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Emergency Restoration Services

Water, Fire & Mold Damage Restoration in Helena, Montana

Basement taking on water after a wet Helena Valley spring? A pipe split in an older West Side house? Soot on the walls after a kitchen fire? Day or night, your call reaches a live dispatcher.

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Family-Owned Restoration for Helena Homes and Businesses

Treasure State Restoration covers Helena’s 59601 and 59602 ZIP codes, with crews dispatched from our Belgrade shop. That includes Last Chance Gulch, the historic West Side, the South-Central neighborhood and homes across the Helena Valley. We’re family-owned and hold IICRC Certified Firm status. We handle water damage, insulation removal, mold remediation and fire and smoke cleanup, plus duct cleaning, for houses, rentals, offices and commercial buildings.

With more than 30 years behind us, we’ve restored over 1,000 homes around Montana. We invoice your insurance carrier directly, so most homeowners cover only their deductible. The estimate is written down and in your hands before work starts.

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What Causes the Most Damage in Helena Homes

In an average winter, Helena’s coldest night drops to about 20 below zero, and the record low is 42 below. Below are the biggest risks for Helena homes, from West Side mansions of the 1880s to newer houses in the valley.

Helena Valley Flooding and Groundwater

Tenmile Creek spilled over its banks in 2011 and 2018, flooding Helena Valley neighborhoods. In 2018, shallow groundwater rose into basements, and a county report says some residents were still pumping in September. Water that lingers like that soaks drywall, carpet pad and framing.

Frozen Pipes in Historic Homes

Many larger homes on Helena’s historic West Side were built in the 1880s and 1890s. Supply lines in old exterior walls, crawlspaces and enclosed porches freeze first when a hard cold snap settles over the valley.

Wildfire Smoke and Poor Air Days

In July 2019, the North Hills Fire burned more than 4,700 acres north of Helena. Evacuated residents were out of their homes for days. A 2025 American Lung Association report says the area averages 10 unhealthy air days a year, with wildfire smoke a major cause. Smoke settles into ductwork, insulation and fabrics.

Ice Dams and Snowmelt Leaks

Helena gets about 37 inches of snow in an average year, and chinook warm spells come and go. When roof snow melts and refreezes at the eaves, water backs up under shingles and into ceilings and walls. Older homes with thin attic insulation see it most.

Hidden Leaks in Rentals and Offices

A cracked supply line or tired water heater can leak for days in a vacant rental or an office closed for the weekend. Watch for stained ceiling tiles, warped trim, swollen cabinet bases and a musty smell.

What Happens When You Call

1. A Real Person Answers

Your call goes straight to a dispatcher at any hour. We ask what happened, what’s wet and how to get in, then a crew heads to Helena.

2. We Stop the Source

The crew shuts off the water or isolates the damage first. In older Helena homes, we also look closely at wiring, sagging plaster ceilings and other hazards.

3. We Map the Moisture

Moisture meters show where the water traveled inside walls and floors. Every room gets photographed, and the readings and written estimate are shared with your insurer.

4. We Remove Water and Dry

Truck-mounted extraction removes the bulk of the water. Next come commercial-grade dehumidifiers and air movers, with daily readings until the structure tests dry.

5. We Clean Up and Walk Through

Once it’s dry, we sanitize, apply mold prevention and treat odors. Contents are cleaned, and you walk the finished space with us before we leave.

Care for Helena's Historic Homes

Helena’s historic West Side and South-Central neighborhoods are full of homes built in the late 1800s. Plaster walls, wood floors and old stone or brick foundations hold moisture differently than modern drywall.

We dry these homes with care, keep original trim and plaster wherever it can be saved, and document every room for your adjuster. Older commercial buildings along Last Chance Gulch get the same care.

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Available 24/7 for Emergency Water Damage Cleanup

From water extraction and drying to complete restoration, we're here to help. Call now for fast, reliable service.

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Our Water Damage Restoration Services

Water Damage Restoration in Helena, Montana

Once water gets loose, it climbs into plaster and drywall, runs under flooring and settles in basements. In the Helena Valley, groundwater can keep seeping in for weeks. In 24 to 48 hours, wet materials can start growing mold. Our job is to extract what’s standing, then dry framing, subfloors and wall cavities to standard.

From your first call through the final walkthrough, we manage every detail of your restoration project: extraction, drying, cleanup, and rebuild, so you can focus on your family.

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Flood Damage Cleanup

Creek overflow and spring runoff cleanup for Helena Valley homes.
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Burst Pipe Water Damage

Extraction and drying after a line bursts in a Helena deep freeze.
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Frozen Pipe Damage Restoration

We trace the break inside old plaster walls and dry what got wet.
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Plumbing Leak Cleanup

Cleanup after drips and bursts from water heaters, toilets and aging galvanized pipe.
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Sewage Backup Cleanup

Backed-up sewer lines cleaned, disinfected and dried, start to finish.
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Basement Flood Cleanup

Groundwater and seepage pumped out, and finished basements dried.
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Sump Pump Failure Cleanup

Cleanup when a sump pump fails or can't keep pace with groundwater.
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Storm Damage Water Cleanup

Roof leaks from wind, hail, heavy rain and ice dams.
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Water Extraction

Standing water pulled from basements, offices and rental units with truck-mounted gear.
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Structural Drying

Drying gear stays until daily readings show framing and subfloors are dry.
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Crawlspace Water Removal

Water pumped from tight crawlspaces under older homes, then dried.
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Get a Free, No-Obligation Estimate in Helena

Inspections are free. We’ll map the moisture, explain the findings and give you a written price up front.

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Our Mold Remediation Services

Mold Remediation in Helena, Montana

Mold often follows a basement that stayed damp after high groundwater, or a slow leak behind old plaster. Signs include a musty odor, stains that return after scrubbing, and allergies that act up mostly indoors. Our IAQA-certified technicians find what’s feeding the mold, build containment, then remove it.

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Mold Inspection

We test, measure moisture and explain exactly what's growing and why.
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Mold Remediation

Full remediation: containment, removal, cleaning and drying of the affected area.
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Mold Removal

Moldy drywall, carpet and trim removed, and surfaces cleaned.
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Mold Abatement

Large-scale jobs with containment, air scrubbing and careful disposal.
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Black Mold Removal

Careful removal of Stachybotrys and similar molds, with protective gear and containment.
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Mold Containment

Sealed plastic walls and negative air pressure confine spores to the work zone.
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Antimicrobial Mold Fogging

Antimicrobial fog reaches wall cavities and tight spaces wipes can't.
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Structural Drying & Moisture Control

We dry the structure and control the moisture that fed the mold.
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Crawlspace & Attic Mold Remediation

Crawlspaces under older homes and attics after ice dam leaks.
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Air Duct Cleaning

Spores and dust cleared from ductwork before they cycle through the house.
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Emergency Mold Cleanup

Fast help when a home inspection, lease turnover or health worry can't wait.

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Our Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Services

Fire and Smoke Damage Restoration in Helena, Montana

A fire leaves more than charred wood. Soot left in place keeps staining and corroding surfaces. Smoke odor settles into plaster, trim and upholstery, while hose water soaks floors and walls. Summer wildfire smoke can add to the problem in Helena. We secure the home, clean every salvageable surface and deodorize the structure itself, not just the air.

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Fire Damage Restoration

Cleanup after kitchen, chimney, furnace and electrical fires.
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Smoke Damage Cleanup

Residue scrubbed off walls, ceilings and contents after house fires and summer wildfires.
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Soot Removal

Each surface gets its own method, from old plaster and brick to upholstery.
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Smoke Odor Removal

Thermal fogging and hydroxyl treatment neutralize smoke odor in walls and fabrics.
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Emergency Fire Damage Cleanup

Crews roll out from Belgrade at any hour, holidays included.
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Structural Fire Damage Repair

Charred framing and drywall cleaned or torn out, ready for repairs.
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Contents Cleaning & Restoration

Furniture, clothing, photos, electronics and keepsakes cleaned and deodorized.
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HVAC Smoke Contamination Cleanup

We clean the furnace, blower and ductwork so smoke smell stops circulating.
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Board-Up & Property Securing

Broken windows, doors and roof holes covered against Helena weather and trespassers.
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Water Damage Cleanup After Firefighting

Hose water pulled out of floors and walls, then dried with commercial equipment.

Insulation Removal & Specialty Cleaning in Helena

Insulation in an older Helena attic may have been there for decades. Once it gets wet from an ice dam, picks up smoke or is fouled by rodents, it loses insulating value and holds odor. Commercial vacuums pull it out, then we sanitize the space so it’s ready for fresh insulation.

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Water-Damaged Insulation Removal

Soaked batts and loose fill removed to let wall cavities dry out.
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Mold-Contaminated Insulation Removal

Removed and sealed in bags under containment, away from the living space.
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Smoke & Fire Damaged Insulation Removal

Smoky insulation hauled out, taking the trapped odor with it.
Attic insulation with visible mold growth on wood beams and insulation material.

Rodent-Contaminated Insulation Removal

Nests, droppings and fouled insulation removed, then the space is sanitized.
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Crawlspace Insulation Removal

Tight crawlspaces under older homes cleared out safely.
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Attic Insulation Removal

Old attic insulation cleared with high-capacity vacuums and hoses.
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Wet Insulation Removal

Prompt removal when an ice dam or burst line soaks the insulation.
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Blown-In Insulation Removal

Loose-fill cellulose and fiberglass vacuumed out with little mess.
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Batt Insulation Removal

Old fiberglass batts taken down, bagged on site and disposed of.
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Post-Restoration Cleanup

Dust and debris cleaned up before we hand the space back to you.
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We Work With Your Insurance Company

Your insurer receives our invoice directly, along with the photos, moisture records and estimate the adjuster asks for. In most cases, the deductible is the only part you pay. We work with Travelers, State Farm, USAA, Allstate, Liberty Mutual, Farmers, Nationwide and other insurers. If the deductible is a stretch, or the policy leaves something out, 0% financing can help. Landlords and property managers get the same paperwork for their claims.

Why Treasure State

Why Helena Homeowners Call Treasure State

Our family-owned company answers the phone with a real person at midnight the same as at noon. We’re licensed, bonded and insured, and we background-check every technician we send.

We’re members of the Bozeman Area Chamber of Commerce. Meet the team.

IICRC Certified Firm

IAQA Certified

Licensed, Bonded & Insured

Background-Checked Crews

Insurance Claim Assistance

0% Financing

Free Inspections

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Serving All of Helena, 24/7

We work throughout Helena. That includes downtown and Last Chance Gulch, the West Side, South-Central and Catholic Hill, the Railroad District and the Helena Valley. It covers ZIP codes 59601 and 59602 in Lewis and Clark County, where Helena is the county seat and state capital.

Nearby Communities We Serve

Whitehall · Butte · Three Forks · White Sulphur Springs · Manhattan · Belgrade · Bozeman

Southwest Montana Service Area

24/7 Restoration Services Near You

Treasure State Restoration, 524 Jetway Dr Unit H, Belgrade, MT 59714 · 406-404-9826

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Helena Restoration FAQs

About an hour and 45 minutes in normal conditions. Helena is roughly 90 miles from our Belgrade shop. We dispatch around the clock, but snow, ice and road work can slow the drive.

Usually not. Standard homeowners policies typically exclude flooding and water seepage. A flood policy may not pay for seepage that wasn’t caused by a flood. Sudden, accidental plumbing leaks, like a burst pipe, are usually covered. Check your policy, and we’ll photograph and record the damage for your claim regardless.

In many cases, yes. Plaster that’s still sound can be dried in place with directed airflow and dehumidifiers, and we check it with moisture meters as it dries. If it’s crumbling or contaminated, we’ll explain what has to come out and photograph it for your adjuster.

Keep the thermostat at the same setting day and night, and never below 55°F when you travel. During a cold snap, open the sink cabinets on exterior walls and let a faucet on an exposed line drip. Before a long trip, close the main water valve. A smart leak sensor can alert your phone if a line breaks.

Yes. We coordinate with HOAs, landlords and property managers on single rentals and multi-unit buildings alike. Each unit gets its own photos, readings and written estimate, and you get updates until the job is closed out.

Typically 3 to 5 days once commercial drying equipment is set up. Seeping groundwater stretches that out. We take readings every day and leave the equipment in place until the basement tests dry.

Every job is priced on its own. The total reflects the wet area, the water’s contamination level and the materials that need drying or removal. If insurance pays for the loss, your cost is usually just the deductible. You’ll get a free inspection and a written estimate, with 0% financing as an option.

Yes. Fine smoke particles get into ducts, insulation, carpet and clothing, even when flames never reach the house. We clean surfaces and HVAC ducts, deodorize contents, and use thermal fogging or hydroxyl treatment for lingering odor.

Yes. Beyond Helena and the Helena Valley, we work in Whitehall, Butte, Three Forks, White Sulphur Springs, Manhattan, Belgrade, Bozeman and other Montana communities.

Water on the Floor Right Now? Do This First.

  1. Shut off the water. Look for the main valve near the water meter or where the line comes through the basement or crawlspace wall.
  2. Keep away from wet outlets. Only shut off power at the panel if you can get there without walking through water.
  3. Document it. Shoot photos and video of every wet room. They help your adjuster see what happened.
  4. Move valuables. If it’s safe, carry rugs, papers and keepsakes out of the wet area.
  5. Call 406-404-9826. Tell the dispatcher what you’re seeing, and we’ll get a crew rolling toward Helena.
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