Water Extraction Services Near Me in Orlando

By the Orlando Water Damage Pros team · Updated November 2026

What to do first

1. Stop the water at the fixture valve or the main shut-off valve if you can do it safely.
2. Stay out of standing water near outlets, cords and appliances. Turn off power at the breaker only if you can reach it from a dry spot.
3. Take photos and short videos of the water, the source and damaged items.
4. Lift rugs, boxes, electronics and furniture legs off the wet floor.
5. Call the number on this page to be connected with a local water extraction provider near you.

How do I find water extraction services near me in Orlando?

To find water extraction services near you in Orlando, call the number on this page and share your city or neighborhood, the water source and how many rooms are wet. You will be connected with a local provider who serves your area, so you do not have to call a long list of companies.

Searching online often brings up companies far outside your area. A provider who already works in your part of Central Florida knows the local home styles and the storm patterns. That makes the first conversation faster and more useful. See the full list of service areas to check your city.

What do water extraction services actually include?

Water extraction services include removing standing water, pulling water out of carpet and pad, and checking walls and floors for hidden moisture. It is the step that gets the liquid out so the drying step can work.

A typical extraction visit can include:

• Truck-mounted or portable extraction units for standing water.
• Weighted or wand tools that press water out of carpet and pad.
• Moisture meters to find wet drywall, baseboards and subfloor.
• A plan for what can be dried in place and what may need to come out.

After extraction, drying equipment pulls out the moisture left behind. Learn more on the emergency water extraction page.

Does where I live in the Orlando area change the job?

Yes. Where you live can change where water collects and how it spreads. Older homes, newer slab homes, condos and lakefront lots each have their own weak spots, so the provider will ask about your home before the visit.

Slab homes, which are common across Central Florida suburbs, push water sideways under baseboards and into the next room. Condos and townhomes in places like Altamonte Springs or Lake Mary can have water moving between units. Homes near lakes and low streets can take in outdoor water during heavy storms. Telling the provider your home type helps them bring the right tools.

What should I tell the provider when I call?

Tell the provider where the water came from, how long it has been there, which rooms and floors are wet, and your city or neighborhood. Those details shape the plan more than anything else.

• The source, such as a supply line, water heater, AC drain line, roof, toilet or outdoor flooding.
• When you first noticed the water.
• Flooring types, like carpet, tile, wood or laminate.
• Whether water reached walls, cabinets or a ceiling below.
• Whether power is off in any wet area.

If you are not sure about the source, say so. That is common and the provider will check during the visit.

Is water from an AC drain or water heater worth a call?

Yes, if the water has soaked carpet, reached drywall or spread past one small spot. AC drain lines and water heaters often leak slowly, so the damage can be bigger than it looks by the time you find it.

In Central Florida, air handlers sit in closets, garages and attics, and a clogged drain line can soak a ceiling or a closet floor. Water heaters often leak into a garage or laundry area and then under walls. Shut off the water to the unit if you can. Read more about appliance leak water damage cleanup.

When is outdoor floodwater a different kind of job?

Outdoor floodwater is a different job because it is dirty water. It can carry soil, bacteria and debris, so porous items it touches, like carpet pad and the bottom of drywall, often need to be removed instead of dried.

Treat any water that came in from the yard, the street or a sewer line as dirty. Wear gloves and boots, keep kids and pets away and avoid touching it with bare skin. Tell the provider it was outdoor water when you call. See storm and flood damage cleanup for more.

What happens during the visit?

During the visit, a local water damage provider inspects the area, finds the source, measures moisture, explains your options and gives you a written quote before any work starts. You decide what happens next.

The inspection usually covers floors, walls, baseboards, cabinets and any ceiling below the wet area. Moisture meters and sometimes thermal cameras show how far the water went. The provider will explain what can be dried in place and what may need to be removed. Ask for photos of the moisture readings and keep a copy of the quote. Read more about how it works.

How should I document the damage for insurance?

Document the damage before and during cleanup with photos, videos and notes. Keep damaged parts, like a burst supply line, and save every receipt and written quote.

Many policies treat sudden damage differently from gradual leaks, so check your policy and document everything. FEMA says most homeowners insurance does not cover flood damage. Florida DFS says some policies may exclude water that backs up from an outside sewer or drain, though that coverage may be added by endorsement. Under section 627.70132, Florida Statutes, notice of a new property insurance claim must be given within 1 year after the date of loss. This is general information, not legal advice. For more, read water damage insurance claim basics.

Water extraction services across Orlando, Winter Park and Kissimmee

Central Florida weather keeps extraction providers busy for much of the year. An NWS Melbourne study found the median onset of the wet season at Orlando is May 24 and the median onset of the dry season is October 15. The average wet season lasts 146 days at Orlando and provides about 61% of its total annual rainfall.

The official Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, so storm water can still reach homes this month. Indoor air also matters after a leak. The Florida Department of Health says most experts suggest indoor relative humidity below 60%, which is hard to hold when carpet and drywall are wet.

Calls come from across Orlando, Winter Park, Kissimmee, Sanford, Altamonte Springs, Lake Mary, Oviedo, Winter Garden, Apopka and Clermont. Share your city when you call so you are connected with a provider who works near you.

Related pages

• Emergency water extraction
• Structural drying and dehumidification
• Appliance leak water damage cleanup
• Water damage restoration in Winter Park