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How many listed water damage companies are in Tampa, FL?
65 companies. RestoreRadar lists 65 water damage restoration companies whose sourced records indicate they serve Tampa, FL. Ownership is not inferred, and listing is not an endorsement or an overall verification decision.
How much does water damage restoration cost in Tampa?
$450–$16,000 (avg $3,867). National pricing; Tampa cost varies with the size of the loss. Insurance coverage is not included in this estimate and depends on the cause of loss, policy terms, exclusions, and limits. (source: Angi, 2026)
What evidence is shown for these Tampa companies?
57 of 65 offer 24/7 emergency response. Also, 24 of 65 are IICRC Certified Firms (verified in the official IICRC registry, not self-claimed), 1 of 65 have a linked Florida individual mold credential checked on the official DBPR roster, and 39 of 65 bill insurance directly. These are separate provider statements, public observations, or registry checks; they do not establish an overall provider approval.
Are these Tampa companies rated?
4.9★ average across 62 companies with public Google ratings. Ratings are pulled from each company's Google Business Profile — RestoreRadar shows a score only where a real one exists and never invents a review.
Are these Tampa companies real local businesses?
64 of 65 have a domain-matched Google Business location. Each mapped listing is tied to a Google Business Profile by its website domain; this supports the location match, not workmanship or current availability.

Methodology and aggregate downloads for Tampa water damage directory figures.

How to compare water damage restoration companies in Tampa

Stop or isolate the water source before comparing cleanup plans, and identify who is allowed to control it. The Tampa Water Department says customers should use a private shut-off valve when available and that only an authorized city representative may operate the city's curb stop. Ask each company whether it is performing extraction and drying only, whether it will coordinate a utility turn-off, and which named contractor will repair the pipe, fixture, appliance, roof, or other source. Emergency arrival does not establish responsibility for the utility valve or the source repair.

Require a written record of safety conditions, affected materials, moisture measurements, and drying completion. EPA flooded-home guidance addresses electrical and structural hazards, potentially contaminated floodwater, removal of standing water, and rapid drying to limit mold growth. Give each Tampa bidder the same photographs and loss timeline, then ask what it inspected, which materials it proposes to clean, dry, remove, or refer, how often it will monitor moisture, and which written criteria will show that mitigation is complete. Compare those records before comparing equipment counts or one water-cleanup total.

Document where the water entered without asking a restoration company to decide insurance coverage. The National Flood Insurance Program explains that flood policies cover direct physical damage from water entering from the ground up, while top-down intrusion such as wind-driven rain or water through a damaged roof follows a different coverage path. Ask each company to record observed water lines, entry points, rooms, materials, photographs, and temporary work, and keep those observations separate from policy interpretation. If more than one cause may apply, notify the relevant insurers and let them determine coverage.

Separate mitigation from source repair, regulated trade work, and reconstruction before signing. Tampa Construction Services says contractors may work only within the scope of their licenses and explains how building, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing permits and inspections apply to the actual project. Ask which legal business will perform each phase, who will hold each required permit, what will be subcontracted, who will request inspections, and who must correct rejected work. Before final payment, compare the drying record, contract, change orders, permit history, inspection results, invoices, and warranties.

Official sources: Tampa Water Department shutoff and leak guidance · EPA flooded-home safety and drying guidance · National Flood Insurance Program claim guidance · Tampa Construction Services permit and contractor FAQ

Water Damage Restoration company details in Tampa

5 of 65 water damage restoration companies in Tampa, FL — sourced signals only. A blank cell means we haven't confirmed that signal, not that the company lacks it. Full filterable directory below.
Company 24/7 response Bills insurance Google rating
Big Wave Restoration Yes Yes ★ 5 (377)
The Water Damage Pros Yes Yes ★ 4.9 (66)
Revive Water Damage Restoration Yes Yes ★ 4.9 (116)
Expert Water Removal Yes Yes ★ 4.8 (698)
Tidal Restoration Yes Yes ★ 5 (172)

The Tampa water damage market, by the numbers

RestoreRadar currently lists 65 water damage companies whose sourced records indicate they serve Tampa, FL. Of the 62 with public Google ratings, 59 hold 4.5★ or higher and 3 sit between 4.0 and 4.4★, across 6,730 customer reviews in total. Independently verifiable credentials: 24 are IICRC Certified Firms per the official IICRC Global Locator, and 1 has a linked individual mold-remediator credential checked on the official DBPR roster.

These figures describe RestoreRadar's listed providers as of August 3, 2026 — not a census of every company operating in Tampa. A missing signal means we did not confirm it, never that a company lacks it.
Sourced signalTampa water damage listings
Listed companies65
Offering 24/7 emergency response57 of 65 (88%)
Billing insurance directly39 of 65 (60%)
Domain-matched Google Business location in metro64 of 65
IICRC Certified Firms (official registry)24 of 65
With a linked Florida individual mold credential1 of 65
With public Google ratings62 of 65 — ★4.9 average company rating; 6,730 customer reviews in total

65 Water Damage Restoration companies in Tampa

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What is water damage restoration?

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.

Checked by RestoreRadar · Updated · Details come from company websites and public Google Business records. Unconfirmed fields are left blank.

Choosing water damage restoration in Tampa

When water damage hits a home or business in Tampa, FL, response time and suitable equipment matter. RestoreRadar shows sourced statements and public observations without treating them as an overall provider approval. Use the filters to narrow the list, open each profile's verification receipt, then confirm availability, insurance, licensing for the exact scope, and written terms directly.

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Tampa water damage questions

How fast can a water damage company respond in Tampa, FL?
A 24/7 mark means RestoreRadar observed that statement on the provider's website; it is not a tested arrival-time promise. Ask for a current response estimate because drive time, crew availability, and call volume vary.
Why does IICRC certification matter for water damage restoration?
IICRC publishes standards and operates certification programs for the inspection, cleaning, and restoration industry. A RestoreRadar IICRC Certified Firm status is claim-specific and based on the named registry record; confirm that the credential is current and relevant to the work you need.
Will the company bill my insurance directly?
A "bills insurance directly" mark means the company states that practice on its website. It does not guarantee your insurer will cover the loss, the provider will accept assignment, or you will owe only a deductible. Confirm the process with the provider, your policy, and your adjuster.
Can I choose my own water damage company, or do I have to use the one my insurance recommends?
Choice rights and policy procedures vary by jurisdiction and policy. Ask your insurer what your policy requires, compare providers, confirm credentials for the exact work, and get the scope and authorization in writing before work begins.
Are these national chains or local Tampa, FL companies?
RestoreRadar lists companies whose sourced records indicate they serve Tampa, FL. RestoreRadar does not infer ownership: a listing may be locally owned, a branch, or a franchise. Review the provider profile and source links, then confirm current service area directly.
What should I do before a water damage crew arrives in Tampa, FL?
Put safety ahead of photographs or property protection. Stay out of wet electrical areas, sewage, floodwater, active fire or smoke, and unstable rooms. Shut off water only when the normal shutoff is safely accessible; after a fire, do not re-enter until the fire department or other responsible authority clears the structure. When safe, document the condition, report the facts promptly, and ask what emergency work may proceed.
What is the difference between remediation and restoration for water damage?
Mitigation limits additional water damage through work such as extraction, drying, dehumidification, and monitoring. Remediation can add controlled handling of mold, sewage, floodwater, or other contaminated materials. Restoration or reconstruction repairs the building afterward. One company may offer several phases, but the contract and estimate should identify each authorized scope, the completion record, and any separate regulated trades or permits.
What are the risks of not restoring water damage?
Moisture can remain inside drywall, flooring, insulation, and framing after standing water is gone, so delayed source control, extraction, or measured drying can allow additional material damage and mold growth. EPA guidance recommends drying wet materials quickly when safety and contamination conditions allow. Report the facts promptly and ask the insurer what documentation or temporary protection the policy requires; only the insurer can apply those terms to a specific claim.
How much does water damage restoration cost in Tampa, FL?
Nationally, water damage restoration typically runs $450–$16,000, averaging about $3,867 (source: Angi, 2026). Actual Tampa, FL pricing varies with local rates, access, and how far the damage spread. This estimate does not assume insurance coverage; coverage depends on the cause of loss, policy terms, exclusions, and limits. A "bills insurance directly" mark describes a provider-stated billing practice, not a coverage decision.

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