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Water Can Freeze in Newark Causing Basement Damage
Burst pipes from a sudden freeze created quite the water damage in this Newark home and basement. The water spewed out with a slight thaw, only to refreeze on the steps leading to the basement. The drywall was removed, showing the fir strips, allowing SERVPRO crews to dry the cinder block exterior walls, including the hollow cells. The After Photo shows all the ice removed and one air mover directing warm water vertically to complete the process. Skilled technicians are needed to grapple with frozen pipes and the resulting water damages adequately. Keep your plumbing insulated and your house temperature above 72 degrees to prevent this unfortunate incident. For emergency services water damage, we can respond 24/7 to help our neighbors.