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A leaking washing machine supply hose caused water damage to a laundry room and adjacent family room in Saratoga, CA, and the FloodDry team responded to remove damaged materials, dry the structure, and complete reconstruction. This water damage restoration project involved multiple layers of flooring and sections of the walls that had absorbed significant moisture.
The Call
FloodDry was contacted after a washing machine supply hose failed, allowing water to spread from the laundry room into the adjacent family room in Saratoga. The crew arrived to assess the extent of the water intrusion and begin documenting the affected areas before starting any removal work.
What We Found
Upon inspection, the crew identified damaged flooring in the laundry room and two layers of flooring in the family room. Sections of the walls had also absorbed moisture, along with wood materials nearby that showed significant water absorption. The combination of hard flooring layers and wall materials indicated that water had traveled beyond the immediate laundry area.
Scope of Work
The FloodDry team began by moving furniture out of the affected family room to access the damaged flooring and walls. Damaged flooring materials were removed, including both layers found in the family room. Sections of the walls were opened to inspect and address moisture that had migrated into the wall cavities.
Once the damaged materials were removed, the crew cleaned the affected surfaces and applied an antimicrobial treatment to help address the moisture exposure. Professional dehumidifiers and air movers were then installed to begin the structural drying process.
Drying and Monitoring
Structural drying took five days, during which the crew conducted ongoing moisture monitoring to track progress in the laundry room, family room, and affected wall sections. This monitoring helped confirm when the structure had reached a dry condition before any rebuilding work began.
Result
After the structure was confirmed fully dry, the FloodDry team completed the reconstruction of the damaged areas. The project addressed the flooring, wall sections, and wood materials affected by the washing machine hose leak, restoring the laundry room and family room in this Saratoga home.
| Project Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Saratoga, CA |
| Cause | Leaking washing machine supply hose |
| Areas Affected | Laundry room, adjacent family room |
| Materials Damaged | Flooring (two layers in family room), wall sections, wood materials |
| Drying Duration | Five days |
| Treatment Applied | Cleaning and antimicrobial treatment |
| Equipment Used | Professional dehumidifiers and air movers |
| Final Step | Reconstruction after structure confirmed dry |
FAQ
What caused the water damage in this Saratoga project?
The water damage was caused by a leaking washing machine supply hose. The leak allowed water to spread from the laundry room into the adjacent family room, affecting flooring, walls, and wood materials in both areas.
How long did the drying process take?
Structural drying took five days. During this time, the FloodDry crew conducted ongoing moisture monitoring to confirm progress before moving forward with reconstruction.
What materials had to be removed?
The crew removed damaged flooring, including two layers found in the family room, along with sections of the walls and wood materials that had absorbed significant moisture. These materials were removed to allow proper drying and to prepare for reconstruction.
Did the crew treat the affected areas before drying?
Yes, after removing damaged materials and opening affected wall sections, the crew cleaned the surfaces and applied an antimicrobial treatment. This step was completed before the dehumidifiers and air movers were installed for structural drying.
Was the space rebuilt after drying was complete?
Yes, once the structure was confirmed fully dry through ongoing moisture monitoring, the FloodDry team completed the reconstruction of the laundry room and family room areas affected by the leak.
Does FloodDry serve other areas near Saratoga?
FloodDry provides water damage restoration services throughout the Bay Area, including communities near Saratoga. Response availability may vary, so contacting the company directly is the best way to confirm service for a specific location.
Learn more about FloodDry’s water damage restoration services in Saratoga, CA.
