Dealing with a flooded basement or a failed sump pump? Read Elite Restoration's emergency guide to surviving Central Iowa storms. Learn exactly what to do to protect your home while our 24/7 rapid-response team is en route to your Des Moines or Waukee property.

DIRECTOR’S PRO TIP:  "If you smell mold but can’t see it, do not start cutting holes in your drywall blindly. This can aerosolize mold spores and contaminate your entire HVAC system. Always start with a non-invasive thermal imaging scan to locate the moisture source first." In the humid Iowa summers or after a heavy snow melt in Waukee  and Ankeny , many homeowners report a lingering "earthy" or musty odor. In the restoration industry, we know that odor is a secondary gas rel