--- title: Guides for Las Vegas homeowners | Nevada Water Damage url: https://nevadawaterdamage.com/resources/ business: Nevada Water Damage phone: (702) 213-9556 address: 3011 S Valley View Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89102 hours: Open 24 hours, 7 days --- - [Home](https://nevadawaterdamage.com/) - Resources Resources # Guides for Las Vegas homeowners Plain-English guides on what to do in the first hour, what decides the cost, monsoon season, the valley's housing data and the words your adjuster uses. [Call (702) 213-9556](tel:+17022139556) [Text a photo](sms:+17022139556) 24/7/365 answered day and night IICRC #261729 certified firm Licensed & insured in Nevada 5.0 ★ Google 33 reviews Resources ## Everything in this section [What to do in the first hour In the first hour after water damage, put safety first: shut off the water at the source, cut power to the area if water is near outlets, and avoid walking through standing water near electrical fixtures. Then document the damage with photos before moving anything, and call for a free inspection rather than waiting to see if it dries on its own, since mold can begin growing within 24 to 48 hours.](https://nevadawaterdamage.com/what-to-do-first/)[Water damage cost guide The cost of water damage restoration depends on the size of the affected area, the water category, how long the water sat before it was addressed, how many days of structural drying are required, and how much has to be replaced versus dried and saved. Because these factors vary so much from one job to the next, we provide a free inspection and estimate rather than a general price, and we bill most major insurance companies directly when your policy and claim allow it.](https://nevadawaterdamage.com/water-damage-cost/)[Las Vegas housing & water data Clark County has 935,960 housing units with a median year built of 1997, and 57 percent of homes were built before 2000, according to U.S. Census ACS 2023 data, meaning a large share of the valley's plumbing systems are approaching or past the age where fittings and water heaters commonly start to fail.](https://nevadawaterdamage.com/las-vegas-water-damage-data/)[Monsoon season guide Monsoon season in the Las Vegas valley runs June 15 through September 30 as the National Weather Service defines it, with most valley storms in July and August, and brings sudden, heavy storms that can overwhelm roofs, flood washes and low-lying streets, and push water into homes faster than a typical winter rain. Preparing your roof, attic and drainage before the season starts, and calling for an inspection right after a storm even if damage is not obvious, are the two most useful things a homeowner can do.](https://nevadawaterdamage.com/monsoon-season/)[Restoration glossary Restoration and insurance terms, explained in plain English.](https://nevadawaterdamage.com/glossary/)[Questions & answers This page answers the most common questions homeowners ask about water, mold and fire damage restoration, insurance claims, our process and our Las Vegas service area. If your question is not answered here, call us 24/7 and our team will walk through your specific situation with you.](https://nevadawaterdamage.com/faq/)[Our work The photos in this gallery show the kinds of water, mold and fire damage jobs our crews handle across the Las Vegas valley, from active extraction and structural drying to mold remediation and finished rebuilds. Every job is different, and these images reflect general conditions we commonly see rather than any single, identified property or claim.](https://nevadawaterdamage.com/our-work/)[Blog Practical guides on leaks, mold, fire and insurance for Las Vegas homes.](https://nevadawaterdamage.com/blog/) Questions ## Straight answers ### Should I turn off my electricity before doing anything else? If standing water is anywhere near outlets, fixtures or appliances, yes, cut power to that area at the breaker if you can do so safely, before you do anything else. If reaching the panel means walking through water, wait for help instead. ### Can you give me a price range over the phone? Not accurately. Cost depends on the area affected, the water category, how long the water sat and how much drying versus replacement is needed, all of which we determine during a free, in-person inspection. ### How old is the typical home in the Las Vegas valley? According to U.S. Census ACS 2023 data, Clark County's median year built is 1997, and 57 percent of homes were built before 2000, meaning a majority of the valley's homes are old enough for original plumbing and water heaters to be approaching or past typical wear points. ### When is monsoon season in Las Vegas? Monsoon season in the Las Vegas valley runs June 15 through September 30 as the National Weather Service defines it, with most valley storms in July and August, with storms that tend to be sudden and intense rather than long and steady. ### What counts as a water damage emergency? Any active leak, burst pipe, appliance failure or storm intrusion that is putting water into your home counts as an emergency worth calling about right away. Even a smaller leak is worth addressing quickly, since mold can begin growing within 24 to 48 hours of water exposure. ### Are these photos from real jobs? Yes, these are real photos from restoration jobs across the Las Vegas valley, not staged images. We do not include addresses, homeowner names or specific claim details. [All questions →](https://nevadawaterdamage.com/faq/)  ·  [Restoration glossary →](https://nevadawaterdamage.com/glossary/) 24 hours, 7 days ## Water where it should not be? Call now - we tell you what to do while we are on the way, and send the crew. Or leave your details and we call you in minutes. [(702) 213-9556](tel:+17022139556) [Text a photo](sms:+17022139556)