Water Damage Photo Gallery

Tree on Home - Prosperity, SC

The State Park Service reached out to us when a recent tornado came through our area. High winds caused this tree to fall upon this Prosperity, SC home - splitting it in half. After the tree was removed we began to mitigate the water damage that occurred as a result of heavy rains entering the home.

Not A New Bathroom Trend

There are many new trends and renovation projects in bathrooms. This is not one you'll see on HGTV.... After an attic water heater leaked through the ceiling you can see in this photo where water got in the drywall and caused a rippling effect on the paint. Unfortunately all affected drywall had to be torn out and the homeowner began looking for actual renovation projects to update their bathroom.

Non-Invasive Floor Drying

We've come a long way since the first instances of water damage mitigation. Thanks to the hard working men and women that continually improve our techniques and products, we're able to dry this customers hard-wood flooring without removing a single board! Using plastic sheeting to build a containment "tent" we're able to funnel dry air over the affected area and decrease the moisture level back to it's normal state. 

Renovation Disaster in Chapin, SC

With most DIY renovation projects their comes a time when you ask yourself why you began in the first place. Something goes wrong, you become frustrated and want to quit but with holes in the wall or flooring removed there is no turning back! This homeowner was knee deep in a bathroom remodel when he found himself ankle deep in water... a water supply line to the toilet came loose and water flooded the bathroom. He called SERVPRO of The Dutch Fork and we were able to step in, get the flooring dry and allow him to continue his project. 

Whenever you're remodeling or working around areas involving plumbing, it's best to do some research and understand where water comes from, where it drains and how to shut it off. 

4 Most Common Sources of Leaks

Small and slow water leaks can cause as much, if not more damage than major ones, if gone undetected. Be sure to regularly check these 4 common locations for leaks.

Burst Water Line in Chapin, SC

A cold front moving in caused temperatures to drop below freezing. Unfortunately this home was not prepared for the winter season. A water line burst in the ceiling which allowed water to flood through the ceiling into all of the rooms below. Pictured is the kitchen that required the removal of all of the ceiling as well as flooring below.

Toilet Leak in Chapin, SC

During the night this Chapin, SC home experienced a leaking toilet. The water was not discovered until the morning when it had spread throughout the first story of the home. The homeowner called SERVPRO immediately after contacting their insurance agent.  

This photo was taken in the living room, the floors have an inch of standing water in most areas that had begun to affect the furniture and other contents. The first step taken in any water damage is to extract the water and salvage the contents of the home. If we're unable to move furniture out of the home we place it on blocks to prevent further damage and begin the drying process. 

Pipe Freeze in Irmo, SC

When temperatures drop burst pipes become a common problem. Pipes line walls and ceilings and can cause immense amounts of damage requiring extensive renovations. Be sure your home is winterized!

Flooring Damage? We Can Handle It!

Whether you've just discovered your flooring to be water damaged or you've noticed some warped boards for quite some time, SERVPRO of The Dutch Fork is ready to help! 

Repair vs. Replace

When faced with property damage you typically have two choices - to repair or replace. While we cannot guarantee that everything can be restored or repaired 100% of the time, SERVPRO prefers to clean and repair any contents affected in the home. In instances where demolition and reconstruction are required, SERVPRO of The Dutch Fork is willing and able to help. We have the capabilities to see a project through from beginning to end.