Water Damage Restoration in Valley Village

A small neighborhood between North Hollywood and Studio City, full of apartments and older homes.

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Water Damage in Valley Village

Valley Village sits between North Hollywood and Studio City, with quiet residential streets, older single-family homes and a large number of apartment buildings.

Older apartment buildings often share plumbing stacks between units, so a leak or backup can show up several floors away from where it started. A backup in a shared drain can bring sewage into lower units, which calls for a different, more careful cleanup.

Good to Know in Valley Village

  • Water Service

    LADWP supplies water here. A break in the street or at the meter is theirs to fix; pipes after the meter are the owner’s.

  • Permits

    Repairs that touch plumbing, electrical or structure go through the LA Department of Building and Safety (LADBS).

  • Shared Drains

    If water or sewage comes up through a tub or floor drain, stop using water in the unit and tell the building manager.

  • Sewage Is Different

    Sewage backups are Category 3 water. Porous materials it touches usually have to be removed.

  • ZIP Codes

    91607

Common Questions in Valley Village

Sewage came up through my tub. Is it safe to clean myself?

Small amounts in a tub can be cleaned with gloves and disinfectant. If it reached floors, carpet or walls, it needs professional cleanup with protective gear.

Who fixes a shared drain line?

The building owner, usually with a plumber. We handle the cleanup and drying of the affected units.

Do you work with landlords and property managers?

Yes. We send photos and readings so owners and insurers can see the work.

Tell Us What Happened.

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Los Angeles, CA
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