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Since 2002, Octagon Cleaning & Restoration has been the trusted choice for homeowners and businesses across Maine and New Hampshire. With our ACAC & IICRC Certifications and membership in the Better Business Bureau, we adhere to the highest standards in cleaning and restoration. Our experienced teams are on call 24/7, ready to protect and restore your property quickly and efficiently. We specialize in Water Damage Remediation, Mold Removal, Fire & Smoke Damage Remediation, Commercial Air Duct Cleaning, and Asbestos & Lead Removal. Octagon is here to help every step of the way. We provide thorough assessments, effective mitigation strategies, and seamless communication with your insurance providers. Our commitment to customer satisfaction is reflected in every job we do. From small home cleanups to large commercial restorations, we stand by our 5-Year Guarantee, giving you peace of mind that the job was done right. Octagon Cleaning & Restoration – Your trusted partner in keeping your property safe, clean, and healthy. Contact us today for a free estimate and experience the Octagon difference. Your peace of mind is our priority.
"I would give 10 stars if I could. Octogon did a fabulous job after a frozen pipe disaster. They really went over and above what was required. Blaine, in particular, was wonderful. The house was left in perfect readiness for the rebuild. Thank you, Blaine and Octogon!"
Bonnie P on August 2023
Since 2002, Octagon Cleaning & Restoration has been the trusted choice for homeowners and businesses across Maine and New Hampshire. With our ACAC & IICRC Certifications and membership in the Better Business Bureau, we adhere to the highest standards in cleaning and restoration. Our experienced teams are on call 24/7, ready to protect and restore your property quickly and efficiently. We specialize in Water Damage Remediation, Mold Removal, Fire & Smoke Damage Remediation, Commercial Air Duct Cleaning, and Asbestos & Lead Removal. Octagon is here to help every step of the way. We provide thorough assessments, effective mitigation strategies, and seamless communication with your insurance providers. Our commitment to customer satisfaction is reflected in every job we do. From small home cleanups to large commercial restorations, we stand by our 5-Year Guarantee, giving you peace of mind that the job was done right. Octagon Cleaning & Restoration – Your trusted partner in keeping your property safe, clean, and healthy. Contact us today for a free estimate and experience the Octagon difference. Your peace of mind is our priority.
"I would give 10 stars if I could. Octogon did a fabulous job after a frozen pipe disaster. They really went over and above what was required. Blaine, in particular, was wonderful. The house was left in perfect readiness for the rebuild. Thank you, Blaine and Octogon!"
Bonnie P on August 2023
RestorePro Inc. is a trusted restoration company serving New England since 1997. we have established a reputation for quality and integrity over the years with property owners and insurance companies. RestorePro was founded by Brian Bilowz originally servicing carpet cleaning accounts. The company has grown to include a fleet of trucks and employees providing full service restoration and reconstruction services. We are committed to excellence in all areas of our business and our commitment includes employee background checks and verifications. Our certified professionals have the training and experience required to restore property and contents to a pre-loss condition. RestorePro is dedicated to providing the best service in the industry by consistently communicating with every customer, exceeding expectations and standing by our work. when every second matters and you have to make the right choice, call RestorePro. You can count on us! Our restoration services include: water damage, fire damage, biohazard cleaning, mold remediation, and construction. We are an IICRC certified firm including: water damage restoration, fire & smoke restoration, odor control, applied structural drying, and applied microbial remediation. RestorePro is a member of RIA – the Restoration Industry Association and NEIRC – New England Institute of Restoration & Cleaning.
"RestorePro helped my condo association (two units) with a water issue that required a fairly complex solution for one of the units. The company was responsive and professional through the mitigation and restoration process. They worked well with our insurance company and were able to problem solve as issues arose."
Robert R on September 2024
RestorePro Inc. is a trusted restoration company serving New England since 1997. we have established a reputation for quality and integrity over the years with property owners and insurance companies. RestorePro was founded by Brian Bilowz originally servicing carpet cleaning accounts. The company has grown to include a fleet of trucks and employees providing full service restoration and reconstruction services. We are committed to excellence in all areas of our business and our commitment includes employee background checks and verifications. Our certified professionals have the training and experience required to restore property and contents to a pre-loss condition. RestorePro is dedicated to providing the best service in the industry by consistently communicating with every customer, exceeding expectations and standing by our work. when every second matters and you have to make the right choice, call RestorePro. You can count on us! Our restoration services include: water damage, fire damage, biohazard cleaning, mold remediation, and construction. We are an IICRC certified firm including: water damage restoration, fire & smoke restoration, odor control, applied structural drying, and applied microbial remediation. RestorePro is a member of RIA – the Restoration Industry Association and NEIRC – New England Institute of Restoration & Cleaning.
"RestorePro helped my condo association (two units) with a water issue that required a fairly complex solution for one of the units. The company was responsive and professional through the mitigation and restoration process. They worked well with our insurance company and were able to problem solve as issues arose."
Robert R on September 2024
Veteran owned and operated with over a decade of experience in the demolition and environmental services.
"The 1964 bulkhead I had out back was replaced a year ago, but the wood and insulation underneath (the ceiling of the walkway underground to my basement under the back living room) took in water damage and the area was very musty for years. Tom Morneault of Morneault Environmental was the only guy I could find that would not only treat the wood to remove anything growing on it/get rid of the smell, but his team also removed old wood and insulation and re-insulated for me as part of the deal, which was still hundreds of dollars cheaper than the other companies I talked to, which would only remove the old wood and insulation, they don't put anything back in. Tom's team was here by 8:30 this morning and by 2pm they were done and it looks fantastic and smells crisp and clean. They didn't even stop for breaks or have to make any trips to get supplies, they had them all in the van, including the insulation boards. Very highly recommended if anyone is in the same situation."
Stephen T on June 2024
Veteran owned and operated with over a decade of experience in the demolition and environmental services.
"The 1964 bulkhead I had out back was replaced a year ago, but the wood and insulation underneath (the ceiling of the walkway underground to my basement under the back living room) took in water damage and the area was very musty for years. Tom Morneault of Morneault Environmental was the only guy I could find that would not only treat the wood to remove anything growing on it/get rid of the smell, but his team also removed old wood and insulation and re-insulated for me as part of the deal, which was still hundreds of dollars cheaper than the other companies I talked to, which would only remove the old wood and insulation, they don't put anything back in. Tom's team was here by 8:30 this morning and by 2pm they were done and it looks fantastic and smells crisp and clean. They didn't even stop for breaks or have to make any trips to get supplies, they had them all in the van, including the insulation boards. Very highly recommended if anyone is in the same situation."
Stephen T on June 2024
Team Soil-Away is here to serve you! We specialize in fire, water, mold damage restoration and air duct cleaning. We've been making customers in south/central NH and northern MA happy for over 25 years! We love helping families and businesses recovery from property disaster. Whether it be an emergency flood cleanup or dirty air duct vents, we want to help your home or office look its best and be safe for occupants.
Team Soil-Away is here to serve you! We specialize in fire, water, mold damage restoration and air duct cleaning. We've been making customers in south/central NH and northern MA happy for over 25 years! We love helping families and businesses recovery from property disaster. Whether it be an emergency flood cleanup or dirty air duct vents, we want to help your home or office look its best and be safe for occupants.
SSG, or South Shore Gunite Pools, is New England's largest pool builder. We offer building, renovation and maintenance services to residential and commercial clients throughout New England. Headquartered in North Billerica MA, we have been setting the standard for gunite construction and quality swimming pools since 1975. We are shockingly unique in the way that we build, eliminating the uncertainty of relying upon subcontractors and operating with fully in-house employees. This strategy allows us to take full responsibility for our client's projects.
"Complete SCUMBAGS...Worked for months on design and install on new construction home...nothing ever goes according to plan. Once I had line of sight on project completion, I went back to schedule the job and these aholes Ray Varela and Bob Guarino jacked up my price by 5K (within 90 days). This was after several attempts to bait and switch on several quotes...adding here, removing there...trying to inflate the price decrease the scope. I have several quotes documented and will provide evidence to anyone who asks to prove my point...of course these scumbags will dispute my story...but I own the facts. Too many contractor options avail...STAY AWAY FROM SSG!!"
Andrew M on September 2020
SSG, or South Shore Gunite Pools, is New England's largest pool builder. We offer building, renovation and maintenance services to residential and commercial clients throughout New England. Headquartered in North Billerica MA, we have been setting the standard for gunite construction and quality swimming pools since 1975. We are shockingly unique in the way that we build, eliminating the uncertainty of relying upon subcontractors and operating with fully in-house employees. This strategy allows us to take full responsibility for our client's projects.
"Complete SCUMBAGS...Worked for months on design and install on new construction home...nothing ever goes according to plan. Once I had line of sight on project completion, I went back to schedule the job and these aholes Ray Varela and Bob Guarino jacked up my price by 5K (within 90 days). This was after several attempts to bait and switch on several quotes...adding here, removing there...trying to inflate the price decrease the scope. I have several quotes documented and will provide evidence to anyone who asks to prove my point...of course these scumbags will dispute my story...but I own the facts. Too many contractor options avail...STAY AWAY FROM SSG!!"
Andrew M on September 2020
Family operated for over 30 years. At Patrick Hourican Plastering, we have a clear and concise company mission statement: Deliver quality work, on time with a service-oriented attitude. We have been living out our mission statement in the Boston area since 1986.
"Patrick's guys did a great job, they showed up on time (even early), worked very hard repairing three separate ceiling areas on two floor levels using drywall and plaster, and the cleanup was spotless. Everything looked great. Thanks Patrick! Eve & Tim"
Eve C on February 2021
Family operated for over 30 years. At Patrick Hourican Plastering, we have a clear and concise company mission statement: Deliver quality work, on time with a service-oriented attitude. We have been living out our mission statement in the Boston area since 1986.
"Patrick's guys did a great job, they showed up on time (even early), worked very hard repairing three separate ceiling areas on two floor levels using drywall and plaster, and the cleanup was spotless. Everything looked great. Thanks Patrick! Eve & Tim"
Eve C on February 2021
Locally owned & operated. Additional e-mails - ncs_snolan@comcast.net, scott@nolanconstructionservices.com.
Locally owned & operated. Additional e-mails - ncs_snolan@comcast.net, scott@nolanconstructionservices.com.
For over 20 years Paul Davis Restoration of Southern New Hampshire and Maine has solved North Hampton Disaster restoration and remodeling needs. From flooding to fires and frozen pipes. Paul Davis has responded with 24 hour emergency service to restore calm in the most chaotic of events. We are here to serve you in every capacity. Providing excellent customer service and a quality end product. We continually strive to maintain a synergy of excellence and experience that is second to none. Passion for quality drives everything we do.
"Avoid this company at all costs! . Paul Davis came recommended to me by my plumber so I hired them for to do restoration work for water damage my home sustained. For starters, It took them almost 5 months to get me an accurate estimate. They needed to have people come to my home 5x to assess the damage because the right hand does not talk to the left with this company. I was given excuse after excuse as to why they couldn't give me an estimate. Eventually after many months of excuses (family emergency, weather conditions, the flu went around the office etc etc...), they finally provided me with an accurate estimate whereupon I signed an electronic contract for the work to be completed. Two days later I emailed them to say I needed to postpone the work for a few days because I was having unexpected house guests that coming during the holidays. I was told that would be no problem. When I tried to reschedule, I was ignored for a week. I continued to inquire about rescheduling my job and I was told to take me business elsewhere! So I have now invested 6 months of time having person after person come through my home to look at the damage and they will not do the work, even after I signed a contract. There customer service is terrible and they do not value your business. Save yourself precious time and go with any other company. I wish I had"
Joanne O on January 2019
For over 20 years Paul Davis Restoration of Southern New Hampshire and Maine has solved North Hampton Disaster restoration and remodeling needs. From flooding to fires and frozen pipes. Paul Davis has responded with 24 hour emergency service to restore calm in the most chaotic of events. We are here to serve you in every capacity. Providing excellent customer service and a quality end product. We continually strive to maintain a synergy of excellence and experience that is second to none. Passion for quality drives everything we do.
"Avoid this company at all costs! . Paul Davis came recommended to me by my plumber so I hired them for to do restoration work for water damage my home sustained. For starters, It took them almost 5 months to get me an accurate estimate. They needed to have people come to my home 5x to assess the damage because the right hand does not talk to the left with this company. I was given excuse after excuse as to why they couldn't give me an estimate. Eventually after many months of excuses (family emergency, weather conditions, the flu went around the office etc etc...), they finally provided me with an accurate estimate whereupon I signed an electronic contract for the work to be completed. Two days later I emailed them to say I needed to postpone the work for a few days because I was having unexpected house guests that coming during the holidays. I was told that would be no problem. When I tried to reschedule, I was ignored for a week. I continued to inquire about rescheduling my job and I was told to take me business elsewhere! So I have now invested 6 months of time having person after person come through my home to look at the damage and they will not do the work, even after I signed a contract. There customer service is terrible and they do not value your business. Save yourself precious time and go with any other company. I wish I had"
Joanne O on January 2019
10 employees. No subs. Cost determined by the job. No travel charges. No service fees. No extra charges for after hours service. Award winning. Please call or e-mail us at rmillroofing@aol.com for additional details.
10 employees. No subs. Cost determined by the job. No travel charges. No service fees. No extra charges for after hours service. Award winning. Please call or e-mail us at rmillroofing@aol.com for additional details.
Residential Renovations, Additions and Remodeling
Residential Renovations, Additions and Remodeling
FAQs for dry rot, water or pest damage major repair projects in Portsmouth, NH
Look for wood that appears darker than the surrounding materials, feels spongy when pressed, or crumbles easily when touched. Dry rot often creates a distinctive cube-like cracking pattern and may have a musty, fungal odor. In advanced cases, you might notice white or gray fungal growth resembling cotton or mushroom-like structures.
Regular inspections of basements, crawlspaces, and areas around plumbing fixtures help catch problems early before they cause significant structural damage.
Most standard homeowners' policies exclude dry rot repair coverage because insurers classify it as preventable maintenance rather than sudden, accidental damage. Your policy often covers water damage from specific incidents like burst pipes, but the resulting dry rot remediation often falls outside coverage parameters. Some policies offer limited coverage if the rot directly results from a covered peril, but this varies by insurer.
Always review your specific policy details and consult with your insurance representative about your particular situation.
The timeline varies considerably based on damage extent and location. Minor repairs to window frames or trim might take only one to two days from start to finish. More substantial structural repairs involving floor joists, support beams, or foundation elements require one to two weeks or longer.
The process includes assessment, demolition, treatment, reconstruction, and finishing work. Weather conditions, material availability, and the need for specialized contractors all influence the overall timeline for project completion.
Yes, untreated dry rot will continue to spread throughout wooden structures in your home. The fungus can extend through wood and even across some masonry surfaces via fungal strands called mycelium. Under favorable conditions (moisture and moderate temperatures), dry rot can advance rapidly, compromising structural integrity across multiple areas.
The fungus produces airborne spores that establish new colonies wherever they find suitable conditions, making prompt treatment essential to prevent widespread damage and much costlier repairs.
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