Real Restoration Work
Water Damage Restoration, Stage by Stage
Photos from Handyman Reid basement restoration work, from opening up the wall to the finished room.
Whether it’s heavy summer rainstorms or spring snowmelt, water will find a way in if your home isn’t properly prepared. Reid provides straightforward, no-nonsense flood prevention and water damage repair, with over 20 years of experience in the trades. Fully insured.
Once you know what your home needs, Reid is here to get the work done right. We handle the practical, hands-on upgrades that keep water away from your foundation.
Water needs to flow away from your house. We install downspout extensions and perform grading work (adding stone, regrading soil) to ensure proper drainage.
Keep rain, snow and debris out of your window wells with custom-fitted covers.
We inspect and seal visible foundation cracks to stop water intrusion before it starts.
We help expose and inspect weeping tile systems to ensure they are functioning properly.
Getting ready to finish your basement? We handle the essential waterproofing prep work first.
Describe what you're seeing and Reid will point you in the right direction.
Request a quote →If water has already made its way in, we can help you clean up and rebuild. We don't just fix the source of the leak; we restore your space.
We handle the messy aftermath of flooding, including drywall removal and replacement, patching and painting.
Drywall repair → · Interior painting →After a flood, mold is a serious risk. We fog the area with Concrobium mold control to treat it and help prevent mold from coming back, as part of our full mold remediation process.
Mold remediation →Photos from Handyman Reid basement restoration work, from opening up the wall to the finished room.
Before you spend a dime, take advantage of the programs offered by the City of Edmonton and EPCOR. They provide resources to help you identify risks and even help pay for some of the upgrades.
EPCOR offers a free flood prevention home inspection for residential homeowners in Edmonton. Their team evaluates your property to identify drainage issues and steps you can take to reduce flood risk.
A backwater valve helps prevent sewage from backing up into your basement. EPCOR offers a subsidy toward installation for eligible homes.
EPCOR's RainWise pilot program offers rebates for projects that manage stormwater, such as downspout disconnections, rain barrels and rain gardens.
Start with drainage. Make sure the ground slopes away from your foundation and that your downspouts have extensions that carry water away from the house. Seal visible foundation cracks, cover window wells and have weeping tile checked if you have repeated problems.
Yes. EPCOR offers a free flood prevention home inspection to residential homeowners in the City of Edmonton. The interior inspection is available year-round and the exterior inspection runs from April to October, weather permitting. EPCOR can also tell you whether you may qualify for its backwater valve subsidy.
Backwater valves must be installed by a professional plumber. Reid handles the surrounding work, like drainage upgrades, sealing and restoring walls and finishes.
Yes. Reid handles drywall removal and replacement, patching and painting, and can treat the area with Concrobium fogging as part of mold remediation.
Before the next heavy rain or spring snowmelt. Exterior work like regrading is easier when the ground is not frozen, while interior checks, repairs and restoration can be done all year.
It depends on the size of the job and what is needed. Reid will assess the problem and give you a clear quote before any work starts.
Yes. Reid is fully insured, so your property and your peace of mind are protected during every visit.