Whether you live in a historic single house downtown or a modern coastal home on James Island, owning property in Charleston comes with a unique set of challenges. From high humidity to seasonal storm surges, the Lowcountry environment can be tough on structures. When disaster strikes a burst pipe or a flash flood the speed and quality of your restoration team make all the difference.
At BOSS Disaster Restoration, we’ve been serving the Charleston Tri-County area since 1993. Here is why choosing a local, licensed expert is essential for protecting your Charleston property. We have been the experts in water damage restoration in Charleston and Mount Pleasant for over 30 years.
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Navigating Charleston’s Unique Architecture
Charleston is famous for its historic architecture, but lath and plaster walls, antique heart pine floors, and crawl-space foundations require a specialized touch. Generic “big box” restoration companies often use one-size-fits-all drying techniques that can warp historic wood or fail to reach moisture trapped in thick masonry.
As Licensed SC General Contractors (#G115041), we don’t just “dry” your home; we understand how it was built. We use advanced moisture detection and industrial-grade LGR dehumidifiers designed to pull humidity out of the air even in our 90% humidity summers, ensuring your historic materials are preserved, not replaced.
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The Humidity Factor: Mold Moves Fast in the Lowcountry
In Charleston, it’s not just the water you see—it’s the moisture you don’t. Because of our subtropical climate, mold can begin to colonize in as little as 24 to 48 hours after a water event.
If you’ve experienced a leak in West Ashley or flooding on Daniel Island, you need a team that responds in under 60 minutes. Our crews are strategically staged near the Ravenel Bridge to ensure rapid response across the peninsula and beyond. By getting there fast, we can often stop mold before it starts, saving you thousands in remediation costs.
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Dealing with Storm Surges and Flash Floods
We all know that “sunny day flooding” and heavy tropical downpours can turn Charleston streets into waterways in minutes. When stormwater enters your home, it isn’t just “water”—it’s often “Category 3” black water containing silt, bacteria, and debris.
Handling a flood requires more than a shop-vac. Our IICRC-certified technicians use a proprietary extraction system to remove water quickly and safely, followed by full-scale sanitization to ensure your home is healthy for your family and pets.
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Why the “Licensed Contractor” Status Matters
Most restoration companies stop once the fans are turned off. At BOSS, we provide Full-Service Restoration. Because we are licensed general contractors, we handle the entire process:
- Emergency water extraction and drying.
- Mold remediation and air scrubbing.
- Structural repairs and rebuilds.
- Contents cleaning and climate-controlled storage.
You won’t have to juggle five different subcontractors to get your kitchen back in order. We manage the project from the first phone call until the final coat of paint is dry.
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Seamless Insurance Coordination
The last thing you want to do after a disaster is argue with an insurance adjuster. We work directly with all insurance providers (State Farm, Allstate, Nationwide, Travelers, and more). We document every moisture reading and take detailed “before and after” photos to ensure your claim is handled fairly and your property is restored to its pre-loss condition.
Water Loss? Call the BOSS!
Don’t let a water or fire emergency ruin your piece of the Lowcountry. Whether you are in Mount Pleasant, North Charleston, Summerville, or the heart of the Peninsula, BOSS Disaster Restoration is ready 24/7.
Call us now at (843) 884-4000 for an immediate response.