Here’s a fast, practical plan and reliable options for emergency water-damage repair near you.

1. Immediate safety & mitigation (do these first)

• If there’s standing water or active flooding, prioritize safety: avoid floodwater, avoid driving through it, and keep children/pets away. (cdc.gov)
• If it’s safe and you can do so from dry ground, shut off the electricity to the affected area (or whole house) and shut off the water source. Never touch electrical systems while standing in water. (cdc.gov)
• Document damage with photos/videos before you remove items (insurance and FEMA). Save receipts for cleanup/repairs. (fema.gov)
• Remove irreplaceable items to a dry area if you can do so safely. Begin drying (fans/dehumidifiers) only if it’s safe to use power; otherwise wait for professionals or a licensed electrician. Drying within 24–48 hours reduces mold growth. (epa.gov)

2. National 24/7 emergency restoration companies you can call right away (These networks have local franchises available across the U.S. and advertise 24/7 emergency response.)

• SERVPRO — national hotline 1‑800‑SERVPRO (1‑800‑737‑8776). (servpro.com)
• Paul Davis Restoration — national emergency line (888) 244‑9840; 24/7 response. (pauldavis.com)
• ServiceMaster Restore — national restoration network with 24/7 service (local franchise numbers vary). (corporate/local contacts on site). (servicemasterrestore.com, smrecover.com)
• BELFOR Property Restoration — 24/7 commercial & residential emergency response. (belfor.com, linkedin.com)
• Rainbow / Rainbow Restoration — local franchises offering 24/7 emergency water removal. (rainbowrestores.com)
• PuroClean — local franchises, advertise 24/7 emergency water extraction & IICRC-certified techs. (purroclean.com)
• 1‑800 WATER DAMAGE (local franchise listings across many states). (1800waterdamage.com)

3. How to pick the right local service quickly

• Call the company’s emergency hotline and ask: “Are you available now? Do you have crews nearby? Can you start extraction and drying immediately?” (Faster response reduces damage.) (servpro.com, pauldavis.com)
• Ask about certifications (IICRC or similar), proof of insurance, written estimates, and whether they coordinate with insurance companies. EPA and other agencies recommend checking training/certifications for large losses. (epa.gov)
• Get the provider to document the work plan and equipment they’ll use (extraction units, industrial dehumidifiers, moisture meters, thermal imaging). (belfor.com)

4. How to find local providers right now (if you prefer local independents)

• On your phone or desktop, search: “water damage restoration near me,” “emergency water extraction 24/7,” or “flood cleanup near me.” Use Google Maps or Yelp and filter by “open now” and read recent reviews.
• Compare 2–3 phone quotes, confirm response time (ask for arrival window), and verify license/insurance before they start.

5. Health & cleanup reminders

• Flood or sewage-contaminated water can be hazardous — avoid contact and wear PPE if you must be near it. If mold is visible or the area has been wet >48 hours, get professionals. (epa.gov, cdc.gov)

If you want, tell me a city or ZIP code and I’ll look up 3 nearby 24/7 restoration providers (with phone numbers and estimated drive times) and highlight which are national franchises vs. local companies.