Job completed for Michael R.- Short Hills, NJ - Water Damage

Completion date: December 22, 2025

Location: Short Hills, NJ

Solutions provided:

Michael R. contacted PDQ Fire & Water Damage Restoration after discovering active water damage in his Short Hills, NJ home caused by a concealed water pipe break behind interior wall framing. The sudden leak led to elevated moisture readings in structural wood, wet insulation, and surrounding building materials, requiring immediate water damage restoration in Short Hills, NJ. Our technicians performed a detailed moisture inspection using professional moisture meters, confirming saturated framing and hidden water intrusion consistent with a burst pipe scenario common in Short Hills, NJ residences. Emergency water extraction was completed to remove trapped moisture before it could spread further into adjacent rooms. The cause of loss was determined to be a pressurized supply line failure, and the water damage cleanup in Short Hills, NJ was documented for a water damage insurance claim. Containment and controlled demolition were performed to access affected materials while protecting unaffected areas of the Short Hills, NJ property.


Following mitigation, the Short Hills, NJ water damage restoration process continued with structural drying, dehumidification, and targeted air movement to address wet wood framing and moisture migration. Specialized drying equipment was installed to dry the wall cavity, wet insulation, and surrounding substructure impacted by the water pipe break in Short Hills, NJ. Daily moisture monitoring ensured proper drying progress and prevented secondary issues such as mold growth or structural deterioration. Appliance and plumbing inspections were coordinated to prevent future leaks and confirm the main water line was fully repaired. The loss was covered by insurance, and all documentation for the water damage insurance claim in Short Hills, NJ was provided to support the restoration scope. Final clearance readings confirmed the structure was dry, stable, and ready for reconstruction following professional water damage cleanup in Short Hills, NJ.




Team members on this project:

Jerry Katz

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