Flood cleanup & water extraction
Pumping standing water, shoveling river mud and silt, and removing soaked carpet, pad and drywall.
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Water Damage & Flood Cleanup in Pagosa Springs, CO: Free Local Quotes
Describe the flood, leak or burst pipe once. Independent restoration companies serving Pagosa Springs, Pagosa Lakes and the San Juan region can reply with no-obligation quotes.
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October–November 2026 San Juan River flooding: recovery guide
As of November 1, 2026: the San Juan River at Pagosa Springs crested at 15.02 ft on October 23, 2026, the second-highest crest on record at that time. A second crest is forecast for the night of November 1. The recovery guide covers safety, free volunteer help, damage reporting, debris drop-off, insurance and what assistance does and does not exist yet.
If you're under an evacuation order, leave now. Come back to this later.
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What to do first
- Stay safe. Don't enter a flooded building until officials say it's safe. Floodwater can carry sewage, so wear boots and gloves.
- Power. Turn off power at the breaker only if you can reach it without standing in water. If not, wait for the utility or an electrician.
- Take photos and video of every wet room, the water line on the walls and damaged belongings before anything is moved.
- Call your insurer and ask for a copy of your policy. A Colorado insurer must provide one within 3 business days of your request.
- Don't wait on drying. The EPA says materials dried within 24 to 48 hours usually won't grow mold. Once it's safe, start getting quotes.
Water damage services in Pagosa Springs
Each page explains what independent restoration companies typically do, what it tends to cost, and what is specific to a high, cold river town in southwest Colorado.
Structural drying
Air movers, dehumidifiers and daily moisture readings until framing, subfloor and logs reach a dry standard.
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Mold after flooding
When walls stayed wet longer than two days, assume mold and plan for containment and removal.
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Frozen & burst pipes
January lows near 1°F split pipes in crawl spaces, garages and exterior walls, often in empty cabins.
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Sewage & septic backup
Category 3 water from a sewer line, a flooded septic tank or contaminated floodwater needs disinfection.
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Ice dams & roof leaks
Snowmelt that refreezes at the eaves and backs up under shingles into ceilings and insulation.
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Crawl space & basement water
Groundwater, snowmelt and floodwater under the floor, where wet insulation and soil keep a house damp.
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Flood insurance claim documentation
Help with photos, moisture logs and contents lists your adjuster will ask for. Documentation only.
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One request, quotes from independent companies, and the choice stays yours.
Tell us what happened
Use the form or call. Say what flooded or leaked, when, which rooms or the crawl space are wet, and whether you have a well or septic system.
Companies reply
Independent restoration companies that serve your part of the county review the details and contact you. Response times are set by the companies, not by this site.
You compare and choose
Ask each one for a written, itemized estimate, check the points on our FAQ, and hire only the company you trust. There is no fee and no obligation.
Why water damage happens here
Pagosa Springs sits at about 7,100 ft with the San Juan River running through downtown. That setting brings a few problems that flatland guides don't cover.
The river and creeks
The San Juan crested at 12.82 ft in October 2025 and at 15.02 ft on October 23, 2026. In 2026 the Piedra, Navajo and Rio Blanco gauges also set records. Low-lying homes, crawl spaces and septic systems along the corridors take the water first. See the 2026 flood guide.
Snowmelt and ice dams
Heavy snow up toward Wolf Creek Pass feeds spring runoff into the San Juan. On roofs, melt refreezes at cold eaves and backs up under shingles. The leak often shows up as a ceiling stain weeks later. See ice dams and roof leaks.
Deep cold and burst pipes
The January mean low is about 1°F. Pipes in crawl spaces, garages and outside walls freeze, split, and then leak when they thaw. A small split can put out a lot of water in a few hours. See frozen and burst pipes.
Vacant second homes
About a third of Archuleta County homes (32.6%, Census ACS) are seasonal or second homes. A leak in an empty cabin can run for days before anyone notices. Ask a neighbor or property manager to check heat and shut off water while you're away.
Wells and septic
Many rural homes rely on a private well and septic system. After a flood, the Archuleta County Public Health Department says to turn off power to the well before inspection and not to pump septic tanks until groundwater drops. See sewage and septic backup.
Older homes and tear-out
Flood-damaged drywall in older homes may contain asbestos in joint compound or tape, as the Town of Pagosa Springs has warned. Colorado requires certified handling above small thresholds, so ask about testing before walls come out.
What water damage typically costs
Typical national published ranges: water extraction about $3.75 to $7.50 per sq ft (Fixr), flood or flooded-basement cleanup about $4 to $12 per sq ft (HomeGuide), and a typical water damage job $1,200 to $5,000 (Fixr). These are not local quotes. Pagosa Springs quotes come from the companies, not from this site.
Areas served
Pagosa Springs and Archuleta County, plus nearby communities in La Plata and Rio Grande counties. All service areas.
Common questions
Is this a restoration company?
No. Pagosa Springs Water Damage Pros is a free quote service. You describe the water damage once, and independent restoration companies serving Pagosa Springs and Archuleta County can reply with quotes. We do not extract water, dry buildings or send crews, and you are under no obligation to hire anyone who replies.
I'm under an evacuation order. Should I fill out the form?
No. Leave first and follow instructions from the Town of Pagosa Springs and Archuleta County. Do not go back into a flooded building until officials say it is safe. Your damage will still be there when you return, and so will this form. Photos taken later still help a claim.
Does homeowners insurance cover the river flooding?
Generally no. Standard homeowners policies generally exclude flood, according to the Colorado Division of Insurance. Flood damage is usually covered only by a National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) or private flood policy. A burst pipe or roof leak is a different peril and is often covered. Read your policy or ask your agent for your situation.
Is FEMA money available to homeowners for the 2026 flood?
As of November 1, 2026, FEMA Individual Assistance has not been approved for the October to November 2026 flooding. The October 31 federal request covers public assistance and hazard mitigation only. Reporting damage through the County's Crisis Track portal is still worth doing. Our recovery guide tracks the status.
How much does flood cleanup cost?
National published ranges put flood or flooded-basement cleanup at about $4 to $12 per square foot (HomeGuide) and a typical water damage job at $1,200 to $5,000 (Fixr). These are not local quotes. River floods with mud, sewage or tear-out often run higher. See the cost guide and its calculator.
Are the companies licensed?
Colorado has no state license for water damage restoration, mold remediation or general contracting, so ask each company directly. Inside Town limits, contractors and their subs need a Town business license. Ask for an insurance certificate, a written estimate, and a state license for any plumbing or electrical work. IICRC training is a useful extra.
More answers on the full FAQ and the restoration process page.
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