Job completed for Emily R. - Lake Hopatcong, NJ - Water Damage

Completion date: September 26, 2025

Location: Lake Hopatcong, NJ

Solutions provided:

A main water line break in Emily R.’s second-floor bedroom in Lake Hopatcong, NJ, caused extensive water damage after a burst pipe released high-pressure water into the carpeted flooring. The saturated carpet, soaked padding, and moisture-wicking into drywall and baseboards required immediate intervention. PDQ Fire & Water Damage Restoration responded for emergency water extraction, wet carpet removal, and structural drying. In Lake Hopatcong, water damage from burst pipes often impacts subfloors and surrounding walls, so technicians performed detailed moisture mapping and initiated dehumidification. The water damage restoration was covered by Emily’s homeowner’s insurance, streamlining the water damage insurance claim process. Lake Hopatcong water damage repair included anti-microbial treatment to prevent mold and odors from developing in hidden cavities.

Emily’s Lake Hopatcong home required partial drywall removal due to wet insulation and extensive water saturation behind the wall where the pipe burst. Structure drying was supported by air movers and injected airflow systems to prevent mold in inaccessible spaces. Because the bedroom carpet in Lake Hopatcong had absorbed contaminated water, it was replaced after drying and disinfection were completed. Detailed moisture monitoring throughout the Lake Hopatcong project ensured every surface met dry standard benchmarks before rebuild began. Documentation of the Lake Hopatcong water damage cleanup included photos, dry logs, and restoration notes for insurance adjuster review. The bedroom was fully restored after confirming zero residual moisture behind walls or in the subfloor.

Team members on this project:

Jerry Katz