Underwood Cleanup and Restoration

Big Flood Damage in Underwood, Iowa — SERVPRO Team Toft Is Ready to Help

Underwood, Iowa, traces its early settlement to the mid-1800s, with pioneers arriving between 1845 and 1850. In 1847, the community built a flour mill that played an important role in local development, but it was destroyed only a few years later by a devastating flood, a reminder of how impactful water damage can be for a growing town.

When flooding affects a home or business today, SERVPRO Team Toft is the trusted partner to call. Our highly trained water restoration technicians, advanced drying equipment, and rapid response capabilities help ensure that damaged properties are restored quickly, safely, and efficiently. We work to get local businesses and homes back to normal as fast as possible.

Underwood continued to grow across the decades. In 1869, the Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific Railroad was constructed through the area. The town was later named for the first engineer to drive a train over the Milwaukee tracks, honoring its connection to regional rail history.

By 1902, the community added sidewalks and built a town jail, a $140 project that reflected Underwood’s steady municipal growth. In 1903, these improvements were officially presented to the town.

More recently, in 2019, the Garcia Family Restaurant opened on Main Street. After months of searching for the right location, the owners chose Underwood because it offered both opportunity and a welcoming sense of home. They filled a local dining gap by offering authentic Mexican cuisine between Harlan and Council Bluffs, particularly appealing to those traveling near the interstate.

Underwood Community Schools play a central role in the community, serving students from PK–12 across the elementary, middle, and high school buildings. The district is committed to its mission of nurturing students through individualized and diverse learning experiences. Many students take part in a wide range of school activities, contributing to a strong sense of community pride.

Whether it’s historical flood damage or modern storm impacts, SERVPRO Team Toft is here to help Underwood recover quickly, making it “Like it never even happened.”