Richland County
Water damage & mold help in Columbia, SC
Columbia is South Carolina's capital, set where the Broad and Saluda rivers meet to form the Congaree. In October 2015, a historic rainstorm dropped more than 20 inches on the area, breaching dams and flooding homes across the city. Hot, humid summers and crawlspace homes make mold a constant concern.
Areas served
Shandon · Five Points · Forest Acres area · Rosewood · Elmwood Park
ZIPs include 29201, 29202, 29203, 29204, 29205, 29206
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Columbia homes and water damage
Shandon, Rosewood and Elmwood Park have early-1900s homes on crawlspaces with aging plumbing, and student rentals near the University of South Carolina change tenants often. Many homes in Shandon and Rosewood have been updated, but original crawlspace plumbing is still common.
Extreme rainfall flooding
The October 2015 flood breached dams and flooded homes along Gills Creek and other streams.
River flooding
The Congaree, Broad and Saluda rivers flood during prolonged heavy rain.
Humidity and crawlspace mold
Columbia's heat and humidity keep crawlspaces damp, causing mold.
Student rental leaks
Rentals near campus see frequent leaks that can go unreported.
AC condensate leaks
Columbia's long, hot summers keep AC systems running for months, and clogged condensate lines and rusted pans overflow into ceilings.
Severe storms
Summer thunderstorms bring heavy rain, wind and falling trees across the Midlands.
Older plumbing
Older homes near downtown have aging galvanized supply lines and cast-iron drains that leak inside walls.
Ice storms
Occasional ice storms knock out power and freeze pipes in crawlspaces.
Common calls in Columbia
Also available: emergency water damage and all restoration services.
Columbia at a glance
- County
- Richland County
- Neighborhoods
- Shandon, Five Points, Forest Acres area, Rosewood
- ZIP codes
- 29201, 29202, 29203, 29204, 29205, 29206
- Nearby
- Charleston, SC, Greenville, SC
Columbia questions
Do I need flood insurance in Columbia?
It's worth considering. The 2015 flood damaged many homes outside high-risk zones, and homeowners policies exclude flood.
Do I need a permit for repairs in Columbia?
Structural, plumbing and electrical repairs need permits from the City of Columbia Building Services.
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