Restoration Services

24/7 Restoration Services in Reading & Berks County, PA

When disaster strikes your home or business, you need a restoration contractor who responds fast, understands the damage, and knows how to work with your insurance company to get the job done right. That’s exactly what The Helping Company does.

As an IICRC Certified Firm led by an IICRC Master-certified owner with over 25 years of experience in insurance restoration, we bring a level of expertise that most contractors simply don’t have. We’re not just cleaning up the mess — we’re managing the entire restoration process from emergency response through final repairs, and we handle the insurance claim every step of the way.

Whether you’re dealing with a flooded basement, fire damage, or a mold problem, our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. We serve homeowners and businesses throughout Berks County, Lancaster County, Chester County, Montgomery County, Lebanon County, and the surrounding Southeastern PA communities.

Our Restoration Services

Water Damage Restoration

From burst pipes and appliance failures to storm flooding and sewage backups, water damage requires immediate action. Our certified technicians respond 24/7 with professional-grade extraction equipment, structural drying systems, and moisture monitoring to prevent secondary damage and mold growth. We document everything for your insurance claim from day one.
Water Damage Restoration

Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration

After a fire, the damage goes far beyond what the flames touched. Smoke, soot, and water from fire suppression can cause extensive secondary damage to your home’s structure, contents, and air quality. Our team handles emergency board-up and tarping, smoke and soot removal, structural cleaning, odor neutralization, and full reconstruction — all coordinated directly with your insurance carrier.

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Mold Remediation

Mold can develop within 24–48 hours of water exposure and poses serious health risks if not properly addressed. We follow IICRC S520 standards for mold assessment and remediation, including containment, HEPA filtration, antimicrobial treatment, and third-party clearance testing. If your insurance policy covers mold, we’ll handle the claim process for you.

Mold Remediation

Why Homeowners Choose The Helping Company for Restoration

IICRC Master Certified Owner:

Our owner, Travis Frees, holds the highest designation available through the Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification. This isn’t a weekend course — it’s the industry’s gold standard, and it means we understand the science behind every restoration decision we make.

Insurance Claims Experts:

With 25 years of experience working insurance restoration claims, we know how adjusters think, what documentation they need, and how to advocate for you to get the coverage you deserve. We handle the claim from start to finish so you don’t have to fight with your insurance company.

24/7 Emergency Response:

Water doesn’t wait, and neither do we. Call us any time, day or night, and we’ll have a crew on-site as quickly as possible to begin mitigation and prevent further damage to your property.

Full-Service Contractor:

Unlike restoration-only companies, we also handle the rebuild. Roofing, siding, drywall, flooring, painting, we manage the entire project under one roof, so you don’t have to coordinate multiple contractors.

HAAG Certified Inspectors:

Our inspectors are certified by HAAG Engineering, the industry leader in storm damage assessment. This certification is recognized by insurance companies nationwide and gives our damage assessments extra credibility when negotiating your claim.

Locally Owned & Operated:

We’re not a franchise. We’re a family-owned company based in Reading, PA, with deep roots in the Berks County community. When you call us, you’re talking to neighbors who genuinely care about your home.

Our Certifications

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The Helping Company LLC BBB Business Review
The Helping Company is an IICRC Certified Firm with HAAG Certified Inspectors, a CertainTeed ShingleMaster, and holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. We are fully licensed (PA #PA149251) and insured. Our team undergoes ongoing training to stay current with industry best practices, building codes, and insurance industry changes.
Dealing with water damage, fire damage, or mold? Don’t wait — call The Helping Company at 610-234-2210 for 24/7 emergency restoration services. We’ll be there fast, handle your insurance claim, and get your home back to normal.

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