Job completed for M Jones- Water Damage Restoration – Neighboring Plumbing Leak in Baton Rouge, LA

Completion date: July 31, 2024

Location: Baton Rouge, LA

Why did the customer contact us?

On July 30, 2024, United Fire & Water responded to a residential water damage emergency in Baton Rouge, LA. Our Project Manager arrived on site at 8 PM after a neighboring condo experienced a major plumbing leak, which caused water to flow from their front door and into the adjacent unit throughout the day. The affected unit sustained water damage to kitchen cabinets, laminate flooring, and multiple walls. Upon inspection, it was determined that wet cabinets and floors would need to be removed, and several wall sections would require demolition to access and remove soaked insulation.

Solutions provided:

Our team began mitigation by extracting standing water and removing damaged materials, including swollen MDF cabinets that had delaminated due to water saturation. Laminate flooring throughout the affected areas was also removed. We then installed professional-grade drying equipment and followed IICRC-approved structural drying protocols to eliminate moisture from walls, subflooring, and framing. To accelerate the drying process, controlled cuts were made in moisture-compromised drywall, especially where water had wicked into the structure.

After verifying that the affected areas had reached safe moisture levels, our technicians thoroughly cleaned and sanitized all surfaces, preparing the space for repairs and reconstruction. This Baton Rouge, LA water damage restoration project demonstrates the importance of a fast response and expert remediation following condo-related plumbing leaks. United Fire & Water remains the trusted provider for thorough, efficient water damage cleanup in Baton Rouge and surrounding areas.