When water is spreading in Paramount
Paramount residents should call the moment water starts moving, because wet drywall and subfloor start to weaken within hours. Our 24/7 line is answered on weekends and holidays, and crews are dispatched as soon as one is available. Say where the water began, how far it has traveled and whether it is near outlets.
In Paramount, as anywhere, the ANSI/IICRC S500 industry standard defines the water categories that decide how much material must be removed.
If water is still spreading: before we arrive
Shut it off
Close the main valve or the fixture valve. If you cannot find it, call and the dispatcher will talk you through the search.
Power safety
Only cut power at a dry panel. Call the utility or 911 for any electrical or gas risk.
Raise valuables
Place electronics and documents on high, dry surfaces and lift furniture off wet carpet.
Keep clear
Keep people and pets out of dark or foul water and take dated photos.
Paramount at a glance
Paramount quick facts
Los Angeles County city incorporated in 1957, with about 53,733 residents in the 2020 census. ZIP code 90723 is covered, and emergency dispatch is available around the clock.
Paramount Boulevard, the city's main north-south street, gave the city its name, and Interstate 105 crosses the northern part of town. Give the dispatcher the nearest cross street to Paramount Boulevard or the side of I-105 you are on, which speeds up routing.
A city of renters and owners: who to notify
About 57.1 percent of Paramount's occupied homes are renter-occupied. Tenants should notify the landlord in writing with dated photos and keep a copy, while owners should call their insurer early. Both should keep receipts for emergency costs, such as a hotel or purchased supplies.
The city was incorporated in 1957 during the postwar building era, so many homes there date from the decades after. Homes from that period commonly have copper supply lines and cast-iron drains, so tell the crew roughly when your house was built if a pipe has failed.
How the first three days usually go
Mitigation comes first. A crew extracts water, maps the moisture and sets drying equipment, which the water mitigation page explains in detail. Repair comes later, once readings are normal, and the water damage repair page covers that stage. If water stood in a garage or lower room, emergency water removal is the starting point.
| Stage | What happens | Your part |
|---|---|---|
| Day of the leak | Source stopped, water extracted, equipment placed | Photos, valuables lifted, written notice to landlord if renting |
| Days 2 to 4 | Daily moisture readings and equipment adjustments | Keep equipment running, avoid moving it |
| After dry readings | Rebuild scope written and priced | Review the scope, call your insurer |
Paperwork after a Paramount leak
Sudden and accidental water damage, such as a failed supply line, is often covered by homeowners and renters policies. Gradual leaks and neglect often are not, and flood is usually excluded. Read your policy for the deductible and the reporting deadline, then call your insurer before large repairs begin.
Keep a folder of dated photos, the crew's moisture readings, receipts and the written scope. If you disagree with an insurer's decision, the California Department of Insurance consumer hotline is 1-800-927-4357. We document the loss, but the coverage decision belongs to your insurer.
Mistakes that make Paramount water losses worse
- Waiting for the stain to dry before calling, which leaves moisture in the wall
- Running a household vacuum over wet carpet or standing water
- Turning the air conditioning on high to dry the room without a plan
- Painting over a stain before the wall is confirmed dry
Water providers and landmarks in Paramount
Who serves your water, and how to direct a crew
Golden State Water Company lists Paramount in its Central Basin West service area, and its customer service line is open 24 hours at 1-800-999-4033. Your bill shows your provider, and knowing the number before an emergency saves minutes when a main valve will not turn.
The Hay Tree, a mature camphor tree and California State Historical Landmark tied to the area's hay trading past, is one place locals use for directions. Give the crew your cross streets, since landmark directions only help if the crew knows the street.
Paramount water damage questions
Yes, all day and all night. Call (213) 776-0579 and describe the water depth and source. A crew is sent as soon as one is available, and same-day response is offered when crews can be spared.
Paramount is served under ZIP code 90723, which covers the city along Paramount Boulevard and the streets north toward I-105 and south of it. Call with your address to confirm coverage.
Check your water bill for your provider. Golden State Water customers can call 1-800-999-4033 at any hour, and every house also has an interior shutoff you can try first.
Renters policies often cover sudden and accidental water damage to your belongings, and often exclude flood. Check your policy and ask your insurer.
Yes. We are based in South Gate, and Paramount crews also cover Compton and the surrounding towns.