Extraction, drying, and repairs planned around Bothell housing, where 26.9 percent of units predate 1980.
King County and Snohomish County sides of Bothell
Emergency Water Removal and Extraction Help for Bothell, WA
One call reaches a local restoration company serving both Bothell counties.
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- Local to Bothell, WA, both counties
- Water and sewer utility named by address
- Clean water to sewage, by category
- Sources checked and dated
Local know-how
What Bothell Rain, Freeze Data, and the County Line Mean for Water Damage
The emergency water removal Bothell homes need follows the rain: Seattle Sand Point averages 37.82 inches a year, per NOAA. The city's 2025 hazard plan annex puts 6.10% of city land in Special Flood Hazard Areas along the Sammamish River and North Creek. Sand Point logs 25.0 nights a year at or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit and 0.8 nights at or below 20 degrees.
Bothell splits across the county line, with 28,956 people in the King County part and 19,205 in the Snohomish County part in the 2020 Census. The City of Bothell, Alderwood Water & Wastewater District, and Northshore Utility District are 3 of the 6 water and sewer providers in the city. Cross Valley Water District, Silver Lake Water & Sewer District, and Woodinville Water District serve the other parts.
Building permits inside city limits come from the City of Bothell Permit Center, which takes applications online only through MyBuildingPermit.com. Electrical permits come from Washington L&I, and Snohomish County PDS handles unincorporated Bothell East and Bothell West. Your restoration company plans water damaged drywall repair around the right office, so ask which office covers your address when you call.
Bothell by the numbers
37.82 in
Inches of precipitation a year at Seattle Sand Point, per NOAA normals
25.0
Nights a year at or below 32 degrees Fahrenheit at Sand Point, per NOAA
6.10%
Of city land in FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas, per the 2025 hazard plan annex
28,956King County part
19,205Snohomish County part
What One Call Gets You in Bothell
One call
One phone call reaches a water damage restoration company that works in Bothell, WA.
A local restoration company
An independent restoration company serving Bothell inspects the damage, prices the job, and does the cleanup.
Bothell knowledge on every page
Each page names the permit office, the water and sewer district, and the flood, freeze, and housing facts for the address.
A written estimate after the inspection
The restoration company measures the wet areas first, then gives you the price in writing before work starts.
Drying checked with moisture readings
Readings continue until wet materials reach their drying goals, the practice the IICRC S500 standard describes.
Permitted repairs
Building permits come from the City of Bothell Permit Center, and electrical permits from Washington L&I, which inspect the work.
Address lookup
Utilities and Permit Offices, Place by Place
Pick Bothell or a nearby place to see its county, water and sewer providers, power and gas utilities, and permit office. Every row stays visible in the list below the map.
Places on the map
| Place | Water and sewer | Electric and gas | Permit office |
|---|---|---|---|
| County: King County and Snohomish County | Water and sewer: City of Bothell; Alderwood Water & Wastewater District; Cross Valley Water District; Northshore Utility District; Silver Lake Water & Sewer District; Woodinville Water District | Electric and gas: Puget Sound Energy (King County part); Snohomish County PUD (Snohomish County part); gas: Puget Sound Energy | Permit office: City of Bothell Permit Center; electrical: Washington L&I |
| County: King County | Water and sewer: King County Assessor records code 9.2 percent of Kenmore residential parcels as private sewer; your utility bill names your water and sewer district | Electric and gas: | Permit office: City of Kenmore |
| County: King County | Water and sewer: Woodinville Water District; Private septic on 36.1 percent of residential parcels, by King County Assessor records | Electric and gas: | Permit office: City of Woodinville |
| County: King County | Water and sewer: City of Kirkland water and sewer; Northshore Utility District; Woodinville Water District | Electric and gas: Puget Sound Energy | Permit office: City of Kirkland Development Services Center |
| County: King County | Water and sewer: Lake Forest Park Water District; North City Water District; Northshore Utility District; Seattle Public Utilities; City of Lake Forest Park sewer utility; Northshore Utility District sewer | Electric and gas: Seattle City Light; Puget Sound Energy | Permit office: City of Lake Forest Park Permit Center (Community Development) |
| County: King County | Water and sewer: Woodinville Water District; Private wells; On-site septic | Electric and gas: | Permit office: King County Department of Local Services, Permitting |
| County: Snohomish County | Water and sewer: Alderwood Water & Wastewater District; Silver Lake Water & Sewer District | Electric and gas: Snohomish County PUD | Permit office: City of Mill Creek Community Development & Planning, Permit Counter |
| County: Snohomish County | Water and sewer: Silver Lake Water & Sewer District; Alderwood Water & Wastewater District | Electric and gas: Snohomish County PUD | Permit office: Snohomish County Planning & Development Services (PDS) |
| County: Snohomish County | Water and sewer: Alderwood Water & Wastewater District; City of Brier | Electric and gas: Snohomish County PUD; Puget Sound Energy | Permit office: City of Brier Public Works Department |
| County: Snohomish County | Water and sewer: City of Mountlake Terrace; Alderwood Water & Wastewater District | Electric and gas: Snohomish County PUD | Permit office: City of Mountlake Terrace Community Development |
| County: Snohomish County | Water and sewer: City of Lynnwood Public Works; Alderwood Water & Wastewater District | Electric and gas: Snohomish County PUD | Permit office: City of Lynnwood Development and Business Services, Permit Center at City Hall, 19100 44th Ave W |
| County: Snohomish County | Water and sewer: Cross Valley Water District; Cross Valley sewer in limited areas, such as the Maltby Urban Growth Area, served through King County; On-site septic systems outside sewer areas, with inspections through the Snohomish County Health Department | Electric and gas: Snohomish County PUD | Permit office: Snohomish County Planning & Development Services (PDS) |
Your water bill names your water and sewer district, and the county property tax statement or parcel record shows city or county.
From Your Call to a Written Estimate
The emergency water extraction Bothell, WA callers ask for follows 3 steps, from the phone call to a written estimate.
- 1
Call the number on this page
You describe the water source, the wet rooms, and whether the water has stopped.
- 2
Speak with a local restoration company
A water damage restoration company serving Bothell asks about your address, county, and water category, then sets the inspection with you.
- 3
Get a written estimate after the inspection
The restoration company measures the moisture and the wet area first, then puts the scope and price in writing before work starts.
Cleanup, Drying, and Repair by Service
The water removal services Bothell restoration companies provide for you are grouped by type below, and the full water damage services index adds permit notes.
Dehumidifiers sized to room volume and readings checked against dry material, in a wet November climate.
Basement extraction with the power status confirmed first, where 41.5 percent of King County Bothell buildings have basements.
Category 3 sewage extraction with contamination controls, for Bothell homes on city or district sewer.
Bothell exempts painting and tiling from permits under BMC 20.02.095.B, but drywall is not on that list.
Washington sets no mold certification rule, so ask how a Bothell company follows the IICRC S520 standard.
Carpet, pad, and hardwood sorted by water category and meter readings, with Bothell permit rules for replacement.
Census AHS data puts crawl spaces under 51.6 percent of single-family homes in the Seattle metro, Bothell included.
Map how far the water went before walls open, since PSCAA requires an asbestos survey before renovation in Bothell.
Offices, shops, and restaurants near North Creek get drying plans and moisture logs a property manager can file.
See what a Bothell written estimate lists, from water category and wet area to asbestos surveys in older buildings.
Wet ceilings under Bothell bathrooms and roofs get moisture readings first, then drying in place where EPA allows it.
Water Emergencies Sorted by Source
Each card starts from where the water came from, and the water leak cleanup index adds safety steps from the CDC and the US EPA.
A plumber replaces the heater under a Bothell permit, and your restoration company dries the floor and walls around it.
Seepage after a wet Bothell November differs from a flood claim, and your restoration company records where it entered.
Washer hoses, dishwashers, and ice maker lines leak into floors, and 34.5% of Bothell units are rentals with a written-notice rule.
Backflow from beyond the trap is Category 3 water, and 33.8% of Bothell homes share a building with other units.
6.10% of Bothell land sits in FEMA flood hazard areas along the Sammamish River, North Creek, Horse Creek, and Swamp Creek.
Bothell owners repair the service line past the meter, and the OIC says most policies exclude gradual leaks.
Bothell Situations Your Restoration Company Handles
These 5 Bothell situations come from city, county, and federal records, each with what your restoration company does.
| Situation | What Your Restoration Company Does |
|---|---|
| Side sewer backup into a lower-level bathroom in the City of Bothell sewer area | Your restoration company treats the water as Category 3 under IICRC S500 and sets contamination controls before sewage water extraction and drying. |
| Creek water in a low spot along North Creek after heavy rain | Your restoration company treats rising creek water as Category 3 and follows the storm and flood water cleanup order, from extraction to moisture logs. |
| Water heater leak in a garage or utility room | In water heater leak cleanup, your restoration company dries the floor and walls, and the plumber's heater replacement can need a City of Bothell permit. |
| Wet drywall in a finished basement, found in 36.6% of King County part residential buildings | Your restoration company dries wallboard in place when it shows no swelling and its seams are intact, per US EPA guidance, and replaces it otherwise. |
| Leak from the unit above in a Bothell condo building | Your restoration company documents the source and the wet areas, and you check the association's declaration and master policy, per the Washington OIC. |
Local knowledge
Why This Call Starts With Local Facts
These 6 Bothell facts shape how a local restoration company inspects, dries, and permits the work at your address.
2 ZIP Codes, 2 Counties
ZIP 98011 lies entirely in King County and 98021 entirely in Snohomish County, and 98021 also covers unincorporated land outside the city. Your restoration company confirms city or county limits before naming the permit office.
Power Split by County
Puget Sound Energy serves electricity in the King County part and Snohomish County PUD in the Snohomish County part. Snohomish County PUD requires a licensed electrician to fix damaged customer equipment before it restores power.
Daylight Basements on Bothell Slopes
King County Assessor records flag a daylight basement on 32.2% of residential buildings in the King County part of Bothell. Your restoration company reads walls and floors on both levels before it chooses drying equipment.
Crawl Spaces Across the Metro
The Census AHS 2023 puts crawl spaces under 51.6% of occupied single-family homes in the Seattle metro. Your restoration company inspects insulation, vapor barrier, and joists during crawl space water removal.
Your Side of the Water Meter
The City of Bothell puts each repair beyond the water meter, the service line included, on the homeowner. Your restoration company dries the house while a plumber with a Washington L&I certificate repairs the line.
Leak Credits on the Water Bill
The City of Bothell grants a leak adjustment once in 3 years after proof of a physical repair, crediting back up to 120 days. Alderwood allows one adjustment every 24 months per meter, so keep the plumber's repair invoice.
Housing profile
Bothell Housing Age and Foundation Types
Housing age and foundation type change what your restoration company checks first. Each bar shows a sourced share and the check that goes with it.
| Housing measure | Share | What your restoration company checks |
|---|---|---|
| Built before 1960US Census Bureau | 5.3% | Lead-safe work practice, since US EPA RRP rules cover paint disturbed in homes built before 1978. |
| Built before 1980US Census Bureau | 26.9% | The asbestos survey Puget Sound Clean Air Agency requires before drywall or flooring comes out. |
| In buildings with 2 or more unitsUS Census Bureau | 33.8% | Water paths between units, plus the association declaration and master policy named by the OIC. |
| Housing measure | Share | What your restoration company checks |
|---|---|---|
| Basement, King County part of BothellKing County | 41.5% | Standing water below grade and moisture in the slab and lower walls before drying starts. |
| Finished basement, King County part of BothellKing County | 36.6% | Drywall, carpet pad, and framing readings that decide what dries in place. |
| Crawl space, Seattle metro single-family homesUS Census Bureau | 51.6% | Insulation, vapor barrier, and joists under the floor for standing water. |
| Concrete slab, Seattle metro single-family homesUS Census Bureau | 22.8% | A moisture map under flooring laid on the slab before any flooring comes up. |
Year-built and unit shares come from Census ACS 2020 to 2024, and basement shares from King County Assessor records for the King County part. Crawl space and slab shares come from the Census AHS 2023 for the Seattle metro, not Bothell alone.
Storm history
Federal Storm and Flood Declarations Covering Bothell's 2 Counties
These 8 major disaster declarations named both King County and Snohomish County, so both sides of Bothell fell inside each one. The calendar shades the months each incident ran, and each card says what that kind of event means for water damage here.
Incident months, 2006 to 2025
- Mar to OctNone of these declarations ran from March to October.
DR-1671
Declared December 12, 2006
Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides
Incident November 2 to 11, 2006 · King and Snohomish counties
Stream flooding counts as Category 3 water under IICRC S500, so your restoration company sets contamination controls first; this declaration included Individual Assistance.
DR-1682
Declared February 14, 2007
Severe Winter Storm, Landslides, and Mudslides
Incident December 14 to 15, 2006 · King and Snohomish counties
S500 does not treat wind-driven rain as automatically Category 3, so your restoration company sets the category after it inspects the wet areas.
DR-1734
Declared December 8, 2007
Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides
Incident December 1 to 17, 2007 · King and Snohomish counties
This rain flooded areas across Bothell and forced evacuations of homes and a business park, per the city's 2025 hazard plan annex.
DR-1817
Declared January 30, 2009
Severe Winter Storm, Landslides, Mudslides, and Flooding
Incident January 6 to 16, 2009 · King and Snohomish counties
This flood declaration carried Individual Assistance, and your restoration company photographs and records wet areas, the records the OIC tells policyholders to keep.
DR-1825
Declared March 2, 2009
Severe Winter Storm and Record and Near Record Snow
Incident December 12, 2008 to January 5, 2009 · King and Snohomish counties
Sand Point logs 25.0 freezing nights a year, so your restoration company checks exterior walls and crawl spaces for leaks after a cold snap.
DR-4056
Declared March 5, 2012
Severe Winter Storm, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides
Incident January 14 to 23, 2012 · King and Snohomish counties
Atmospheric rivers bring small-stream flooding and rain-driven landslides to Bothell, per the city annex, and your restoration company inspects hillside lower levels for seepage.
DR-4539
Declared April 23, 2020
Severe Storms, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides
Incident January 20 to February 10, 2020 · King and Snohomish counties
Minor flooding returns in low spots along North Creek, per the city annex, and your restoration company maps moisture in ground-level rooms near the creek.
DR-4906
Declared April 7, 2026
Severe Storms, Straight-line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides
Incident December 5 to 19, 2025 · King and Snohomish counties
This newest declaration includes Individual Assistance for King and Snohomish counties, and your restoration company documents the damage with photos and moisture readings.
OpenFEMA lists 17 flood or severe storm declarations since 2005 that named King or Snohomish County, and this calendar shows the 8 naming both.
Bothell Callers and What Brings Them to the Phone
These 6 caller groups reach a local restoration company from Bothell, each listed with the local trigger behind your call.
Group 1
Homeowners With Basements
The water extraction services Bothell homes need start below grade, since 41.5% of King County part residential buildings have basements, per the Assessor.
Group 2
Renters
An emergency water cleanup Bothell renters need starts with a written leak report to the landlord, per the Washington State Department of Health.
Group 3
Condo and Townhome Owners
A water clean up Bothell condo owners face starts with the declaration and master policy, which set what the association insures, per the OIC.
Group 4
Landlords and Property Managers
Renters occupy 34.5% of Bothell housing units, and the Washington State Department of Health puts leak and moisture repairs on the landlord.
Group 5
Business Park Owners and Tenants
North Creek runs through Bothell business parks, and Perry Creek drains to North Creek inside the Canyon Park business park, per city subarea plans.
Group 6
Owners of Homes Built Before 1980
Bothell has 26.9% of its housing units built before 1980, so an asbestos survey and lead-safe rules come up before drywall comes out.
6 Measurements Behind a Bothell Water Damage Estimate
Your restoration company prices the job from 6 measured factors after the inspection, and no dollar figure appears here without a verified source.
Factor 1
Water Category
Category 3 water from sewage or rising streams calls for contamination controls and worker protection before drying, per IICRC S500.
Factor 2
Wet Area and Drying Class
The class of the job and the room volume in cubic feet set the dehumidifier count on the IICRC sizing chart.
Factor 3
Drying Duration
Drying a flooded home takes from days to weeks, per the US EPA, and each monitoring visit adds to the job.
Factor 4
Materials Removed
US EPA guidance sends porous materials such as moldy carpet and ceiling tiles to disposal when they cannot be cleaned and dried.
Factor 5
Older Home Checks
Puget Sound Clean Air Agency requires an asbestos survey before renovation, and 26.9% of Bothell housing units were built before 1980.
Factor 6
Licensed Trade Repairs
Plumbing goes to plumbers with an L&I certificate, and lead-safe RRP rules apply to paint disturbed in homes built before 1978.
A policy deductible and any water damage sublimit shape your share, per the Washington OIC. The water damage FAQ covers flood, sewer backup, and gradual leak rules.
Cities and Communities Around Bothell
Each card lists a nearby place with its own permit office, and the water damage companies near Bothell index explains how to confirm yours.
FEMA flood zones on Swamp Creek and the Sammamish River, with City of Kenmore permits.
Woodinville Water District service, a 36.1 percent private sewer share, and Little Bear Creek flood zones.
City electrical permits, Northshore Utility District in Finn Hill and Kingsgate, and Forbes Creek flood zones.
Lyon Creek flood history, Seattle City Light electric, and a 1968 ACS median year built.
Unincorporated King County, where 88.1 percent of residential parcels run on septic.
City permit counter, with Alderwood or Silver Lake for water and wastewater.
Unincorporated and outside the City of Mill Creek; Snohomish County PDS issues permits.
City sewer, Alderwood water, and building inspections 3 days a week by appointment.
Lake Ballinger flood history, city electrical permits, and homes from the 1950s to 1970s.
Owner side sewer rules, the Scriber Creek flood plan, and city electrical permits.
Snohomish County permits, Cross Valley Water District, and septic rules for an unincorporated area.
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Answers to Read Before You Call
What Happens After You Dial About Water in a Bothell Home?
You speak with a local water damage restoration company that serves Bothell and asks where the water came from and which rooms are wet. It then inspects, measures the moisture, and gives you a written estimate before work starts. Ask which county and permit office cover your address.
Which Water and Sewer Provider Serves Your Part of Bothell?
Your water bill names it, since 6 providers serve parts of Bothell. The 2024 comprehensive plan names the City of Bothell as the primary provider in the King County part and Alderwood in the Snohomish County part. Give your restoration company the provider name when the leak involves the meter or the side sewer.
Does a 98021 Address Put Your Home Inside Bothell City Limits?
No, ZIP 98021 lies entirely in Snohomish County but also covers unincorporated land, including Bothell East and Bothell West. Snohomish County PDS handles permits there, and its Map Portal shows whether an address is city or county. Your restoration company confirms the permit office before it plans repairs.
How Do You Vet a Restoration Company Working in Bothell After a Storm?
Check its registration, bond, and insurance on the Washington L&I lookup named Verify a Contractor, Tradesperson or Business. L&I also says to get written bids, sign a written contract, and never pay in full before the job is done. L&I notes that disasters draw scam artists to homes uninvited, so verify the company before you sign.
Which Kinds of Water Damage Does a Washington Home Policy Leave Out?
Outside flood water, sewer or drain backup without an endorsement, and gradual leaks fall outside a standard Washington home policy, per the OIC. Flood coverage comes from NFIP or a private flood policy. Your restoration company records the water source and moisture readings, so ask for those records when you call.
Why Does a Bothell Price Come Only After the Inspection?
The price depends on measurements taken at your address: water category, wet area, drying class, and the materials that come out. Bothell homes range from the 5.3% of units built before 1960 to a 1992 median year built, per Census ACS. Your restoration company measures first and then writes the estimate, so ask what each line covers.
What Stops Mold From Following a Leak in a Wet Bothell Winter?
Drying wet areas and items within 24 to 48 hours prevents mold growth, per the US EPA. November is the wettest month at Seattle Sand Point, with 5.85 inches of rain, per NOAA. Your restoration company dries materials to documented goals under IICRC S500, so ask how the readings are logged.
This page relies on 48 public documents, such as records from NOAA NCEI, City of Bothell, and US Census Bureau. Find each one and its check date on the references and fact-checks page.
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