concrete, metal, and glass
Usually dried and keptBasement concrete and tile clean up well after sanitizing.
Framing and subfloor
Usually dried and keptStuds and subfloor usually dry where they are. We check them with a moisture meter before any wall goes back up.
Hardwood floors
Depends on water and timingMain-floor hardwood can often be dried slowly.
Basement drywall and paneling
Depends on water and timingDrywall that wicked up water is cut out above the line. Paneling often hides wet framing.
Basement carpet
Depends on water and timingClean seepage dried fast can sometimes be saved. Sewer backup means replacement.
Solid wood furniture
Depends on water and timingDressers and tables can usually be saved if they’re carried up from the basement before they soak.
Electronics and appliances
Depends on water and timingBasement TVs, freezers, and gaming systems that got wet should be tested by a technician before use.
Photos and documents
Depends on water and timingMove them out of the basement to dry flat.
Carpet pad and insulation
Usually replacedBasement carpet pad and wall insulation that soaked up seepage or drain water are pulled and replaced.
Upholstered furniture after sewer backup
Usually replacedCouches and chairs that sat in sewer backup can’t be cleaned safely, so they’re replaced.
Food that floodwater touched
Usually replacedThrow it out.
How to spot a storm chaser
After big hail days, out-of-town roofers often knock on doors from Waldo to Olathe. Be wary of anyone asking for full payment before the job starts.
Ask for local references and proof of insurance, get written estimates, and call your insurer before you sign. Some cities in the metro require contractor licenses, so ask about that too.
If something seems wrong, Missouri residents can contact the Missouri Attorney General, and Kansas residents the Kansas Attorney General.
Help beyond the storm
Other restoration services we offer in Kansas City
Every job starts with a free inspection and estimate. Here’s how the 24 Hour Flood Pros team helps with each type of damage.
Lightning and storm-related electrical problems can start fires. Soot is acidic and keeps staining surfaces, so cleanup starts early. We remove soot, treat odor at the source, clean what can be saved, and rebuild what can’t.
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Wet finished basements grow mold fast. We find the moisture source, contain the area, remove the mold, and dry the space out.
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Hail and flooding can damage offices and warehouses. We extract, dry, and clean on a plan built around reopening, and we document each step for your carrier.
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When you’re ready to rebuild, the same crew puts it back together, from drywall to cabinets to the final coat of paint, so there’s no second contractor to hire.
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Call (816) 463-4959Call and talk to our crew about what happened. The call is free, and so is the inspection.
Our process
What happens after you call
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You call, we send a crew
Call (816) 463-4959 any time, day or night, including weekends and holidays. Tell us what happened and where water is getting in. We’ll send a crew right away.
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We stop more water from getting in
We tarp roof openings and board up broken windows and doors, so the next rain stays outside.
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We arrive and inspect
The 24 Hour Flood Pros team checks how far the water spread, from the attic to the crawlspace. We use moisture meters to find water hiding inside walls and under floors. We take photos of all the damage for your insurance. The inspection is free.
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We pump out the water
Standing water is pumped out and drying equipment goes in. Anywhere floodwater reached is cleaned and sanitized.
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We remove what can’t be saved
Soaked insulation, sagging drywall, and carpet pad come out. Drywall that stayed firm stays up and dries in place, so we only replace what really needs it.
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We compare with a dry room
We test the wet rooms with a moisture meter, then compare them with a dry room elsewhere in the house. When the wet rooms read close to the dry one, they’re dry.
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We make the repairs
When you’re ready, the 24 Hour Flood Pros team fixes the damage. We replace drywall, install cabinets, and finish with fresh paint. Our goal is to make your home look the way it did before.
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Final check with you
We walk through the finished work with you to make sure you’re happy with everything. Then we send the final records to your insurance company to close out the claim.
Sewer water in your basement?
Call (816) 463-4959That’s likely sewer backup. Keep everyone out of it and call us to pump and sanitize the basement.
Insurance and claims
Storm damage and your insurance claim
Most homeowners policies cover sudden damage from wind, hail, and falling trees, including rain that gets in through a storm-damaged roof or window. Flooding from rising water is different. Standard homeowners policies typically don’t cover it, and flood insurance generally takes effect 30 days after you buy it.
Some policies have a separate deductible for wind and hail, so check yours before you start repairs.
Your policy decides what’s covered, not us. We work with all major insurance carriers, including State Farm, Allstate, Liberty Mutual, Farmers, American Family, Travelers, and Nationwide. We bill your insurance directly for damage your policy covers.
If a claim stalls, you can file a complaint with the Missouri Department of Commerce and Insurance or the Kansas Insurance Department.
What your adjuster will ask for
- The date of the storm and what happened
- Photos and video of the outside and every damaged room
- Damaged items you kept for them to see
- Receipts for tarps, emergency repairs, and hotel stays
What we send them
- Date-stamped photos of each damaged area
- Moisture readings for every wet room
- A line-by-line estimate for drying and rebuild
- One point of contact for your adjuster
Where we work
Areas we serve around Kansas City
We serve Kansas City and its suburbs in Missouri and Kansas.
Kansas City neighborhoods
- Brookside
- Waldo
- Westport
- Crossroads
- River Market
- Northland
- Midtown
- Country Club Plaza
- Hyde Park
- Armour Hills
Nearby cities
- Independence
- Lee’s Summit
- Blue Springs
- Grain Valley
- Raytown
- Grandview
- Liberty
- Gladstone
- Belton
- Overland Park
- Olathe
- Kansas City, KS
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Kansas City storm damage FAQs
How fast can 24 Hour Flood Pros get to me?
A crew can be there within 45 minutes. We work 24/7, including nights, weekends, and holidays. After a big storm, we stop active leaks first, then do the full inspection.
Does homeowners insurance cover storm damage in Missouri and Kansas?
Most policies cover sudden damage from wind, hail, and falling trees, and the rain that gets in through that damage. Flooding from rising water usually needs a separate flood policy. Limits and deductibles vary, so check your policy or ask your agent.
Storm damage vs. flood damage: what's the difference?
Storm damage is what wind, hail, or a fallen tree does to your home, plus the rain that comes in through the openings. Flood damage comes from water that rises outside and covers land that is usually dry. The difference matters, because insurance treats them differently.
Should I tarp my roof myself?
We don’t recommend it. A wet, damaged roof is slippery and may not hold your weight. From the ground, move belongings away from leaks and put buckets under drips, then call us.
How can I tell if hail damaged my roof?
From the ground, look for dents in gutters, downspouts, and vents, missing or cracked shingles, and shingle granules collected at the bottom of downspouts. Inside, check for ceiling stains and wet insulation in the attic. Have a roofer inspect the roof itself.
How do I avoid storm chasers in Kansas City?
Be wary of anyone who knocks on your door right after a storm, asks for full payment up front, or offers to cover your deductible. Call your insurance company first, get more than one estimate, and ask about local contractor licensing.
How long does storm damage restoration take?
Drying out a room or two usually takes a few days. Ceilings, walls, or floors that need rebuilding take longer, and a roofer may need to finish first. Your estimate includes a schedule.
How much does storm damage restoration cost in Kansas City?
It depends on how much water got in, how long it sat, what has to be removed, and how much needs rebuilding. The inspection and estimate are free, so you know the cost before any work starts. When insurance covers the damage, we send the itemized estimate straight to your adjuster.
Can I stay in my home during storm repairs?
Often, yes, in the rooms that weren’t damaged. If the roof is open, the power is off, or floodwater reached the living areas, it may make sense to stay somewhere else. We’ll tell you what we see after the inspection.
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