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Emergency Carpet Water Extraction Melbourne – On-Site Within 60 Minutes

Don't Wait 3 Days for Insurance to Assign Your Claim

We’re dispatched within 5 minutes, on-site within 60 minutes. Property restored while insurance companies are still processing paperwork.
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5.0

Based on 100+ Google reviews

Serving Metro Melbourne & Mornington Peninsula 24/7

5.0

Based on 100+ reviews

5,000+

Properties restored
all still mould-free

24/7

Metro Melbourne &
Mornington Peninsula

Emergency Carpet Water Extraction Melbourne – On-Site Within 60 Minutes

Don't Wait 3 Days for Insurance to Assign Your Claim

We’re dispatched within 5 minutes, on-site within 60 minutes. Property restored while insurance companies are still processing paperwork.

Every Minute Counts When Water Hits Your Carpet

It’s 2am. You’re standing in water. Here’s what’s happening to your property right now:

First 24 hours:

24-48 hours:

After 48 hours:

This is why we arrive within 60 minutes. Every hour you wait, the damage multiplies.

Don't Take Our Word For It

Here's What Melbourne Homeowners Say

5.0 Rating |

User review 25

James T

“Within 1 hour of calling Richard on a Monday morning he was at my apartment to fix the flooding. Absolute lifesaver!”
Melbourne
User review 26

Manuela R

“They were at my door within an hour of calling. Professional, efficient, and went above and beyond. Truly lifesavers!”

Melbourne

User review 27

Business Owner

“So impressed with how they managed to keep my business open! They ran drying equipment overnight so we could use all our rooms during the day.”

Melbourne

User review 28

Customer Review

“Richard is truly a life saver! He not only helped us get the carpet fully dry but also supported us through the insurance process.”

Melbourne

Why Call Us Directly Instead of Waiting for Insurance

Typical Insurance Panel Process

Total: 3-5 days before work starts

Meanwhile, water damage worsens every hour

Squeaky Clean Direct Approach

We provide complete documentation for your insurance claim

You Get All The Benefits:

Speed: Work starts immediately, not in 3+ day.
Cost savings: Less secondary damage = lower final claim
Control: You choose the contractor, not insurance
Reimbursement: Submit our documentation to insurance after
Our track record: Never had a client denied payment

By the time insurance allocates your claim, your property is already dry and back to normal.

Our Emergency Water Extraction Process

Step 1: Emergency Response (Within 60 Minutes)

From the moment you call 1300 682 563:

Richard answers personally. Even at 2am on a Sunday. Even on public holidays. He’ll ask focused questions to assess the situation, give you immediate advice, and dispatch the team within 5 minutes.
A tenant called at 11pm on a Monday after her washing machine flooded the bedroom and living room. Richard talked her through the emergency steps over the phone, arrived by midnight, and had extraction equipment running by 12:30am. By Tuesday evening, her carpets were dry.

Step 2: Scientific Damage Assessment

We don't guess. We measure.

In a Brighton mansion, thermal imaging revealed a toilet backflow had spread 30% further than visible—under skirting boards and into the hallway. Without thermal imaging, that hidden moisture would have caused mould within two weeks.

Step 3: Rapid Water Extraction

This is where speed matters most.

Our truck-mounted extraction systems deliver:
1,270+ cm water lift suction (rental equipment: only 250 cm)
95% water extraction (basic equipment: 30%)
Unlimited power from truck-mounted system (no tripping your home circuits)
Heated extraction up to 120°C (rental equipment: cold water only)

Step 4: Strategic Drying Equipment Installation

This is science, not luck.

We install industrial equipment based on science, not luck:
Air movers (2,000+ CFM each): Positioned strategically for maximum airflow
Dehumidifiers (150+ pints/day capacity): Pull moisture from the air
Air scrubbers (HEPA filtration): For contaminated water situations

Note: Equipment is loud (like a continuous vacuum cleaner) but necessary. We adjust placement daily based on moisture readings.

Step 5: Daily Monitoring & Adjustment

Every day, we return to check your property.

We don’t “set and forget.” Every day we:
Measure moisture levels with professional meters
Check humidity with calibrated sensors
Reposition equipment for optimal drying
Document progress with photos and readings
Moisture doesn’t dry evenly. Corners dry slower than centers. Walls dry slower than carpet. We adjust equipment daily to target stubborn areas.

Step 6: Final Verification & Clearance

We don't pack up when the carpet "feels dry." We measure:

Complete moisture meter testing
Humidity verification at safe levels (below 60%)
Thermal imaging scan to confirm no hidden moisture
Visual inspection for any issues
Clearance certificate provided
We guarantee: If moisture rebounds after we leave, we return and re-dry at no additional cost. This has never happened in 17 years.

The Team Cricket Australia Trusted (Twice)

When Priceless Memorabilia Was at Risk

The situation: A $2.50 washer failed on a public holiday. Water flooded three floors at Cricket Australia’s headquarters (60 Jolimont Street, East Melbourne)—home to the World Cup trophy, T20 Cup, and Don Bradman’s priceless cap and bat.
The challenge: Late afternoon. Public holiday. 350m² affected. Irreplaceable Australian cricket heritage at risk.
Our response: On-site within 60 minutes. Deployed 7 dehumidifiers and 13 air movers initially, scaling to 30 air movers and 12 dehumidifiers by day two. Daily monitoring for 13 days.
The result: Completely dry within 13 days. Zero damage to any memorabilia.
Cricket Australia’s response when it happened again? They called us immediately.

If we can protect Australia’s cricket heritage during building-wide floods, we can restore your property.

Read more about how we restored Cricket Australia here.

When Your Carpet Might Not Be Salvageable

We pride ourselves on saving carpets others can’t. But we’re also honest when replacement is the better option.

Sewage Contamination (Category 3)

Usually requires replacement. Exception: We saved a $10,000 Italian carpet in Brighton with three treatment applications over two days—but this is rare, not the rule.

Extended Saturation (48+ hours)

If carpet has been wet for more than 48 hours before we arrive, mould growth may have begun. Replacement is often more cost-effective than extensive remediation.
Poor quality carpet: Some cheap carpet and underlay simply don’t survive water damage. The backing delaminates. The fibers lose integrity. If your carpet was already at the end of its life, water damage might be the final straw.

Poor Quality/End-of-Life Carpet

Some cheap carpet and underlay don’t survive water damage. Backing delaminates, fibers lose integrity. If your carpet was already worn, water damage might be the final straw.

Important: Even if you replace the carpet, the subfloor still needs drying. You can’t lay new carpet on wet subfloor. Water extraction and structural drying are still required.

Complete solution: If replacement is needed, we arrange supply and installation with competitive pricing. One company, complete solution, no coordination headaches.

Working With Your Insurance (We Make This Easy)

Understanding What’s Covered
Most water damage is covered under “liquid escape” (not “flood”):

Richard’s Simple Test: Building vs Contents Insurance

“If you could turn your house upside down, what would fall out? That’s contents insurance. What would stay in place? That’s building insurance.”
Surprisingly: Carpet and floorboards are usually covered under contents insurance, not building. Even though they feel like part of the building.
For renters: Even if your washing machine caused damage to the property, your contents insurance often covers it. This is called “liability to landlord” coverage.
How We Help With Your Claim
Our track record: Never had a client’s insurance claim denied. Insurance assessors trust our professional documentation.

Why 5,000+ Melbourne Properties Trust Squeaky Clean Team

60-Minute Response
Dispatched within 5 minutes, on-site within 60 minutes. We operate 24/7/365—even Christmas Day.
Professional Equipment
$200,000+ fleet including 30+ air movers, 12+ dehumidifiers, thermal imaging, truck-mounted extraction systems.
Scientific Monitoring
We measure, don’t guess. Thermal imaging, moisture meters, daily readings, complete documentation.
Zero Mould Guarantee
5,000+ properties restored since 2007. Not one has developed mould from our restoration work.
Business Continuity
We keep businesses operating during restoration. Equipment installed overnight, removed by morning.
Direct Owner Communication
Richard answers your call personally. No call centers, no receptacles. Real people, real communication.
17 Years Experience
IICRC certified. Trusted by major insurers and institutions across Melbourne.
Complete Documentation
Everything insurance needs: photos, moisture readings, daily reports, clearance certificates.

Our Service Area: Metro Melbourne & Mornington Peninsula

We provide emergency water extraction across:

Inner Melbourne
Bayside
Eastern Suburbs
South-East
Mornington Peninsula

Response time: Within 60 minutes for most Melbourne suburbs. Longer for outer areas but still same-day service.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast can you actually get here?

Dispatched within 5 minutes of your call. On-site within 60 minutes for most Melbourne suburbs. We operate 24/7/365. Even public holidays. Even Christmas Day.

Richard’s team “sleeps with boots on.” When you call, we’re ready to move.

If we extract the water and dry properly within 24-48 hours, no smell. The key is removing the moisture before bacteria can multiply and mould can start.

If your carpet has been wet for days before we arrive, odor might be present. We use antimicrobial treatments and air scrubbers to eliminate odors.

Category 3 water (sewage): We apply specialized decontamination treatments. Multiple applications if needed. The $10,000 Italian carpet in Brighton? Three treatments over 2 days. Zero smell. Zero contamination.

Usually, yes. For clean water (Category 1), you can typically stay in unaffected rooms.

For grey water (Category 2) or sewage (Category 3), we might recommend staying elsewhere during the initial extraction and treatment phase.

We’ll advise based on your specific situation. Safety first.

Our thermal imaging and moisture meters detect water in walls and subfloors. If structural drying is needed, we install specialized drying equipment.

For walls: We might need to remove baseboards to dry wall cavities. Sometimes small holes for air injection. We coordinate any repairs needed.

For subfloors: If accessible, we can position air movers to dry underneath. Sometimes carpet needs to be pulled up temporarily.

We’ll explain exactly what’s needed and why before proceeding.

Honest answer: It depends on the size and severity.

Small washing machine leak (one room, 2m² affected): From $600 for one day of drying equipment.
Typical residential job: $1,500-$3,500

Large restoration (multiple rooms, structural drying): Up to $10,000

Most jobs fall under $3,500.

We provide obligation-free quotes. No surprises. Transparent pricing.

Most homeowners are covered under “liquid escape” coverage. This includes burst pipes, washing machine leaks, hot water system failures, toilet overflows.

Check your policy. Look for “liquid escape” or “escape of liquid.”

Building vs contents: Use Richard’s “upside down” test. Carpet usually falls under contents insurance.

We provide complete documentation to support your claim. We’ve never had a client’s claim denied.

Washing machines are the #1 cause of home floods in Australia. They account for 30% of our emergency calls.

Usually, the waste pipe vibrates loose from the laundry tub or bath outlet. Water pumps out continuously. Hundreds of liters if you’re not home.

Prevention: Check your waste pipe connection every few months. Never run your washing machine when you’re not home or asleep.

If it’s already flooded: Turn off the machine. Call us immediately: 1300 682 563

We’ve dried out hundreds of washing machine floods. It’s not the end of the world. We can fix this.

If water is still flowing:
Do NOT:
DO:
We’ll give you specific advice for your situation over the phone. Free guidance while you wait.

Water Damage Doesn't Wait. Neither Should You.

Every hour you wait:

Available 24/7 across Metro Melbourne & Mornington Peninsula

Properties restored (all mould-free)
Serving Melbourne since 2007
Certified professionals
100+ Google reviews