Water, Fire and Mold Restoration in Johnstown, CO

Johnstown, Milliken and Mead are some of the fastest-growing towns in Northern Colorado, and new homes can have water problems too. Our crew covers all three towns, day and night. We get the water stopped, the house dried and the claim documented, start to finish.

At a glance

• Restoration 1 of Northern Colorado handles water damage, fire and smoke damage, mold and storm damage in Johnstown, Milliken and Mead.
• The phone is answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and crews dispatch from the shop at 6377 Rockwell Ct in Loveland.
• Each job starts with stopping the damage, then extraction and drying confirmed with moisture meters.
• Every step is photographed and recorded so the homeowner's insurance adjuster has the full record.
• Johnstown is in Weld and Larimer counties.

Water in a brand-new home

New neighborhoods have spread across Johnstown and along the I-25 and Highway 60 corridor. A new home isn't immune to water damage. A supply line fitting that wasn't tightened, a drain line that separates, or a water heater installed without a pan can leak slowly behind a wall for weeks. If you see a stain, warped trim or a damp spot in a newer home, shut off the water to that fixture and call us. We find the extent of the moisture with meters, so the repair covers everything that got wet.

Grading, window wells and basement water

In a new subdivision, the soil around a foundation settles for the first few years. When it settles toward the house instead of away from it, rain and snowmelt run straight to the basement walls. Window wells without covers fill up in a downpour. Walk your yard after a heavy rain and look where the water goes. If water reaches your basement, move belongings off wet floors and call us. We pull the water out and dry the walls and slab quickly, which keeps mold from getting a foothold.

The Little Thompson and the 2013 floods

The Little Thompson River crosses Highway 60 between Johnstown and Milliken. In September 2013 it ran far outside its banks, washing out the highway embankments at the bridge, and floodwater over Highway 60 cut Milliken off for a time. Floodwater is contaminated (Category 3) and needs professional removal and cleaning, not a shop vac and a fan.

Unheated garages and frozen pipes

Many homes here have plumbing that runs through or near the garage, along with laundry rooms and utility sinks on exterior walls. During a hard cold snap, an unheated garage can freeze a pipe in a single night. Keep the garage door down on frigid nights, and find the main shut-off before winter arrives. If one splits, close the main valve, keep clear of any wet outlets, and give us a call.

Milliken and Mead

Milliken sits to the east of Johnstown and Mead to the south, along I-25. Both have grown quickly, with new neighborhoods next to older farm properties. We serve both towns the same way we serve Johnstown: the same crews, the same 24/7 phone line, and careful documentation for your claim.

Supply lines and water heaters: leaks you can prevent

Many water damage calls start with a part that wore out quietly. Braided stainless supply lines under sinks and toilets typically last 10 to 15 years, plastic flexible lines 5 to 10, and the rubber hoses behind many washing machines only 3 to 5. Water heaters have an anode rod that protects the tank from corrosion; it wears out faster with hard or softened water and should be checked a couple of years after installation. Warning signs include bulging or fraying hoses, rust or green and white flakes on fittings, discolored water and low pressure. Replacing a worn line costs far less than drying out a kitchen. In a newer Johnstown home, check them anyway: a fitting installed wrong can fail long before the part wears out.

Frequently asked questions

We just moved into a new home and found water. Who pays?

It depends on the cause. A builder warranty may cover a construction defect, and your homeowners policy may cover sudden water damage. Call both, and keep our documentation of the damage and its cause.

Should I call my builder or my insurer first?

Stop the water first, then call us to limit the damage. After that, call both. Our photos and moisture readings help your builder and your adjuster see the same facts.

Why does water come into my basement when it rains?

Common causes are settled grading that slopes toward the house, downspouts that drain too close to the foundation, and uncovered window wells. We dry the damage, and we'll tell you what we saw so you can fix the cause.

A pipe burst in my garage. What do I do?

Close the main valve, unplug or switch off anything near the water in the garage, and call. The garage drywall and the wall it shares with the house both need checking. Take photos before you move anything.

How fast can a crew reach Johnstown, Milliken or Mead?

Johnstown is close to our Loveland shop, just across I-25. We pick up 24/7 and give you an arrival time on the first call.

Can mold grow behind drywall without showing?

Yes. A slow leak inside a wall can keep the drywall and framing wet for weeks before a stain appears. A musty smell is often the first sign. We check with moisture meters before anything gets closed up.