Frequently Asked Questions — Storm & Flood Restoration Sydney
How quickly can you respond to storm or flood damage in Sydney?
We aim to be on-site within 60 minutes of your call across greater Sydney. Our teams are positioned across the metro area and are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week — including weekends and public holidays. When we arrive, we come equipped with extraction units, drying rigs, moisture metres, and thermal imaging cameras, ready to begin work immediately.
Does my home insurance cover storm and flood damage restoration?
Most standard Home Building insurance policies in Australia cover sudden storm damage — including water intrusion from roof damage, broken windows, and blocked gutters. Flood damage (ground-level water inundation) is often a separate add-on that not all policies include automatically. We recommend checking your PDS or calling your insurer to confirm. We liaise directly with all major Australian insurers and will help you navigate the claims process from start to finish.
What is the difference between storm damage and flood damage?
Storm damage occurs when water enters your property through the structure — via a damaged roof, broken windows, overwhelmed gutters, or cracked walls. Flood damage refers to ground-level water inundation, typically from overflowing rivers, stormwater drainage, or flash flooding. The distinction matters for insurance purposes — many policies treat them differently. Our team will classify the damage correctly in our assessment report to support your insurance claim.
Can mould grow after a storm or flood event?
Yes — mould spores are always present in the air and only need moisture and a surface to begin growing. In Sydney’s climate, mould can start forming within 24 to 48 hours of a water event. This is why speed of response matters so much. Our rapid extraction and industrial drying process eliminates the moisture conditions that mould needs to grow, preventing a secondary problem from forming on top of the initial water damage.
How long does storm and flood restoration take?
Small jobs — such as a single room with minor water intrusion — typically take 2 to 3 days to dry out and restore. Larger events involving structural saturation, multiple rooms, or sub-floor drying can take 5 to 10 days. We provide a timeline estimate after our initial assessment. Our daily moisture monitoring ensures the job is completed properly, not just quickly.
Do I need to vacate my property during storm and flood restoration?
In most cases, you can remain in unaffected areas of the property during restoration. However, if there is sewage contamination (Category 3 black water), significant mould growth, or structural instability, we will advise temporary relocation for health and safety reasons. We will always be transparent about what is needed and why.