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Basement floor drain cleanup and sanitizing in Appleton

  • Appleton, WI 54914
  • Completed August 21, 2026
  • 15 photos documented, 12 shown
★★★★★ 4.9 from 113 Google reviews · IICRC-certified · Locally owned since 1991
Dark residue on the basement floor by the water heaterBefore
Dark residue on the basement floor by the water heater · Aug 21, 2026

What happened in Appleton

This Appleton basement was a water emergency, and the crew handled the cleanup on August 21, 2026, the day the job was opened, documenting it with 15 photos.

The concrete had dark residue and staining spread out from the floor drain, around the water heater, the laundry area and the storage. The crew scraped the residue off the floor, scrubbed the concrete with brushes, pushed the water to the drain with a squeegee, and then fogged the basement with an antimicrobial treatment to reach the surfaces and the air.

The later photos show the floor cleaned and the space being fogged.

Work performed

  • Same-day water emergency response
  • Residue scraped from the concrete
  • Floor scrubbed and squeegeed to the drain
  • Antimicrobial fogging of the basement

Photos labeled Before and After were taken by the CCS crew on this job.

Dealing with water damage in Appleton?

Water keeps spreading into floors, walls and insulation for hours after a leak stops. Phones are answered 24/7.

  • Same local crew that did this job
  • Answered 24/7, including nights and weekends
  • We document everything for your insurance

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Homeowners who called CCS for water damage

Real Google reviews from customers who hired CCS for water damage and related work.

4.9★★★★★113 Google reviews
★★★★★

“I reached out to Jamie when my tenant informed me there was a backup in the drain in the basement. It was not a healthy situation and I knew it had to be taken care of quickly.”

Jill D. · Google review · 2026
★★★★★

“Our recent experience with CCS dealing with the aftermath of a flood situation falls nothing short of outstanding! From Jamie assessing and coordinating the timely demo, clean up, and sanitation of the affected areas, to being an advocate and intermediary with my insurance company, Jamie certainly…”

Brent H. · Google review · 2026
★★★★★

“Writing this for my mom who lives in Denmark, WI. “On Tuesday, April 14 my husband and I baled out our flooded basement for 3 hours carrying 5 gallon pails up the basement steps. I looked up Water Damage Restoration and called CCS Property Service LLC.”

Christine H. · Google review · 2026
★★★★★

“My husband and I noticed mold on a couple of different spots on a baseboard and outlet plugs that were below some windows. We remembered having a great experience from a few years back with Mike Wotruba at CCS about an issue we had going on in our basement, so we gave him a call right away.”

Sarah R. · Google review · 2026
★★★★★

“We recently had our roof done and I wanted a second pair of eyes to ensure no mold was present due to having leaks for some time. Mike Wotruba showed up thankfully after roofing rescheduled twice and he was so accommodating. Super helpful with questions and went above and beyond for me.”

Stephanie S. · Google review · 2026
★★★★★

“We were brand-new to the area when we discovered unexpected water damage in our home, and CCS Property Services was absolutely fantastic from start to finish.”

Richard R. · Google review · 2025

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Water damage questions, answered

Does CCS Property Services do water damage in Appleton?

Yes. This project was in Appleton, WI 54914, and our crews work throughout Appleton and the surrounding area. Our Green Bay office is about 21 miles away. This is one of 13 water damage projects we've published from Appleton. Phones are answered 24/7 for emergencies.

What should I do in the first hour after a water leak?

Shut off the water at the main valve if you can, and turn off power to any wet area if it's safe to reach the panel. Move valuables and furniture off wet floors, take photos for insurance, and call a restoration company. Don't use a household vacuum on standing water.

How fast can CCS get to my home?

Phones are answered 24/7. In most cases we can have a crew on site within about an hour of your call for active water emergencies in the Green Bay area.

Does homeowners insurance cover water damage in Wisconsin?

Most policies cover sudden and accidental water damage, like a burst pipe or an appliance failure. Damage from long-term leaks or neglect usually isn't covered, and flooding from surface water typically needs separate flood coverage. Sump pump backup is often an add-on endorsement. We document the loss and work directly with your adjuster.

How long does it take to dry out a flooded basement?

Most structures dry in three to five days with professional equipment, depending on how much water there was, what materials got wet and the weather. We check moisture readings daily and only pull equipment when readings confirm it's dry.

Will I get mold after water damage?

Mold can start growing within 24 to 48 hours on wet drywall, wood and carpet. Fast extraction and drying is what prevents it, which is why we treat water damage as an emergency.

Do you handle the repairs too?

Yes. We dry out the structure and then rebuild what was removed, so you deal with one company from the first call to the finished room.