Job completed for Thomas L. - East Hanover, NJ - Water Damage

Completion date: April 17, 2025

Location: East Hanover, NJ

Solutions provided:

Thomas contacted PDQ Restoration after noticing a persistent musty odor and bubbling paint along the window frame in the living room of his East Hanover, NJ home. Upon closer inspection, he discovered that the window flashing had been slowly leaking during rainstorms, allowing water to seep behind the wall. Over time, this unnoticed intrusion led to hidden moisture buildup and mold growth inside the surrounding drywall and framing. Concerned about the health implications and structural damage, Thomas reached out for professional mold remediation and water damage restoration.

PDQ Restoration arrived at the East Hanover property and conducted a detailed moisture and mold inspection using infrared cameras and moisture meters. The leak from the faulty flashing had saturated the insulation and surrounding wood framing, creating the ideal conditions for mold growth behind the walls. Our team immediately set up containment around the living room area using plastic sheeting and HEPA-filtered air scrubbers to prevent the mold from spreading to other parts of the house. We then removed the affected drywall and insulation to fully expose and treat the mold-infested materials.

All contaminated surfaces were cleaned and treated with commercial-grade antimicrobial and antifungal agents to eliminate mold and prevent future growth. Once the area was fully sanitized, we placed industrial dehumidifiers and air movers to dry out any remaining dampness around the window and wall cavities. Throughout the process, we kept Thomas informed with daily progress updates and worked directly with his insurance company to ensure proper documentation and claim processing.

After just a few days, the living room in Thomas’s East Hanover, NJ home was fully remediated, dry, and mold-free. The source of the leak was identified and addressed, and the space was ready for safe reconstruction. Thanks to PDQ Restoration’s expert service, Thomas avoided long-term damage and costly repairs. Homeowners in East Hanover can count on PDQ to resolve hidden leaks and mold issues with precision, professionalism, and care.

Team members on this project:

Nart Bachok, David Rebolledo