Job completed for Jonathan H. - Lake Hopatcong, NJ - Water Damage

Completion date: March 3, 2025

Location: Lake Hopatcong, NJ

Why did the customer contact us?

Jonathan H. contacted PDQ Restoration after discovering water dripping from the ceiling of the hallway in his Lake Hopatcong, NJ home. A loud pop had awakened him during the night, and by morning, a section of the ceiling drywall was sagging and visibly wet. Upon further inspection, Jonathan found that a pipe in the ceiling had cracked, releasing water into the hallway and soaking the ceiling, insulation, and nearby wall. Concerned about hidden moisture and mold risk, he reached out to PDQ for emergency assistance.

Solutions provided:

PDQ Restoration responded promptly to the Lake Hopatcong, NJ property and began by shutting off the home’s water supply. Using thermal imaging and moisture meters, the team traced the water’s path inside the ceiling and down the hallway walls. The damaged section of ceiling was carefully removed to access the broken pipe and wet insulation. With containment set up to control humidity and protect unaffected areas, PDQ began the water extraction and drying process immediately.

Industrial air movers and dehumidifiers were strategically placed to dry the wet ceiling cavity and hallway walls. The damp insulation was removed, and antimicrobial treatments were applied to exposed surfaces to prevent mold growth. Daily moisture readings were taken to ensure that the affected areas in the Lake Hopatcong, NJ home were drying properly. Once all moisture levels were stabilized, repairs were made to restore the ceiling and wall to their original condition.

Thanks to PDQ Restoration’s swift action and detailed care, Jonathan’s home in Lake Hopatcong, NJ was back to normal within days. The broken pipe was replaced, the wet damage was dried and sanitized, and his hallway was left clean and structurally sound. Another Lake Hopatcong, NJ homeowner avoided costly long-term damage with PDQ’s expert restoration services.

Team members on this project:

Chris Baresh, Leo Trinidad