Charleston County
Water damage & mold help in Charleston, SC
Charleston's historic peninsula floods more than almost any other U.S. city, from tidal flooding at high tide to heavy rain and hurricane surge. Historic single houses downtown, ranch homes in West Ashley and newer subdivisions all face the same humid climate, where mold follows quickly after any leak.
Areas served
Downtown peninsula · West Ashley · James Island · Wagener Terrace · North Charleston
ZIPs include 29407, 29401, 29403, 29406, 29409, 29412
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Charleston homes and water damage
Historic homes have plaster walls, original wood floors and often crawlspaces or raised foundations. Newer homes are often slab or crawlspace construction.
Tidal flooding
King tides regularly flood downtown streets, and the frequency of tidal flooding has increased sharply in recent decades.
Hurricanes and surge
Hurricane Hugo in 1989 devastated the area, and storms like Matthew (2016) and Irma (2017) flooded the peninsula.
Humidity and mold
Constant humidity means mold grows fast after a leak.
Drainage tunnel projects
The city has spent years building deep drainage tunnels and pump stations to reduce peninsula flooding, but many streets still flood during heavy rain at high tide.
Historic single houses
Charleston single houses have long side piazzas, plaster walls and older roofs, and many sit just a few feet above sea level.
Rapid growth in surrounding areas
Fast-growing areas like Summerville and James Island add new homes in low-lying areas, where drainage can be a problem.
Common calls in Charleston
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Charleston at a glance
- County
- Charleston County
- Neighborhoods
- Downtown peninsula, West Ashley, James Island, Wagener Terrace
- ZIP codes
- 29407, 29401, 29403, 29406, 29409, 29412
- Nearby
- Columbia, SC, Greenville, SC, Charlotte, NC, Atlanta, GA
Charleston questions
Is tidal flooding covered by insurance in Charleston?
No. Tidal flooding and surge require flood insurance, not homeowners coverage.
Do I need a permit for repairs on a historic Charleston home?
Structural work needs permits from the City of Charleston, and exterior changes in historic districts may need Board of Architectural Review approval.
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