Is TBCRN free for homeowners?

Yes. TBCRN's contractor referral service is free to customers.

Does TBCRN perform the work?

No. TBCRN provides contractor introductions. Estimates, scheduling, contracts, pricing and work are handled directly between the customer and contractor.

What areas does TBCRN serve?

TBCRN connects customers with professionals throughout the Tampa Bay area.

What if I don't know which contractor I need?

Describe the problem. TBCRN can help identify the type of professional who normally handles it.

Can I request emergency help?

Yes. Emergency contractor requests can be submitted through TBCRN and are priority routed to an appropriate available professional.

Does TBCRN perform water damage restoration?

No. TBCRN refers you to vetted restoration contractors. All work, estimates, and insurance documentation are handled directly between you and the contractor.

Emergency Contractor Help

Water / Flood Damage

Water damage from flooding, storms, or plumbing failure — needing extraction and drying.

Call 727-312-9947 Send Emergency Request

For fire, suspected gas leaks, immediate electrical or fire hazards, medical emergencies, or any situation threatening life or safety, call 911 or the appropriate utility/emergency authority first. TBCRN is a contractor referral service and not an emergency response agency.

Water damage from flooding, storms, or plumbing failures requires immediate extraction and structural drying. In Tampa Bay, Florida's humidity makes mold growth a serious concern — drying within 24–48 hours is critical to prevent colonization. TBCRN can priority-route your request to an available water damage restoration professional.

Immediate Steps to Take Now

If safe, shut off the source of water (main valve for plumbing, or wait for flooding to subside)

Turn off electricity to affected areas

Remove valuables and furniture from standing water if safe

Take extensive photos for insurance documentation

Begin removing water with towels, mops, or a wet vacuum if available

What NOT to Do

Do not enter standing water near electrical outlets or appliances

Do not use household vacuums to remove water

Do not wait to call — mold can begin growing within 24 hours in Florida's humidity

The Professional You Need

For this emergency, TBCRN refers you to a Water damage restoration contractor. The contractor handles scheduling, estimates, pricing, and all work directly with you.

How TBCRN Helps With This Emergency

Submit an emergency request below and TBCRN priority-routes it to an available water damage restoration contractor in our vetted network.

The contractor contacts you directly regarding scheduling, estimates, and pricing. TBCRN's referral service is free to the customer — you only pay the contractor for work you agree to.

For the fastest response, call or text 727-312-9947 and tell us what's happening.

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Send an Emergency Request

Tell us what's happening and we'll priority-route your request to an available water damage restoration contractor. For the fastest response, call or text 727-312-9947.

Need Help With Water / Flood Damage Right Now?

Tell TBCRN what's happening and we'll priority-route your request.

Get Emergency Help 727-312-9947

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FAQ

Water / Flood Damage FAQs

Within 24–48 hours to prevent mold growth. Florida's humidity accelerates mold colonization, making rapid drying essential.