Job completed for Megan S. - Roseland, NJ - Water Damage

Completion date: October 20, 2025

Location: Roseland, NJ

Solutions provided:

Homeowner Megan S. in Roseland, NJ encountered severe water damage in her unfinished basement due to a sump pump failure during heavy rainfall. With no working drainage, water quickly pooled across the concrete slab and wicked into the lower portion of the basement walls. Our flood damage response team in Roseland, NJ performed immediate water extraction, assessed all moisture-compromised materials, and identified areas of elevated humidity within the cinder block foundation. Because water wicked up the drywall and insulation, a flood cut was required around the entire perimeter to remove wet sheetrock and prevent future microbial growth. Structural drying began immediately to dry out studs, framing, and foundation surfaces impacted by the sump pump failure.

The water damage restoration project in Roseland, NJ was covered by the homeowner’s insurance policy, allowing for a full scope of mitigation services. Our technicians used thermal imaging and non-invasive moisture meters to confirm saturation levels before beginning targeted demolition. The Roseland, NJ cleanup effort included commercial-grade dehumidifiers, air movers, and containment setup to accelerate drying and reduce cross-contamination. The sump pump failure highlighted the risk of repeated flooding in unfinished basements without proper drainage solutions. By completing the water damage restoration in Roseland, NJ with full documentation, we ensured the basement was ready for future repair and safeguarded against long-term structural issues.

Team members on this project:

Eric Elrod

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Wet Sheetrock in Roseland, NJ
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Wet Sheetrock in Roseland, NJ
Sump Pump Failure in Roseland, NJ
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Sump Pump Failure in Roseland, NJ
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