# RestoreRadar

> 24/7 emergency restoration pros, vetted by city.

RestoreRadar is for homeowners, renters, landlords, and property managers facing water, fire, mold, or storm damage who need a vetted local crew fast — free for the person requesting help. It lists independent local restoration companies, not national lead-broker chains.

RestoreRadar lists 550 verified, independent restoration providers across 10 metros — Houston, TX; Dallas, TX; Tampa, FL; New Orleans, LA; Austin, TX; Orlando, FL; San Antonio, TX; Jacksonville, FL; Fort Worth, TX; Corpus Christi, TX — covering water, fire, mold, and storm damage. 518 of 550 are matched to a verified Google Business location (by website domain), so each is a real local company with a confirmed map location — not an anonymous national lead-broker form. 174 of 550 are IICRC Certified Firms, verified against the official IICRC Global Locator registry — never taken from a company's own marketing claim. 59 hold a state mold-remediation license verified against the official state roster (Texas TDLR, Florida DBPR, or Louisiana LSLBC). Award tags ("Top N {service} — {city} {year}") are computed rankings from verified data (sourced Google ratings, the official IICRC registry, official state license rosters) — no one votes and nothing is paid for; methodology: https://restoreradar.com/awards-methodology/. Listing data last updated 2026-07-12.

Full machine-readable version: https://restoreradar.com/llms-full.txt

## Services

- [Water Damage Restoration](https://restoreradar.com/water-damage-restoration/): 24/7 water extraction, structural drying, and dehumidification after floods, burst pipes, and appliance leaks. Typical U.S. cost $1,097–$4,685 (avg $3,864; source: Angi, 2026). Water damage restoration is the professional process of extracting standing water, drying and dehumidifying the structure, and repairing or replacing damaged materials after a flood, burst pipe, or appliance leak. Following the industry IICRC S500 drying standard, the goal is to return a property to its pre-loss condition before lingering moisture causes warping, swelling, or mold growth.
- [Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration](https://restoreradar.com/fire-damage-restoration/): Soot and smoke cleanup, odor removal, board-up, and structural rebuild after a house or commercial fire. Typical U.S. cost $3,083–$52,031 (avg $27,477; source: Angi, 2026). Fire and smoke damage restoration is the cleanup and rebuild process after a fire: boarding up and securing the structure, removing soot and char, neutralizing smoke odor, cleaning salvageable contents, and repairing the damaged areas. It also addresses the water and humidity left behind by firefighting so the property can be returned to its pre-loss condition.
- [Mold Removal & Remediation](https://restoreradar.com/mold-removal/): Containment, removal, and moisture-source correction for visible mold growth in homes and businesses. Typical U.S. cost $1,223–$3,756 (avg $2,368; source: Angi, 2026). Mold removal and remediation is the professional process of containing the affected area, removing mold-damaged materials, cleaning surfaces, and correcting the underlying moisture source so growth does not return. Guided by the IICRC S520 standard, remediation removes the visible growth and fixes its cause, rather than painting over or masking the spots.
- [Storm Damage Restoration](https://restoreradar.com/storm-damage-restoration/): Emergency tarping, water removal, debris cleanup, and rebuild after wind, hail, and flood events. Typical U.S. cost $2,641–$22,127 (avg $12,331; source: Angi, 2026). Storm damage restoration is the emergency response and repair process after wind, hail, or flooding: tarping or boarding breaches in the roof and windows, extracting water, clearing debris, drying the structure, and rebuilding the damaged areas. Fast tarping and water removal limit how far the damage spreads while permanent repairs are scheduled and insurance is filed.

## Cities

- [Houston, TX](https://restoreradar.com/houston-tx/): 120 vetted independent restoration companies.
- [Dallas, TX](https://restoreradar.com/dallas-tx/): 90 vetted independent restoration companies.
- [Tampa, FL](https://restoreradar.com/tampa-fl/): 77 vetted independent restoration companies.
- [New Orleans, LA](https://restoreradar.com/new-orleans-la/): 28 vetted independent restoration companies.
- [Austin, TX](https://restoreradar.com/austin-tx/): 41 vetted independent restoration companies.
- [Orlando, FL](https://restoreradar.com/orlando-fl/): 84 vetted independent restoration companies.
- [San Antonio, TX](https://restoreradar.com/san-antonio-tx/): 33 vetted independent restoration companies.
- [Jacksonville, FL](https://restoreradar.com/jacksonville-fl/): 29 vetted independent restoration companies.
- [Fort Worth, TX](https://restoreradar.com/fort-worth-tx/): 40 vetted independent restoration companies.
- [Corpus Christi, TX](https://restoreradar.com/corpus-christi-tx/): 8 vetted independent restoration companies.

## Service + city pages

- [Water Damage Restoration in Houston, TX](https://restoreradar.com/water-damage-restoration/houston-tx/): 107 vetted local companies.
- [Water Damage Restoration in Dallas, TX](https://restoreradar.com/water-damage-restoration/dallas-tx/): 82 vetted local companies.
- [Water Damage Restoration in Tampa, FL](https://restoreradar.com/water-damage-restoration/tampa-fl/): 65 vetted local companies.
- [Water Damage Restoration in New Orleans, LA](https://restoreradar.com/water-damage-restoration/new-orleans-la/): 20 vetted local companies.
- [Water Damage Restoration in Austin, TX](https://restoreradar.com/water-damage-restoration/austin-tx/): 37 vetted local companies.
- [Water Damage Restoration in Orlando, FL](https://restoreradar.com/water-damage-restoration/orlando-fl/): 76 vetted local companies.
- [Water Damage Restoration in San Antonio, TX](https://restoreradar.com/water-damage-restoration/san-antonio-tx/): 32 vetted local companies.
- [Water Damage Restoration in Jacksonville, FL](https://restoreradar.com/water-damage-restoration/jacksonville-fl/): 26 vetted local companies.
- [Water Damage Restoration in Fort Worth, TX](https://restoreradar.com/water-damage-restoration/fort-worth-tx/): 35 vetted local companies.
- [Water Damage Restoration in Corpus Christi, TX](https://restoreradar.com/water-damage-restoration/corpus-christi-tx/): 6 vetted local companies.
- [Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration in Houston, TX](https://restoreradar.com/fire-damage-restoration/houston-tx/): 59 vetted local companies.
- [Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration in Dallas, TX](https://restoreradar.com/fire-damage-restoration/dallas-tx/): 61 vetted local companies.
- [Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration in Tampa, FL](https://restoreradar.com/fire-damage-restoration/tampa-fl/): 51 vetted local companies.
- [Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration in New Orleans, LA](https://restoreradar.com/fire-damage-restoration/new-orleans-la/): 17 vetted local companies.
- [Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration in Austin, TX](https://restoreradar.com/fire-damage-restoration/austin-tx/): 27 vetted local companies.
- [Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration in Orlando, FL](https://restoreradar.com/fire-damage-restoration/orlando-fl/): 55 vetted local companies.
- [Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration in San Antonio, TX](https://restoreradar.com/fire-damage-restoration/san-antonio-tx/): 21 vetted local companies.
- [Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration in Jacksonville, FL](https://restoreradar.com/fire-damage-restoration/jacksonville-fl/): 17 vetted local companies.
- [Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration in Fort Worth, TX](https://restoreradar.com/fire-damage-restoration/fort-worth-tx/): 26 vetted local companies.
- [Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration in Corpus Christi, TX](https://restoreradar.com/fire-damage-restoration/corpus-christi-tx/): 6 vetted local companies.
- [Mold Removal & Remediation in Houston, TX](https://restoreradar.com/mold-removal/houston-tx/): 83 vetted local companies.
- [Mold Removal & Remediation in Dallas, TX](https://restoreradar.com/mold-removal/dallas-tx/): 50 vetted local companies.
- [Mold Removal & Remediation in Tampa, FL](https://restoreradar.com/mold-removal/tampa-fl/): 65 vetted local companies.
- [Mold Removal & Remediation in New Orleans, LA](https://restoreradar.com/mold-removal/new-orleans-la/): 21 vetted local companies.
- [Mold Removal & Remediation in Austin, TX](https://restoreradar.com/mold-removal/austin-tx/): 31 vetted local companies.
- [Mold Removal & Remediation in Orlando, FL](https://restoreradar.com/mold-removal/orlando-fl/): 66 vetted local companies.
- [Mold Removal & Remediation in San Antonio, TX](https://restoreradar.com/mold-removal/san-antonio-tx/): 26 vetted local companies.
- [Mold Removal & Remediation in Jacksonville, FL](https://restoreradar.com/mold-removal/jacksonville-fl/): 23 vetted local companies.
- [Mold Removal & Remediation in Fort Worth, TX](https://restoreradar.com/mold-removal/fort-worth-tx/): 26 vetted local companies.
- [Mold Removal & Remediation in Corpus Christi, TX](https://restoreradar.com/mold-removal/corpus-christi-tx/): 5 vetted local companies.
- [Storm Damage Restoration in Houston, TX](https://restoreradar.com/storm-damage-restoration/houston-tx/): 37 vetted local companies.
- [Storm Damage Restoration in Dallas, TX](https://restoreradar.com/storm-damage-restoration/dallas-tx/): 26 vetted local companies.
- [Storm Damage Restoration in Tampa, FL](https://restoreradar.com/storm-damage-restoration/tampa-fl/): 23 vetted local companies.
- [Storm Damage Restoration in New Orleans, LA](https://restoreradar.com/storm-damage-restoration/new-orleans-la/): 5 vetted local companies.
- [Storm Damage Restoration in Austin, TX](https://restoreradar.com/storm-damage-restoration/austin-tx/): 9 vetted local companies.
- [Storm Damage Restoration in Orlando, FL](https://restoreradar.com/storm-damage-restoration/orlando-fl/): 30 vetted local companies.
- [Storm Damage Restoration in San Antonio, TX](https://restoreradar.com/storm-damage-restoration/san-antonio-tx/): 14 vetted local companies.
- [Storm Damage Restoration in Jacksonville, FL](https://restoreradar.com/storm-damage-restoration/jacksonville-fl/): 7 vetted local companies.
- [Storm Damage Restoration in Fort Worth, TX](https://restoreradar.com/storm-damage-restoration/fort-worth-tx/): 11 vetted local companies.
- [Storm Damage Restoration in Corpus Christi, TX](https://restoreradar.com/storm-damage-restoration/corpus-christi-tx/): 4 vetted local companies.

## Common questions

### Can I choose my own restoration company, or do I have to use the one my insurance recommends?

In most cases you can choose your own licensed restoration company. Your insurer may suggest a preferred vendor, but it generally cannot require you to use one — the decision is yours. Confirm the details with your policy and adjuster, and make sure whoever you hire documents the work for your claim.

### Will the company bill my insurance directly?

Companies marked “bills insurance directly” coordinate with your insurer and bill them for covered work, so you usually pay only your deductible. Always confirm coverage with your own policy and adjuster.

### How fast can a restoration company respond?

Companies marked 24/7 take emergency calls around the clock and typically aim to arrive within a couple of hours for active emergencies; confirm the response window when you call, since drive time and call volume vary.

### What should I do before the crew arrives?

If it is safe, stop the source — shut off the water, or leave the building after a fire — then photograph and list the damage for your insurance claim before anything is moved or cleaned. Move undamaged belongings clear of the affected area if you safely can, and stay out of rooms with structural, electrical, or standing-water hazards until the crew arrives.


## Glossary

Plain-English definitions of common restoration terms — mitigation vs. restoration, water categories 1–3, IICRC standards, structural drying, dehumidification, containment, and more: https://restoreradar.com/glossary/

## Homeowner guides

- [How to File a Water Damage Insurance Claim](https://restoreradar.com/guides/water-damage-insurance-claim/): A step-by-step walkthrough of filing a homeowners insurance claim for water damage: what to document, who to call first, how adjusters work, and the mistakes that shrink payouts.
- [Water Damage Categories 1, 2, 3 and Classes Explained](https://restoreradar.com/guides/water-damage-categories-and-classes/): What Category 1, 2, and 3 water actually mean under the IICRC S500 standard, how the four classes describe how far water spread, and why both decide the cost and scope of a restoration job.
- [What to Do After a House Fire: The First 48 Hours](https://restoreradar.com/guides/what-to-do-after-a-house-fire/): A practical checklist for the first two days after a house fire — securing the property, notifying your insurer, understanding soot and smoke behavior, and what a fire restoration crew actually does.
- [Mold Remediation: What to Expect, Step by Step](https://restoreradar.com/guides/mold-remediation-what-to-expect/): How professional mold remediation actually works — containment, removal, cleaning, and clearance — plus the EPA's 10-square-foot guidance for small patches and the state license rules in Texas, Florida, and Louisiana.
- [How to Choose a Restoration Company (Without Getting Burned Twice)](https://restoreradar.com/guides/how-to-choose-a-restoration-company/): The signals that separate a professional restoration company from a storm-chasing operation: licensing you can verify, IICRC certification, insurance billing, response time, and the red flags to walk away from.
- [Hurricane and Storm Damage Recovery: A Gulf Coast Checklist](https://restoreradar.com/guides/hurricane-storm-damage-recovery/): What to do after hurricane or severe storm damage in Texas, Florida, or Louisiana — emergency mitigation duties, wind vs. flood insurance, FEMA assistance, and avoiding the post-storm contractor rush.
- [Structural Drying Explained: What Those Fans and Dehumidifiers Are Actually Doing](https://restoreradar.com/guides/structural-drying-explained/): Why professional water damage drying takes 3–5 days, what air movers, dehumidifiers, and moisture meters each do, why 'dry to the touch' isn't dry, and what a proper drying log looks like.
- [Restoration Costs, Deductibles, ACV vs. RCV: How the Money Actually Works](https://restoreradar.com/guides/restoration-costs-deductibles-acv-rcv/): How restoration work gets priced and paid in an insurance claim: deductibles, actual cash value vs. replacement cost, recoverable depreciation, supplements, and when paying out of pocket makes sense.

## Company

About RestoreRadar — who runs it and exactly how listings are vetted: https://restoreradar.com/about/
Contact (corrections, claims, sponsorships, press, privacy requests): https://restoreradar.com/contact/ · hello@restoreradar.com

## Free tools

- [Water Damage Restoration Cost Calculator](https://restoreradar.com/water-damage-restoration-cost/): free estimator. Typical U.S. cost for water damage restoration is $1,097–$4,685 (avg $3,864; source: Angi, 2026); the tool narrows this range by how severe the damage is and how much of the property is affected, then connects the user with vetted local companies.
- [Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Cost Calculator](https://restoreradar.com/fire-damage-restoration-cost/): free estimator. Typical U.S. cost for fire & smoke damage restoration is $3,083–$52,031 (avg $27,477; source: Angi, 2026); the tool narrows this range by how severe the damage is and how much of the property is affected, then connects the user with vetted local companies.
- [Mold Removal & Remediation Cost Calculator](https://restoreradar.com/mold-removal-cost/): free estimator. Typical U.S. cost for mold removal & remediation is $1,223–$3,756 (avg $2,368; source: Angi, 2026); the tool narrows this range by how severe the damage is and how much of the property is affected, then connects the user with vetted local companies.
- [Storm Damage Restoration Cost Calculator](https://restoreradar.com/storm-damage-restoration-cost/): free estimator. Typical U.S. cost for storm damage restoration is $2,641–$22,127 (avg $12,331; source: Angi, 2026); the tool narrows this range by how severe the damage is and how much of the property is affected, then connects the user with vetted local companies.

## How listings are evaluated

Every listing is checked on the three things that matter most in a restoration emergency: 24/7 emergency response, a verified Google rating, and direct insurance billing. RestoreRadar lists independent, local restoration companies — not national lead-broker chains. Facts are aggregated from each provider’s own website and public records; RestoreRadar never invents reviews, ratings, or provider details — an unknown value is left blank.

## For providers

Restoration companies can claim or correct a listing, or buy a featured placement, at https://restoreradar.com/claim/.
Clearly labeled sponsor placements (flat monthly rates; sponsorship never changes rankings, award scoring, or listing facts): https://restoreradar.com/advertise/