Immediate help with home water damage emergencies
Burst pipe? Leaky dishwasher? Basement flooded? Call now for immediate water removal, cleanup, and restoration.
“I woke up to see my whole house flooded one morning…”
You could clean it up yourself…but what if you miss something? Excess moisture leads to mold and structural damage down the road. When you’re standing in a floorful of water, you need someone you can trust to call. Someone who knows what to look for. Who won’t put you on hold. And who will get there fast.
Elizabeth Epley
You could sit on hold all day. Or you could just call us.
There’s something you should know about us: we don’t believe in complicated phone menus. When you call, a real person answers. Here’s how we’ll get your home fixed up.
Remove the water
And all the wet materials.
Sanitize the space
For a clean and healthy home.
Dry the entire area
To prevent mold growth.
Make you happy
With your fully restored home.
Need help with repairs and construction? We can help coordinate the rebuild, too.
Corinne Phillips
Robiul Islam Shishir
You want the friendly neighbor of home water damage restoration companies.
People you can count on
Umpire answers calls and texts 24/7, and the phone is answered by real people. So when there’s an emergency, call us. At night. Over the weekend. You’ll get immediate support.
Professionals you can trust
You want an experienced mitigation team - but you also deserve someone who will answer all of your questions. With Umpire, get both. Every step of the way.
Peace of mind you can feel
When you trust Umpire, you don’t just get all the water cleaned up - you get results that last. We’ll find and remove every last bit of moisture. No mold. No more damage. And absolutely no worries.
Jess Posey
Chosen by insurance adjusters. Trusted by neighbors.
There’s a reason Virginians trust Umpire with their water damage emergencies.
Honest scope
Fair pricing
Direct insurance billing
Satisfaction. Every time.
When you work with us, you’re our top priority. That means a top-notch, easy experience. Bottom line.
Frequently asked questions
Can I get an estimate before work begins?
Yes. Umpire can provide an estimate before starting any work. Our flat-rate pricing averages 34% below industry estimates — simple, transparent, and no hidden fees.
Do I need to find my own contractor for repairs after the water is cleaned up?
Not necessarily. Umpire can handle just the water mitigation, or we can coordinate the rebuild process with approved partner companies — it's your choice. If you have a contractor you already trust, we're happy to hand off to them once drying is complete.
What areas does Umpire serve for water damage restoration?
Umpire Mitigation provides water damage restoration services across Northern Virginia and the Shenandoah Valley, including Loudoun County, Fauquier County, Frederick County, Prince William County, Fairfax County, Warren County, Clarke County, Culpeper County, Shenandoah County, Madison County, and Page County. We also travel the I-81 corridor. We serve Winchester, Middleburg, Marshall, Warrenton, Front Royal, Manassas, Bristow, Fairfax, Leesburg, Ashburn, Sterling, Berryville, Culpeper, and surrounding communities.
Can I clean up water damage myself?
Small spills and surface-level water can sometimes be handled on your own with fans and towels. However, standing water, water behind walls, or water that has been sitting for more than 24 hours requires professional equipment to fully extract and dry. Incomplete drying leads to mold growth, warped flooring, and potential structural damage. Umpire uses thermal cameras and moisture meters to find all hidden moisture that visual inspection alone would miss.
Does insurance cover water damage restoration?
Most homeowners insurance policies cover sudden and accidental water damage (burst pipes, appliance failures, storm damage). Gradual damage from deferred maintenance is typically not covered. Umpire works with all insurance companies and handles the documentation and billing directly so you don't have to manage the paperwork.
How long does water damage restoration take?
Most residential water damage jobs take 3–5 days for complete drying, though this depends on the amount of water, affected materials, and whether mold or structural damage is present. Umpire uses moisture meters and thermal cameras to confirm everything is fully dry before finishing — we don't guess, we measure.
How quickly should water damage be addressed?
Within the first 24–48 hours. Mold can begin growing within 24 hours of water exposure, and structural damage worsens the longer moisture remains. Umpire responds 24/7 — call or text (703) 665-1129 and a real person will answer or call you back within 5 minutes.
Wake up tomorrow with the peace of mind you deserve.
Shortcut the time it takes to get your home cleaned up and back to normal. Call or text our team 24/7 to get help now. (If we miss your call, we'll call you back within 5 minutes - guaranteed.)
Want a free estimate first? We can do that, too.