Long Island’s biggest water risks
Nor’easters, hurricanes and high groundwater
Coastal storms bring hours of wind-driven rain. In low-lying South Shore neighborhoods and near harbors, groundwater rises and storm drains back up; basements take water through slab cracks, window wells and floor drains. Many homeowners still remember Superstorm Sandy — a reminder that flood and sewer backup coverage are separate from a standard policy.
Hard freezes
Long Island winters bring stretches of single-digit nights. Pipes in garages, crawl spaces, exterior walls and outdoor spigots are the first to split. See how to prevent frozen pipes.
Ice dams and aging roofs
Heat escaping into poorly insulated attics melts snow that refreezes at the eaves, forcing water under shingles. See roof leak repair.
Finished basements and mold
Carpet and drywall on concrete, humid summers and dehumidifiers that aren’t emptied are a recipe for basement mold.
Towns we serve
Nassau County
- Plainview
- Hicksville
- Syosset
- Jericho
- Woodbury
- Old Westbury
- Great Neck
- Manhasset
- Roslyn
- Port Washington
- Garden City
- Mineola
- New Hyde Park
- Westbury
- Levittown
- Massapequa
- Merrick
- Oyster Bay
- Glen Cove
Suffolk County
- Huntington
- Melville
- Dix Hills
- Commack
- Smithtown
- Northport
- Babylon
- Islip
- Stony Brook
- Setauket
- Brentwood
- Farmingville
Services for Long Island homeowners
| Problem | Service |
|---|---|
| Water in the basement after rain | Flood cleanup |
| Floor drain backup | Sewage cleanup |
| Pipe split in the cold | Burst pipe emergency + pipe repair |
| Ceiling stain under the roof | Roof leak repair |
| Musty basement | Mold remediation |
| Chimney or kitchen fire | Fire & smoke restoration |
Long Island FAQ
How quickly can you reach eastern Suffolk County?
Response times depend on distance, weather and call volume. Towns in western Suffolk are generally within easy reach of our Plainview office; we’ll give you a realistic arrival window when you call.
My home has a septic system, not a sewer. Can you help with a backup?
Yes. We coordinate pumping with your septic service and clean, disinfect and dry the affected area.
Is flood insurance worth it on Long Island?
That’s a question for your insurance agent, but keep in mind that standard homeowners policies generally exclude flood, and that flooding happens outside high-risk zones too.