The Power of Water

1/16/2019 (Permalink)

The force of this burst pipe caused this ceiling damage to this building in Scranton.

This void in the ceiling was created by a pipe that burst. The pipe split down the seam in the middle of the night of this skilled living facility in Scranton. The force of the water caused the ceiling to collapse as well as flood the interior of the facility.
Water is an amazing phenomenon with its force and power. As the old adage states, it finds its lowest level and travels along the path of least resistance. Until it is stopped and/or impeded it will continue to flow and without proper extraction and dehumidification will cause extensive damage.
Restoration companies like SERVPRO of Carbondale/Clarks Summit/Old Forge are utilized by commercial facilities and insurance companies to properly dry and reduce secondary damage. The goal is always to return the facility back to a healthy working and living environment. 
In this incidence, SERVPRO of Carbondale/Clarks Summit/Old Forge was on site within two hours of the break and worked throughout the night to ensure the safety of the occupants as well as to reduce the business interruption. We were able help keep them open.