Fire & Water Restoration in Richardson, TX
Fire and water damage restoration for commercial and residential property across Dallas–Fort Worth — from drying and demolition through the full rebuild, handled by one general contractor.
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Recent storm and damage history in Richardson
- Feb. 19, 2021: Richardson issued a winter weather repairs notice after Winter Storm Uri covering water shutoffs and water damage claims. source
- Feb. 22, 2021: Richardson ISD reported winter storm damage at 45 of its campuses after the freeze. source
- Feb. 17, 2021: Richardson was among the North Texas cities asked to reduce water use during Uri as burst pipes drove regional demand to 350 million gallons a day. source
Re-roof permit rule: Richardson requires a permit for any roof replacement, recovering or repair that exceeds 25% of the total roof area. source
On storm losses we inspect, photograph and measure the damage, we meet your adjuster and document the full scope, and we give you a line-item estimate. Texas law does not allow a contractor to negotiate your claim, act as your adjuster, or waive, absorb or rebate a deductible.
Permits and registration in Richardson
Permit department
City of Richardson Building Inspection Department — official page
Richardson is in Dallas County (with a portion in Collin County).
Online permit portal
Richardson Online Permits — portal page
Contractor registration
Contractors working in Richardson must register before a permit is issued, and the registration fee is $100. source
Re-roof permit
Richardson requires a permit for any roof replacement, recovering or repair that exceeds 25% of the total roof area. source
Adopted building code
Richardson adopted the 2021 International Codes and the 2020 National Electrical Code by City Council action on April 24, 2023. source
Districts and areas we work in
CityLine · Galatyn Park and the Eisemann Center · Canyon Creek · Cottonwood Heights · University of Texas at Dallas area
Local context
- Richardson runs an Express Permitting Program that guarantees a three-business-day plan review for qualifying small-business projects. source
- Roof permits in Richardson require a deck inspection where applicable plus a final inspection at completion. source
- The city offers a Home Improvement Incentive Program for owners who substantially reinvest in Richardson's older housing stock. source
- Because Richardson spans two counties, property taxes are collected through both the Dallas and Collin county tax offices. source
- Contractor registration in Richardson is valid for one year and must be in place before any permit is issued. source
What this includes
Structural drying
Extraction, air movement and dehumidification sized to the affected area and monitored daily.
Moisture and photo documentation
Daily moisture readings and photographs recorded so the loss is documented as it dries.
Demolition
Controlled removal of wet or damaged materials with containment and debris hauled off.
Full rebuild
Framing, drywall, paint, flooring, cabinets and trim rebuilt by our own crews and licensed trades.
One contractor start to finish
The same team that dries and demos the space also rebuilds it, so nothing is lost in a handoff.
Richardson questions, answered
Do I need a permit for fire & water restoration in Richardson?
Yes — permitted work in Richardson goes through City of Richardson Building Inspection Department. Permits are filed through Richardson Online Permits, the city's online permit portal. Contractors working in Richardson must register before a permit is issued, and the registration fee is $100. We pull the permits for the scope and coordinate inspections. Richardson requires a permit for any roof replacement, recovering or repair that exceeds 25% of the total roof area. source
Do you handle my insurance claim?
No. Texas law does not allow a contractor to negotiate your claim or act as your adjuster. We inspect, document, meet your adjuster on site, and provide detailed scopes and estimates.
Can you waive my deductible?
No. Texas law prohibits contractors from waiving, absorbing or rebating a deductible.
How fast can you get to the property?
Call (817) 632-5008 and we will schedule an inspection right away — usually within 24 to 48 hours, sooner for active water.
Do you do the rebuild too, or only the drying?
Both. We dry and demo the affected area and then rebuild it back to finished condition.
Fire & Water Restoration in Richardson? Let's walk it.
Inspection in 24–48 hours, itemized bid after the walk, and a private client portal for the project.