Job completed for Rachel V. - West Orange, NJ - Water Damage

Completion date: May 18, 2025

Location: West Orange, NJ

Solutions provided:

Rachel V. of West Orange, NJ reported a persistent musty odor in her unfinished basement, which led to the discovery of a slow pipe leak behind a utility wall. The leak had gone unnoticed for several weeks, resulting in moisture accumulation along the foundation wall and mold growth on nearby sheetrock. Though the basement was unfinished, water had pooled on the concrete floor and saturated several wall sections, creating ideal conditions for mold to develop. Our West Orange, NJ water damage restoration team conducted a thorough inspection and confirmed the presence of mold contamination related to the long-term pipe leak.

The cleanup process in West Orange, NJ began with the removal of mold-damaged sheetrock and localized water extraction from affected areas. We used industrial dehumidifiers and air scrubbers to dry the space and filter airborne mold spores. All contaminated surfaces were scrubbed and treated with EPA-registered antimicrobial solutions to eliminate existing mold and prevent regrowth. Moisture readings were taken throughout the basement to confirm complete drying before reconstruction. Due to the prolonged leak and mold involvement, the damage was filed through the homeowner’s insurance and approved for partial coverage. This water damage job in West Orange, NJ demonstrates how even slow pipe leaks in unfinished spaces can lead to mold remediation needs when early signs are overlooked.

Team members on this project:

Chris Baresh