Some Shortcuts to Water Damage Remediation Success in the Upper West Side

3/15/2020 (Permalink)

Don't let water damage cause your to panic. Contact SERVPRO immediately for effective water removal efforts.

Kitchen Wall Causes Need for Water Removal in Upper West Side Home

A single wall in a kitchen holds a myriad of potential water damage sources. It is a good idea to regularly open the cabinets and inspect the wall space for signs of spotting and make sure the dishwasher, fridge and other appliances that use water supply lines are in good working order. This action alone can assist in lessening the chance of a surprise water event in the home. 

A homeowner got up in the middle of the night and stepped in cold water. She knew immediately her Upper West Side kitchen needed water removal. She immediately put down towels to blot up the water. However, she was not sure where the water emanated from and shut off the flow until SERVPRO arrived.

Scoping for Scale and Source of Water Loss

On arrival, the technicians immediately used their equipment to determine both the area of the home affected and where it came from. The culprit was a supply line to the kitchen sink. The sheetrock showed evidence of a longterm leak behind the cabinet and the floor underneath needed drying. 

Opening the Loss Area

The techs carefully pulled the cabinets away from the wall for removal of the damaged sheetrock and drying of the wall cavity and flooring. Fortunately, the moisture detection equipment showed no evidence of seepage into the subfloor, and the tile floor remained intact with no signs of delamination. 

Repairs and Reinstallation

After drying the wall area and verifying the loss area attained air moisture goals, the homeowner brought in a plumber to make the needed repair to the supply line. Because of the length of time, the high moisture conditions remained within the wall cavity; the techs cleaned the exposed framework with antimicrobial cleaners. The application of an antimicrobial sealant inhibited the potential for any mold growth. SERVPRO techs then installed new sheetrock and put the cabinets back into place. 

SERVPRO of Upper West Side at (917) 498-1362 is available for water removal 24/7. The techs arrive quickly and with their advanced equipment and restoration methods, make the water loss in the home, "Like it never even happened."

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