When a property is damaged, the first question is usually simple: What do we do now?
Whether you are dealing with a burst pipe, roof leak, fire, smoke, flooding, mold, or an environmental issue, property damage often extends far beyond what is visible. Water migrates beneath flooring and into wall cavities, while smoke and soot travel well past the point of origin.
At ECOS, we handle the technical cleanup, environmental remediation, and reconstruction that follow these situations. Founded in 2004, we have spent over two decades helping our neighbors across Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming rebuild after the unexpected. We manage the technical restoration details so you can focus on your family, your business, and your recovery.
Dealing with property damage in Steamboat Springs? You can call us anytime at (888) 868-5420.
What You Can Expect from Us
- Someone to answer, even after hours. Live operators are available 24/7, including weekends and holidays. We aim to have a professional at your property within two hours.
- People who know restoration. Most of our staff holds IICRC certifications in water and fire damage restoration, backed by years of hands-on experience.
- Cleanup that can lead into rebuilding. As licensed general contractors, we can handle reconstruction when damaged materials need to be replaced.
- Help with the insurance side. We work directly with your insurance company and provide information about the restoration work involved.
- A one-year commitment on qualifying repairs. Our water damage and fire damage repair services come with a one-year service guarantee.
- Safety throughout the job. We consider the safety of occupants, property owners, and our crews. In more than 14 years of operation, we have had only one reportable injury.
- A chance to tell us how we did. We survey every customer and use their feedback to evaluate our work and service.
- A strong track record in the community. We have an A+ rating, along with recognition including the Aspen Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year award and Pulse of the City recognition.
Damage Restoration Starts with Understanding the Loss
Effective restoration isn't about tearing out everything that looks damaged, it's about understanding what happened, where moisture or smoke traveled, and what the structure truly requires.
Local climate and high-altitude terrain play a significant role in how property damage develops in Steamboat Springs. The City identifies flash flooding and heavy rain or snowmelt events among the area's primary flood risks, driven by seasonal water flow through the Yampa River, Butcherknife Creek, Burgess Creek, Spring Creek, Soda Creek, and Walton Creek. Downtown Steamboat Springs is particularly attuned to high-water conditions from Butcherknife Creek during spring snowmelt in the Yampa Valley.
Winter and spring bring distinct moisture challenges. Heavy snow accumulation, ice damming along rooflines, and late-season runoff create complex water intrusion risks that can affect structural building components.
Our role is to look beyond surface-level damage and execute the exact restoration protocol your property requires.
Services We Provide
Depending on what occurred, ECOS assists with:
- Water and flood damage mitigation
- Fire and smoke damage restoration
- Mold evaluation and remediation
- Asbestos testing and abatement
- Radon testing and mitigation
- Biohazard, HAZMAT, and animal waste cleanup
- Emergency board-ups and site containment
- Hail, wind, and storm damage repair
- Structural reconstruction
We evaluate each situation individually and execute only the work that actually applies to the loss.
What to Do Immediately After Property Damage
- Stop the source (If safe). Shut off the main water line after a plumbing failure. Stay clear of structural hazards, standing water, sewage, fire debris, or suspected asbestos.
- Document the loss. Take photos and video of affected structural areas and personal belongings. Note the date and time you discovered the issue for your insurance claim.
- Avoid assumptions. A dry floor surface does not mean moisture isn't trapped in subflooring. Clean-looking walls after a fire do not mean soot didn't travel into wall cavities or HVAC ductwork.
- Call professionals early. Contact our team at (888) 868-5420 before tearing out materials unnecessarily, which can disturb hazardous materials or compromise structural evidence.
Our Water Damage Restoration Work
Water damage can stem from indoor supply failures and appliance line breaks, or outdoor sources like roof leaks and spring flooding.
Because the contamination level dictates the cleanup protocol, clean-water plumbing leaks and outdoor floodwaters are handled using different safety procedures. The condition of the water, affected structural materials, and length of exposure time dictate the specialized drying, sanitization, and extraction process needed.
Our Approach to Fire & Smoke Restoration
Fire restoration is rarely limited to the area where flames were visible. Smoke and soot travel through ventilation and wall voids, leaving corrosive residues and heavy odor throughout the property. Additionally, water used during firefighting introduces secondary moisture issues that must be addressed immediately. Our comprehensive process addresses structural stability, soot and odor removal, water extraction, emergency board-ups, and full rebuilding.
Mold, Asbestos, & Environmental Cleanup
Not every property issue begins with a sudden emergency. Unaddressed moisture leaks can eventually trigger mold growth, while structural repairs or demolition on older buildings may uncover materials requiring asbestos testing or abatement before work continues.
ECOS handles these environmental hazards directly alongside standard restoration operations. Our staff includes technicians with 40-hour HAZWOPER certification, allowing us to safely manage biohazards, radon, asbestos, and mold as part of the overall structural recovery.
Our Water Damage Restoration Work
Water damage can stem from indoor supply failures and appliance line breaks, or outdoor sources like roof leaks and spring flooding.
Because the contamination level dictates the cleanup protocol, clean-water plumbing leaks and outdoor floodwaters are handled using different safety procedures. The condition of the water, affected structural materials, and length of exposure time dictate the specialized drying, sanitization, and extraction process needed.
Our Approach to Fire & Smoke Restoration
Fire restoration is rarely limited to the area where flames were visible. Smoke and soot travel through ventilation and wall voids, leaving corrosive residues and heavy odor throughout the property. Additionally, water used during firefighting introduces secondary moisture issues that must be addressed immediately. Our comprehensive process addresses structural stability, soot and odor removal, water extraction, emergency board-ups, and full rebuilding.
Mold, Asbestos, & Environmental Cleanup
Not every property issue begins with a sudden emergency. Unaddressed moisture leaks can eventually trigger mold growth, while structural repairs or demolition on older buildings may uncover materials requiring asbestos testing or abatement before work continues.
ECOS handles these environmental hazards directly alongside standard restoration operations. Our staff includes technicians with 40-hour HAZWOPER certification, allowing us to safely manage biohazards, radon, asbestos, and mold as part of the overall structural recovery.
From Restoration to Reconstruction
Some losses can be addressed entirely through drying, cleaning, and sanitizing. Other situations leave behind damaged drywall, subflooring, cabinetry, framing, or load-bearing components that must be rebuilt.
That is where our general contracting background benefits your project. We handle the full "Restore, Replace, Renew" process, transitioning smoothly from emergency mitigation into structural repairs without requiring you to hire separate construction contractors.
Get Damage Restoration Help in Steamboat Springs
Property damage creates immediate questions: What can be saved? Where is hidden moisture trapped? How do we navigate the insurance claim?
Those questions are why our process begins with an accurate evaluation of the loss rather than a generic cleanup plan. At ECOS, we manage the technical restoration, environmental safety, and rebuilding details so you can focus on moving forward.
For 24/7 damage restoration service in Steamboat Springs, call ECOS at (888) 868-5420. Emergency response and weekend appointments are available.