HL Restoration

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50+ Years

experience

Emergency

services

Trusted Damage Restoration Services in Kansas City

HL Restoration has been a trusted leader in property damage restoration since 1932, evolving from HarenLaughlin Construction to its current identity as a premier restoration specialist. Founded by C.W. Haren, Sr., the company transitioned through generations of family leadership before rebranding in 2018 to focus exclusively on restoration services. With over 90 years of combined experience, our team provides 24/7 emergency response for water, fire, storm, and mold damage, serving commercial and residential clients across Kansas City and surrounding areas. We hold IICRC certification, ensuring adherence to the highest industry standards for mitigation, remediation, and reconstruction.

Our in-house team of licensed technicians delivers rapid, transparent service, including daily written updates and weekly on-site meetings to keep clients and stakeholders fully informed. By maintaining ownership of every project phasefrom initial assessment to final reconstructionwe guarantee quality craftsmanship and customer satisfaction. Our commitment to innovation, professionalism, and ethical practices has earned us recognition as the Midwest's top restoration provider, with a track record of resolving complex claims efficiently while prioritizing client needs.

Services

Water Mitigation Storm Restoration Fire & Smoke Restoration Mold Remediation Construction Defect

Details

Year established: 1932

Highlights and features

We offer 24/7 emergency response with IICRC-certified technicians.
Our team has over 90 years of combined experience in restoration services.
We provide daily written updates and weekly on-site meetings for transparency.
We maintain full ownership of every project phase from start to finish.
Our technicians are trained in OSHA-compliant safety and advanced restoration techniques.

Associations and certifications

IICRC Certified

What people say

Utmost professional Impeccable communication Great service Friendly technicians Customer oriented

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Services

Water Mitigation

Our IICRC-certified team provides 24/7 water extraction, drying, and dehumidification services to prevent secondary damage. Using commercial-grade equipment, we identify hidden moisture sources and restore structural integrity while minimizing disruption to your property. Our full-service approach covers emergency response through reconstruction, ensuring complete recovery from all categories of water damage.

Fire & Smoke Restoration

We specialize in comprehensive fire damage recovery, including smoke odor removal, soot cleaning, and structural restoration. OSHA-compliant technicians use advanced equipment to clean ventilation systems, salvage belongings, and reconstruct properties to pre-fire conditions. Our process includes emergency board-up, water mitigation, and coordination with insurance adjusters for seamless claims resolution.

Storm Restoration

HL Restoration offers 24/7 emergency storm damage services, including roof tarping, tree removal, and structural stabilization. Our team handles hail, wind, and lightning damage while working directly with insurers to expedite claims. We provide complete reconstruction services to restore commercial properties to their pre-loss state with minimal business interruption.

Mold Remediation

Our certified technicians use containment protocols and HEPA filtration to safely remove mold from commercial properties. The process includes source identification, antifungal treatment, and air quality testing. We prioritize long-term solutions to prevent recurrence while ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations during remediation projects.

Construction Defect

We address construction defects caused by design flaws, poor workmanship, or material failures. Our experts collaborate with engineers and consultants to develop cost-effective repair solutions. Services include selective demolition, structural analysis, and expert witness support for legal cases involving construction-related property damage.

People

C.W. Haren, Sr.

Founder

Founded the company in 1932 after starting as a property renovator during the Great Depression. Served in the Navy during WWII before establishing the HarenLaughlin partnership upon his return.

Tod Haren

Former Owner

Joined the company in the 1960s, progressing from laborer to management. Took leadership in the 1970s and expanded operations before selling to C.W. Wells Haren III in 1998.

C.W. Wells Haren III

President

Purchased HarenLaughlin Construction in 1998 and founded HL Restoration in 2001. Led the company's transition to specialize in property damage restoration services while maintaining core values of quality and customer service.

Questions

What types of restoration services do you offer?

We provide water mitigation, fire/smoke restoration, storm damage recovery, mold remediation, and construction defect repair services for commercial and residential properties.

Are your technicians certified?

Yes, our team includes IICRC-certified professionals and OSHA-compliant technicians trained in the latest restoration techniques and safety protocols.

Do you offer 24/7 emergency services?

Yes, we provide 24/7 emergency response for all restoration needs with rapid deployment of trained technicians to secure and assess damage immediately.

Which areas do you serve?

We primarily serve Kansas City, Overland Park, and surrounding areas in the Midwest region for both commercial and residential restoration projects.

How do you handle insurance claims?

We work directly with insurance adjusters to document damage, develop repair scopes, and ensure fair compensation while keeping clients informed throughout the claims process.

What sets HL Restoration apart from competitors?

Our 90+ years of experience, in-house certified technicians, transparent communication, and end-to-end project management from emergency response to final reconstruction differentiate us from other restoration providers.

Reviews (4)

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Eric

Jan 15, 2020 Report

HL Restoration is a great company. I've, unfortunately, experienced a couple of water losses in the not-too-distant past, most recently last week. For each loss, HL Restoration was prompt, courteous and professional throughout both the mitigation and build out phase of the projects. I highly recommend HL Restoration.

Kevin Herndon

Jan 25, 2018 Report

Great Company to work with. I had a water mitigation claim, they have be 100% professional all the way through the process. Their staff is awesome. Each stage had a plan, a goal and a positive result. Would recommend them to everyone!

Joni Rauen

Jan 02, 2018 Report

It's like nothing ever happened! The area where we had severe water damage and rotting wood and flaking paint is absolutely perfect now. These guys matched the existing baseboards and trim and paint colors to a tee. Also found some areas where future water penetration could have occurred and fixed those too. When there was a need to add some exterior work to the job, they emailed me a detailed explanation and photos and the cost and then waited for my approval before starting the work. No surprises! And, since the work was done while we were out of town, every day I received photos and updates

Darci C.

Dec 05, 2017 Report

Definitely call HarenLaughlin Restoration if you have any storm or water damages! During the storms a few months ago, our sump pump failed late on a Saturday night. They were at our house when we called them first thing Sunday morning and saved our basement (and our bank account) while making our home even better than before it flooded!