Job completed for Steven M - Tenafly, NJ - Water Damage

Completion date: May 13, 2025

Location: Tenafly, NJ

Solutions provided:

Steven M. of Tenafly, NJ contacted us after his water heater suddenly failed, flooding his unfinished basement with several inches of water. The rupture at the base of the unit allowed a constant flow of water to pour across the concrete floor, soaking boxes of stored belongings, shelving units, and other household items. The water spread rapidly before being discovered, saturating porous contents and creating ideal conditions for mold growth. Our Tenafly, NJ water damage restoration team was dispatched immediately to handle the flood cleanup and content assessment.

Upon arrival in Tenafly, NJ, we shut off the water supply, extracted standing water using commercial-grade pumps, and began sorting and relocating affected contents to a clean, dry area. Non-salvageable items were documented and disposed of per industry standards, while salvageable belongings were cleaned and dried using HEPA filtration and air drying stations. Dehumidifiers and air movers were set up to dry the basement structure thoroughly, including exposed framing and foundation walls. Antimicrobial treatments were applied to all surfaces to prevent mold growth. The homeowner’s insurance covered the cleanup and content loss due to the sudden failure of the water heater. This Tenafly, NJ water damage restoration illustrates the chaos a broken water heater can cause in storage-heavy unfinished basements.

Team members on this project:

Chris Baresh, Leo Trinidad

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