Founded in 1867, Columbia City is located in the heart of Columbia County. The founders of Columbia City had aspirations of becoming a main terminal for the Willamette Railway, however, Portland quickly took on that role and the railway never reached Columbia City. During World War I, Columbia City worked to build ships for the war effort, done by the Sommartson Shipbuilding Company. The company held an ideal location because the channel came so close to the shore where the ships were built. The Sommartson company held the military contracts until the end of the war. Steamboat navigation became a popular part of Columbia City which aided in the river development. In 1871 the McVey House was built as housing with a store on the first floor and residential quarters on the second floor. By 1891 the McVey house was also used as a Post Office, the home was the only boat landing in the city and served as a passenger and refueling station.
Water damage and restoring it in Columbia City
Columbia City is at an elevated flood risk because of the low elevation and proximity to the Columbia River. Flooding can cause extensive damage to a home, making it extremely important to bring in a restoration company like SERVPRO. As a skilled restoration company, SERVPRO can properly mitigate the damage to your home or property and bring it back to its original condition or better.
Restoring fire damage in Columbia City
In the event of a fire, SERVPRO is equipped to come in and begin the restoration process by removing all non-salvageable contents, removing all affected materials, cleaning the structure, and then cleaning your contents. Bringing in a company with years of experience in restoration is crucial to making sure your biggest investment is properly taken care of. We are available for 24/7 emergency services so the fire or water damage restoration process can get started immediately.
