Best water damage restoration companies in Ottawa
These are the 15 highest-scoring water damage restoration companies in Ottawa, ranked by our earned composite score (see methodology), which weighs rating, review volume, recency and sentiment together rather than star rating alone. Most of these teams handle the same core work: emergency extraction, drying, mold checks and insurance paperwork.
If your damage is mainly from fire or smoke rather than water, see our separate list of the best fire & smoke damage restoration companies in Ottawa. This list is ordered by composite score, so a company with fewer reviews can still land near the top if its sentiment and consistency are strong.
Picks are ranked by score and relevance to water damage restoration service, so a lower overall score can rank higher here.
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ecoclean Construction | 89 | 5 (79) | — | Crisis-tested, honest advice |
| 2 | Flooring Liquidators Ottawa East | 88 | 4.8 (347) | — | Water-damaged flooring replacement |
| 3 | PatchBoyz Ottawa Drywall Repair | 88 | 4.9 (239) | — | Water-damaged ceiling and drywall repair |
| 4 | 911 Restoration of Ottawa | 85 | 4.8 (47) | — | Fast crisis response, clear updates |
| 5 | Renovco Ottawa Inc. | 85 | 4.7 (56) | — | Restoration plus full renovation |
| 6 | Restoration Mate Ottawa | 84 | 5 (27) | — | Under-an-hour emergency response |
| 7 | MICO | 83 | 5 (21) | — | Same-day extraction to finished repair |
| 8 | Hudson Restoration Ottawa | 81 | 5 (14) | — | The team technicians, basement to roof |
| 9 | YMSG Service Group | 81 | 4.8 (52) | — | Cleaning-focused, verify scope first |
| 10 | First Response | 80 | 4.5 (78) | — | Mold testing and structural repair |
| 11 | Ottawa Mold Removal-Orleans-Kanata | 80 | 5 (10) | — | Weekend availability, mold and water combined |
| 12 | RestorePro Ottawa | 78 | 4.8 (42) | — | Seamless finish work after flooding |
| 13 | Maximum Restore Solutions | 77 | 5 (6) | — | Basement floods and burst pipes |
| 14 | Asbestos Removal Ottawa - AUCOIN'S | 77 | 5 (7) | — | Asbestos removal with mold discovery |
| 15 | Bachly Construction | 77 | 5 (6) | — | The team rebuilds after disaster |
Ecoclean Construction
5 (79 reviews)score 89/100
With 79 reviews at a perfect 5.0 and the highest composite score on this list, Ecoclean Construction stands out for how it handled the July 1 flood surge: even when it couldn't take every job, the team still answered questions and gave advice rather than walking away. Contractors and inspectors return repeatedly for asbestos removal, demolition and mold work because the sites stay contained and clean.
- Calms overwhelmed homeowners with honest, no-pressure advice during a crisis
- The team for asbestos and other hazardous material removal
- Trusted by contractors and insurance companies for repeat work
- Clean, organized worksites with proper safety containment
Services: flood water extraction, sewage cleanup, mold remediation, water damage restoration service
Flooring Liquidators Ottawa East
4.8 (347 reviews)score 88/100
This is primarily a flooring retailer and installer, but its crews are called out often for assessing and fixing water damage found under old floors before laying new ones, which matters a lot in Ottawa's older housing stock. With 347 reviews at 4.8 stars, it has by far the largest review base on this list.
- Installers like the ones named in reviews get singled out for flawless, efficient work
- Thorough water damage assessment before new flooring goes down
- Wide range of flooring materials and competitive pricing
- Staff give patient, helpful product consultation
Watch out: One dispute over a strict 25% restocking fee on a cancelled order; deposits are noted as non-refundable.
Services: water damage restoration service, flood water extraction
PatchBoyz Ottawa Drywall Repair
4.9 (239 reviews)score 88/100
PatchBoyz shows up again and again for water-damaged ceilings, from small patches to full replacements after leaks or burst supply lines, and the finish work is repeatedly described as blending in seamlessly. With 239 reviews and a 4.9 rating, the crew-level work is consistently strong even though office communication has been inconsistent for a few customers.
- The team arrive early, explain the work, and finish fast
- Drywall patches and ceiling repairs blend in invisibly
- Thorough daily cleanup on multi-day jobs
- The team returned at no charge to perfect a water-damaged ceiling
Watch out: A few reviewers describe mixed messaging from the office on fees and scope, and one job was left without clear followup.
Services: flood water extraction, mold remediation, water damage restoration service
911 Restoration of Ottawa
4.8 (47 reviews)score 85/100
During the July 1 floods, 911 Restoration was reportedly the only company that responded to dozens of calls at once, getting crews on-site within 24 hours. Reviewers highlight the manage-and-monitor approach to avoid unnecessary charges, plus detailed reporting and follow-up after the job wraps.
- Same-day callbacks and fast crisis response
- IICRC-certified team with field management experience
- Assess-before-cutting approach avoids overcharging
- Strong post-project follow-up and support
Services: flood water extraction, fire smoke restoration, sewage cleanup, mold remediation
Renovco Ottawa Inc.
4.7 (56 reviews)score 85/100
Renovco pairs emergency water damage and mold decontamination with in-house renovation, so a flooded bathroom or basement can go from extraction straight through to a finished remodel with the same team. Reviewers report fast dispatch and fair pricing across 56 reviews averaging 4.7 stars.
- IICRC accredited and Clean the team certified
- Quick dispatch on emergencies
- The team consultation included for the rebuild phase
- The team restoration and full renovation in-house
Services: flood water extraction, fire smoke restoration, mold remediation, water damage restoration service
Restoration Mate Ottawa
5 (27 reviews)score 84/100
Restoration Mate's reviewers describe arrival within 30 minutes to an hour of an emergency call, with invoices that match the original quote and daily photo updates through the job. All 27 reviews are five stars, and the sentiment around thorough drying (no lingering musty smell) is consistent.
- 30-minute to one-hour emergency response times
- Transparent pricing that matches quotes exactly
- The team progress photos and communication
- Smooth insurance claim coordination
Services: flood water extraction, fire smoke restoration, sewage cleanup, structural drying dehumidification
MICO
5 (21 reviews)score 83/100
MICO combines fast water extraction with the finishing work to make a home look right again, and reviewers consistently note that quotes hold at the final bill. With 21 reviews at a perfect 5.0, the sample is smaller, so treat the strong score as a promising early signal rather than a long track record.
- Same-day emergency response
- Transparent estimates that match final bills
- Combines extraction with full renovation finishing
- The team technicians get consistent praise in reviews
Services: fire smoke restoration, mold remediation, water damage restoration service, flood water extraction
Hudson Restoration Ottawa
5 (14 reviews)score 81/100
Hudson Restoration's reviewers describe technicians who treat a flooded home like their own, with clear communication and thorough drying and dehumidifying. The 5.0 rating comes from 14 reviews, a smaller sample worth weighing against companies with a longer history.
- Fast emergency response and communication
- The team technicians with hands-on expertise
- The team-service coverage: water, fire, mold, reconstruction
- Reviewers describe genuinely caring, respectful service
Services: flood water extraction, fire smoke restoration, mold remediation, water damage restoration service
YMSG Service Group
4.8 (52 reviews)score 81/100
YMSG Service Group has a solid 4.8 rating across 52 reviews, but the review record is mostly about commercial and residential cleaning rather than water-damage extraction or mold remediation. Confirm directly that they cover the specific restoration work you need before booking.
- Professional and punctual on cleaning jobs
- Consistent staff quality noted across reviews
- Responsive booking process
- The team both commercial and residential work
Watch out: Review evidence is centered on cleaning services, not water damage or mold remediation specifically.
Services: flood water extraction, mold remediation, water damage restoration service
First Response
4.5 (78 reviews)score 80/100
First Response stands out for going past basic cleanup into mold remediation with lab testing, asbestos assessment and structural repair, backed by 78 reviews at 4.5 stars. Most clients describe fast turnaround and photo updates, though a few reported trouble reconnecting with their assigned contact mid-project.
- Rapid assessment and diagnosis, often same-day
- Transparent pricing and honest advice without upselling
- The team updates and detailed explanations throughout the job
- The team pathway from mold testing to structural repair
Watch out: A few customers found it hard to reach the company again after initial contact, with one reporting weeks of delay reconnecting.
Services: flood water extraction, fire smoke restoration, sewage cleanup, mold remediation
Ottawa Mold Removal-Orleans-Kanata
5 (10 reviews)score 80/100
All ten reviews for this company are five stars, with reviewers pointing to weekend availability and pricing that stays on budget for attic and kitchen mold work alongside flood restoration. One homeowner credited the team's honesty with catching a problem early and avoiding thousands in further damage.
- Fast response including weekend availability
- Fair, transparent pricing (reviewers cite $15-$30 per square foot)
- IICRC-certified mold remediation technicians
- Combines mold and water damage expertise
Watch out: Only 10 reviews on record, so treat the perfect rating as an early but limited sample.
Services: flood water extraction, fire smoke restoration, structural drying dehumidification, mold remediation
RestorePro Ottawa
4.8 (42 reviews)score 78/100
RestorePro Ottawa gets strong marks for finish work, drywall, paint and molding that blends with the existing interior, after a fast initial response to the emergency. Most of the 42 reviews describe fair pricing and solid insurance coordination on longer reconstruction jobs, though there's at least one report of a billing surprise and a missed appointment.
- The team emergency calls immediately
- Skilled finish work matching existing drywall, paint and molding
- The team insurance communication on the homeowner's behalf
- Compassionate approach during a stressful crisis
Watch out: One reviewer reported a billing surprise years after the job and a missed appointment along the way.
Services: flood water extraction, fire smoke restoration, sewage cleanup, structural drying dehumidification
Maximum Restore Solutions
5 (6 reviews)score 77/100
Every one of Maximum Restore Solutions' six reviews is five stars, with homeowners describing quick arrival, clear step-by-step updates, and insurance paperwork handled for them after basement floods and burst pipes. The review count is small, so this is a promising newer name rather than a long-established one.
- Same-day or rapid arrival on emergencies
- Insurance paperwork handled by the team
Watch out: Only 6 reviews on record, so the perfect rating reflects a small sample so far.
Services: flood water extraction, water damage restoration service, insurance claims assistance, 24 7 emergency response
Asbestos Removal Ottawa - AUCOIN'S
5 (7 reviews)score 77/100
AUCOIN'S built its name on certified asbestos removal, and reviewers note the team caught and removed mold along the way on at least one job, finishing ahead of schedule. All seven reviews are five stars, though that's a small sample to judge a broader restoration track record on.
- The team quickly to inquiries
- The team the process in detail before starting work
Watch out: Only 7 reviews on record so far.
Services: mold remediation, water damage restoration service, flood water extraction, 24 7 emergency response
Bachly Construction
5 (6 reviews)score 77/100
Bachly Construction's reviewers focus on project managers who listen closely and follow through on major post-disaster rebuilds, working with trusted local subcontractors to deliver on defined timelines. All six reviews are five stars, a small but consistently positive sample.
- The team managers listen closely to client needs
- Works with trusted local subcontractors
Watch out: Only 6 reviews on record, so weigh this against companies with a longer history.
Services: flood water extraction, mold remediation, water damage restoration service, fire smoke restoration