New Orleans sits in a bowl surrounded by water. Lake Pontchartrain to the north, the Mississippi River curving through the city, and the Gulf of Mexico 90 miles south. When heavy rain overwhelms the pumping system, water has nowhere to go but into homes and businesses. The city's high water table means basements flood from groundwater seepage, not just surface water. This creates chronic moisture problems that standard drying cannot solve. Mold grows in wall cavities and under flooring where you cannot see it. Professional antimicrobial treatment and odor abatement are not optional after flooding in this environment. They are required to make the property safe for occupancy.
Our team works throughout the greater New Orleans metro, from the Lower Ninth Ward to Metairie and Kenner. We understand how different construction types respond to water damage. Historic properties in the Garden District and French Quarter require careful treatment to preserve original plaster and wood. Mid-century homes in Gentilly and New Orleans East have different moisture profiles because of slab foundations and drywall construction. We adjust our disinfection and deodorization protocols based on building materials, contamination category, and occupancy requirements. Local knowledge prevents mistakes that out-of-town restoration companies make when treating properties in this unique environment.
