What areas does Stars and Bars Restoration serve?

We serve all of Southern Colorado including Colorado City, Pueblo, Colorado Springs, Trinidad, Walsenburg, Cañon City, Alamosa, La Junta, Rye, Beulah, Florence, Fountain, Monument, Woodland Park, and Raton, New Mexico. We respond to emergencies within a 100+ mile radius of our Colorado City headquarters.

Is Stars and Bars Restoration IICRC certified?

Yes, our technicians hold multiple IICRC certifications including Water Damage Restoration (WRT), Applied Microbial Remediation (AMRT), and Applied Structural Drying (ASD). IICRC is the gold standard for restoration industry certification.

Do you offer 24/7 emergency water damage restoration?

Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency response for water damage, flooding, burst pipes, and other water emergencies. Call us anytime at (719) 676-2456 for immediate assistance.

How quickly can you respond to water damage emergencies in Pueblo or Trinidad?

We typically respond within 60-90 minutes to Pueblo and Trinidad, and even faster to communities closer to our Colorado City headquarters. Our rapid response helps minimize damage and reduces overall restoration costs.

Do you work with insurance companies for water damage claims?

Yes, we work directly with all major insurance companies and can assist with the claims process from start to finish, including documentation, moisture mapping, and detailed scope of work.

How much does water damage restoration cost in Colorado?

Water damage restoration costs in Southern Colorado typically range from $1,500 to $8,000 depending on the extent of damage, category of water (clean, gray, or black), and square footage affected. Most homeowner insurance policies cover sudden and accidental water damage. Stars and Bars provides free estimates and works directly with insurance adjusters to maximize your coverage.

What should I do immediately after water damage in my home?

First, shut off the water source if safe. Then call a professional restoration company immediately — mold can begin growing within 24-48 hours. While waiting: document damage with photos, remove valuables from wet areas, and don't use electrical outlets near standing water. Stars and Bars responds 24/7 at (719) 676-2456 and typically arrives within 60-90 minutes across Southern Colorado.

Do you provide mold remediation services in Pueblo and Colorado Springs?

Yes, Stars and Bars Restoration provides IICRC AMRT-certified mold remediation throughout Pueblo, Colorado Springs, Cañon City, and all of Southern Colorado. Our process includes professional mold testing, containment, removal following IICRC S520 standards, and post-remediation verification to ensure the mold is completely eliminated.

Can you restore fire and smoke damage in Southern Colorado?

Yes, we provide complete fire and smoke damage restoration including soot removal, smoke odor elimination using hydroxyl generators and thermal fogging, structural cleaning, content pack-out, and full reconstruction. We serve fire-affected communities including Beulah Valley, Westcliffe, Custer County, Pueblo, and Colorado City. Our IICRC FSRT-certified technicians respond 24/7.

What is the best water damage restoration company near Pueblo CO?

Stars and Bars Restoration is a top-rated, IICRC-certified water damage restoration company serving Pueblo and all of Southern Colorado. We are veteran-owned, hold 5 IICRC certifications (WRT, ASD, AMRT, FSRT, ODR), provide 24/7 emergency response, and work directly with insurance companies. We typically respond to Pueblo emergencies within 60 minutes.

How long does water damage restoration take?

Most residential water damage restoration takes 3-5 days for the drying phase, with full restoration (including any reconstruction) typically completed within 1-3 weeks. The timeline depends on the extent of damage, materials affected, and whether mold remediation is needed. Stars and Bars monitors moisture levels daily and provides detailed drying documentation for your insurance claim.

Is Stars and Bars Restoration veteran-owned?

Yes, Stars and Bars Restoration is a veteran-owned and operated company based in Colorado City, CO. Owner Robert Hewett brings military discipline and integrity to every restoration project. We proudly serve fellow veterans, military families at Fort Carson, and all homeowners and businesses across Southern Colorado.

Flood Services

Flood Cleanup & Water Extraction

Flash floods, snowmelt and broken water mains can put inches of water through a house in minutes. We extract it fast with truck and portable units, then dry the structure properly so mold doesn't follow.

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Stars and Bars Restoration provides 24/7 flood cleanup and water extraction across Southern Colorado, including Pueblo, Colorado Springs, Trinidad, Walsenburg, Cañon City and Colorado City. We extract standing water, remove soaked carpet, pad and drywall, sanitize flood water that came from outside, and dry the building to IICRC S500 standards with daily moisture readings. Call (719) 676-2456.

Extraction Is the Most Important Hour

Every gallon we pull out with extraction equipment is a gallon the dehumidifiers don't have to evaporate. Fast, thorough extraction cuts drying time by days and saves flooring and drywall that would otherwise have to be cut out.

Our Flood Cleanup Process

1. Safety check — Power to flooded areas off, and a check for structural and electrical hazards. 2. Water extraction — Truck and portable extractors remove standing water from floors, carpet and pad. 3. Tear-out — Saturated drywall, insulation and flooring that can't be dried in place come out. 4. Sanitizing — Outside flood water is treated as contaminated, and affected surfaces get an antimicrobial. 5. Drying — Dehumidifiers and air movers, with moisture readings logged daily until the structure is dry. 6. Rebuild — We put the rooms back together.

Flood Risk in Southern Colorado

• Monsoon flash floods, July to September, especially below burn scars where bare ground can't absorb rain. • Spring snowmelt off the Sangre de Cristo and Wet Mountains. • Burst water mains and supply lines in winter. • Poor grading that sends yard runoff into basements.

Our Work

Water extraction with air movers and dehumidifiers

Stars and Bars restoration equipment ready to deploy

Commercial restoration job in Southern Colorado

Why Choose Stars and Bars

24/7 emergency response, a live person answers

IICRC certified technicians (WRT, ASD, AMRT, FSRT, OCT)

Direct insurance billing with Xactimate estimates

Veteran owned, based in Colorado City

Photo and moisture documentation for your claim

Truck-mounted and portable extraction

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Emergency?

We respond 24/7 across Southern Colorado.

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IICRC Certifications

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Other Services

Water Damage Restoration Basement & Crawl Space Water Sewage Backup Cleanup

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Flood Cleanup & Water Extraction Across Southern Colorado

Based in Colorado City, our crews cover Pueblo, Colorado Springs and the towns in between. Find your area:

All Restoration Services

Water Damage Restoration Mold Remediation Fire & Smoke Damage Emergency Services Sewage Backup Cleanup Storm & Hail Damage Reconstruction & Build-Back Commercial Restoration Smoke & Odor Removal Burst & Frozen Pipes Basement & Crawl Space Water Mold Inspection & Air Testing Insurance Claim Help

Frequently Asked Questions

Does homeowners insurance cover flooding?

Water entering from outside, like rising water or surface runoff, is usually a flood and needs separate flood insurance. Water from a burst pipe or appliance is usually covered by a standard policy. We document the source so your claim goes to the right coverage.

How fast should flood water be removed?

As soon as possible. Mold can start in 24 to 48 hours, and drywall and wood flooring soak up more water every hour it sits.

Can flooded carpet be saved?

Carpet soaked with clean water and extracted quickly can sometimes be dried in place. Carpet soaked by outside flood water or sewage has to be removed.

How long does it take to dry a flooded house?

Most homes are dry in 3 to 5 days after extraction. Heavy flooding, plaster walls or hardwood floors can take longer.

Do you work in rural areas outside the cities?

Yes. We cover rural Southern Colorado from our base in Colorado City, including Huerfano, Custer, Las Animas and Fremont counties.