Job completed for Rachel D. - Mt. Arlington, NJ - Water Damage

Completion date: October 6, 2025

Location: Mt. Arlington, NJ

Solutions provided:

Homeowner Rachel D. in Mt. Arlington, NJ discovered water damage in her carpeted bedroom after noticing a musty odor and damp spots along the baseboard. A slow, undetected leak from a pipe behind the wall had been saturating insulation, drywall, and the carpet pad over an extended period. By the time our water damage restoration team arrived, moisture had spread beneath a large portion of the carpet and into the lower sections of two adjoining walls. We performed immediate water extraction and carefully lifted the carpet to begin drying the subfloor and padding. Thermal imaging and moisture readings confirmed elevated water levels throughout the affected wall cavities.

In Mt. Arlington, NJ, our water damage restoration process included controlled demolition of wet drywall, removal of saturated insulation, and deployment of drying equipment across the bedroom. Antimicrobial treatments were applied to prevent mold growth, and daily monitoring ensured that all hidden moisture was properly eliminated. Because the damage was caused by a leaking pipe within the wall, the homeowner’s insurance policy covered the necessary mitigation and repairs. Once the area was fully dry, the carpet in the Mt. Arlington, NJ bedroom was professionally cleaned and reinstalled. This water damage job in Mt. Arlington, NJ demonstrates the risks of slow leaks behind walls, especially in carpeted rooms where moisture may go unnoticed for days.

Team members on this project:

Leo Trinidad