Stop the water
Turn off the water at the mains or the appliance, if it's safe to do so.
Water Damage and Carpet Drying Services in Tasmania
Water through the ceiling or a burst pipe in the night? Call our 24-hour emergency line on 0483 982 111. The sooner water comes out of carpet, the more you can save, and cold, damp Tasmanian weather slows drying. We extract water and dry carpets across Greater Hobart, Launceston and the North-West Coast.
We extract the water, set up air movers and check moisture readings until everything's dry. Every job starts with a $215 inspection, including GST, and ends with a photo report.
- 24-hour emergency line: 0483 982 111
- Clean, grey and black water clean-up
- Moisture readings until the carpet is dry
- Homes, rentals and business premises
- 6am to 10pm
- Seven days, plus a 24-hour emergency line
- We stay until you're happy
- Our guarantee on every clean
- $10M
- Public liability insurance
- Free quotes
- Fixed before we start
What water damage do we handle?
Clean water from burst pipes, leaking hot water systems and rain getting in, grey water from washing machine and dishwasher overflows, and black water from sewage or floodwater.
Grey and black water need more than drying: contaminated materials are removed, and the area is cleaned before it dries. Black water clean-up is quoted after the inspection, and we tell you honestly what can be saved.
We don't fix plumbing or building damage. Your plumber stops the leak first. For mould on walls or ceilings, see mould cleaning in Tasmania, and once dry, carpets can be refreshed with carpet cleaning.
What should you do before we arrive?
Three quick steps help limit the damage while we're on the way.
Stay safe around power
Keep clear of power points and appliances near water. Call an electrician if you're unsure.
Take photos
Photograph the damage before anything is moved. Your insurer may ask for them.
How do we dry wet carpet?
Every job follows the same four stages. Your photo report records each one.
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Step 01
We book the inspection
You get an arrival time and the $215 inspection fee in writing.
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Step 02
We inspect and quote
Water type, moisture readings and a written scope before drying starts.
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Step 03
We extract and dry
Equipment runs and readings are taken until the carpet is dry.
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Step 04
You get a photo report
Every stage recorded, ready for your insurer.
Why does water damage need fast action in Tasmania?
Tasmania's cool, damp climate means wet materials dry slowly. The longer water sits, the bigger the job.
- Wet carpet in a cold room can stay damp for days without drying equipment.
- Mould can start in wet materials within a couple of days.
- Winter storms and blocked gutters push water into older homes.
- Many older homes sit on timber subfloors, where trapped moisture is hard to see.
That's why every Tasmanian water damage job includes moisture readings and a subfloor note.
Where do we offer water damage carpet drying in Tasmania?
Local wet carpet drying in Greater Hobart, Launceston and the Tamar, and the North-West Coast.
Water damage in Greater Hobart
A soaked lounge after a burst pipe happens across Hobart, often in older homes with tired plumbing. We extract the water, set up drying equipment and check the moisture until the carpet is dry. Your photo report records every step, which helps with your insurer.
Wet carpet drying in Launceston and the Tamar
Launceston's cold months make wet carpet slow to dry on its own after a washing machine overflow or a leak. We lift the water out in Newstead, Kings Meadows and Riverside, and air movers and dehumidifiers do the rest. Any damp spots on walls go in your report.
Leak clean-up in Burnie and Devonport
Storm water under the door or a leaking hot water system? We dry homes and businesses in Burnie, Devonport and the suburbs around them. Each job starts with a moisture check, so you know what can be saved before costs build up.
Clean, grey or black water?
Clean water from a burst pipe is usually the simplest to dry, and grey water from a washing machine needs more cleaning. Black water from sewage or floods means a full clean-up, and carpet often has to be replaced. We tell you which one you have at the first visit and quote the black water clean-up after the inspection.
Water damage and carpet drying in Tasmania starts with a $215 inspection, GST included, with moisture checks and a photo report on every job.
Why book Shining Services for water damage?
Wet carpet can't wait. Here's how we dry it properly.
Moisture readings
We only finish when the readings show the carpet is dry.
Built for Tasmanian homes
Cold rooms and timber subfloors are checked on every job.
Photo report
Every stage recorded, ready to send to your insurer.
Clear pricing
A $215 inspection, then a written scope before drying starts.
Happy with the work
Our cleaners don't leave until you're happy with the work.
Our ABN
Shining Services, ABN 61 326 357 857.
What do our customers say?
How much does water damage carpet drying cost in Tasmania?
Tasmanian prices including GST. Drying equipment and products are included.
Water damage and drying
| Job | Price |
|---|---|
| Inspection or call-out First assessment | $215 |
| Single room Clean water extraction and drying | From $765 |
| Multi-room or grey water Larger drying scope | From $2,880 |
| Black water (sewage or floodwater) Assessed on site | Quoted after inspection |
Prices are in AUD and include GST. The final price depends on the water type, the area affected and how long drying takes, and we confirm the scope in writing before work starts.
What else can we clean after water damage?
Once everything is dry, add any of these.
Carpet cleaning
Refresh after drying. Carpet cleaning →
Mould cleaning
Walls, ceilings and frames. Mould cleaning →
Wet furniture
Fabric sofas and chairs. Upholstery cleaning →
Mattresses
Damp and musty beds. Mattress cleaning →
Rugs
Wet or stained rugs. Rug cleaning →
Curtains
Water marks on hems. Curtain cleaning →
Which Tasmanian areas do we cover for water damage?
Greater Hobart (including Kingston and Kingborough), Launceston and the Tamar, and the North-West Coast around Burnie and Devonport. Our 24-hour emergency line is 0483 982 111.
Greater Hobart and southern region
- Hobart CBD
- Battery Point
- Sandy Bay
- South Hobart
- Kingston
- Blackmans Bay
- Glenorchy
- Sorell
- Huonville
Heritage colonial cottages, modern hillside homes, and coastal shacks where wood smoke and window condensation are common priorities.
Launceston and Tamar Valley
- Launceston CBD
- East Launceston
- Trevallyn
- Riverside
- Kings Meadows
- Prospect
- Legana
- George Town
Character weatherboard homes, commercial hubs, and riverside properties where river fog and heating dust require regular attention.
North West coast and regional hubs
- Devonport
- Burnie
- Ulverstone
- Wynyard
- Latrobe
- Penguin
Coastal residential communities and commercial transport facilities where salt spray, red soil tracking, and deck pressure washing are frequently booked.
What do Tasmanians ask when their carpet gets wet?
How much does water damage carpet drying cost in Tasmania?
An inspection costs $215 including GST. Drying a single room of clean water starts at $765, and multi-room or grey-water jobs start at $2,880, while black water is quoted after the inspection.
Is the inspection free?
No. The inspection is a $215 call-out, including GST. You get moisture readings, the water type and a written scope for the drying before any further work starts.
How quickly can you come out?
Call our 24-hour emergency line on 0483 982 111, day or night. We'll tell you when we can be there and what to do until we arrive.
Do you clean up sewage and black water?
Yes. Black water from a sewage backup or floodwater is cleaned up after an inspection, and the clean-up is quoted once we've seen the damage. Contaminated carpet and underlay usually have to be removed.
Can wet carpet be saved?
Often, yes, if it's clean water and drying starts quickly. Carpet soaked by grey water may be saved with extra cleaning, while carpet soaked by sewage or floodwater usually has to be replaced.
Does the underlay need replacing?
Sometimes. Underlay holds more water than carpet and dries slowly, so we check it at the first visit and tell you whether drying or replacing makes more sense.
How long does wet carpet take to dry?
Usually a few days with drying equipment running, and cold Tasmanian rooms can take longer. We take moisture readings and only finish when they show the carpet is dry.
Will my home insurance cover water damage to carpet?
It depends on your policy and what caused the water, and many policies treat a sudden event differently from a slow leak. Check with your insurer, and keep your photo report as a record of the damage.
Do you dry carpets for businesses too?
Yes. Offices, shops and rentals are assessed at the inspection and quoted on the scope needed.
We stay until it's right
Our cleaners don't leave until you're happy with the work. For end of lease cleans, if you're not satisfied and tell us within 72 hours, we come back and re-clean.
Need wet carpet dried in Tasmania?
Tell us what happened, where the water came from and which rooms are affected. We'll book the $215 inspection and confirm the next step.
- Reply within 2 hours
- No lock-in contracts
- Open 6am to 10pm, 7 days
Monday to Sunday: 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM
123 Tasmania Street, Hobart TAS 7000
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