Tag: flooded basement

A person wades through ankle deep water in a basement

Tips On Preventing Basement Flooding

Written by Casey Shearns on July 1, 2024. Posted in Blog.

Did you know that hurricanes and severe storms aren’t the only causes of basement flooding? It should go without saying that this is a problem that you want to avoid! Water damage can cause a lot of destruction for your property – not to mention creating the right set of conditions for mold to thrive! The best way to avoid dealing with this problem is to enact the right preventative measures throughout the year. The water extraction experts at Soil-Away know all of the tips and tricks to...

A basement flooded with water. You can see a couch, nightstand with lamp, and potted plant afloat above the water.

Why Does Water Keep Flooding Into My Basement?

Written by Casey Shearns on July 13, 2023. Posted in Blog.

Water damage is one of the biggest pain points that a homeowner will have to experience. This is especially the case if floodwaters infiltrate your basement. Not only is it difficult to remove, but it can be confusing to pinpoint what exactly caused it. If you’ve had a recurring problem with basement flooding, it’s important to identify the cause to prevent future problems. We’ll show you how to identify the cause of basement flooding and take steps to prevent it below! Main Causes Of Basement...

Storm Damage Mitigation – Berwick, Maine

Written by jsolloway on December 10, 2019. Posted in Blog, Case Study, Storm Damage.

You can’t prevent a storm from occurring, but you can be proactive in protecting your home or office from major storm damage. Know the risk that your city and town have, and take all necessary precautions in protecting your home, office, and business from major damage. Taking the right precautions may minimize the pain of the recovery and lessen the need for extensive storm damage mitigation.

Water Damage Restoration from Frozen Pipe Burst - Concord, NH

Water Damage Restoration from Frozen Pipes – Concord, NH

Written by jsolloway on November 18, 2019. Posted in Blog, Case Study, Commercial.

Being winter in New England, temperatures get bitter. Pipes, especially those in basements and attics, are susceptible to freezing in lower temperatures. After a frozen pipe burst, a nursing home in Concord, NH, seeks water damage restoration when they are left with a flooded basement and no running water for their daily needs and emergency medical care services.

What to Do When a Burst Water Heater Causes Flood Damage

Written by jsolloway on June 21, 2019. Posted in Blog, Water Damage.

A burst water heater can cause significant water damage and must be immediately addressed. At Soil-Away we’ve responded to hundreds of flooded basements calls over the years due to failed hot water tanks. This article is designed to help you navigate the initial response to finding water bursting from your hot water tank. The goal is to minimize damages and recover as quickly as possible. If you need help, please call us at 603-641-6555.

Water Damage Repair Company – Concord, NH

Written by jsolloway on April 1, 2019. Posted in Blog, Case Study, Water Damage.

An educational facility in Concord, NH received lots of rainfall from the last storm and is in need of a water damage repair company. With students attending classes daily, the school did not have much time for repairs. Knowing that they offered 24-hour services, a representative from the school contacted Soil-Away Cleaning and Restoration Services, a local water damage repair company that was highly recommended from several businesses in the area who had previously received disaster...

Disaster Cleanup – Hudson, NH 03051

Written by jsolloway on June 11, 2018. Posted in Blog, Case Study, Storm Damage.

As anyone in Hudson, NH knows that stormy weather can be tough to deal with. It can be even tougher on your property. Strong winds can destroy trees, rain can flood basements, and snow can collapse roofs. This means that during the times of the year when the weather is particularly intense, it’s always good to have a reliable company you know you can contact for emergency disaster cleanup services. This is so you don’t end up stuck with the stress of searching through various cleanup businesses...

Mold in Basement – Derry, NH 03038

Written by jsolloway on May 28, 2018. Posted in Blog, Case Study, Mold.

A Derry, New Hampshire man was experiencing severe itchy, watery eyes and throat when he entered his basement. He only experienced these allergy-like symptoms on wash day when he entered the room to load up his washing machine and dryer. He thought this was rather odd and considered that the detergent could be the cause of his suffering because allergy season was far behind him. It was the middle of winter so the only thing that could be causing his reaction had to be the detergent or fabric softener,...

Flooded House Repair – Atkinson, NH 03811

Written by jsolloway on May 14, 2018. Posted in Blog, Case Study, Contents Restoration, Water Damage.

A New Hampshire woman returns home from a three-day business trip to discover that her newly renovated gym in the basement had been infiltrated with gallons upon gallons of water. She was standing up to her shins in a cold, murky, mold breeding ground. She walked around her once beautifully constructed gym to gather the extent of the damages and to see if mold growth had started. Unfortunately, she found a colony of fungi making its way up a wall behind her treadmill. Flooded house repair services...

Water Damage in Basement – Nashua, NH

Written by jsolloway on March 26, 2018. Posted in Blog, Case Study, Water Damage.

In her typical morning rush, a Nashua, NH mother heads to the basement to retrieve her work uniform from the dryer before she heads off for the day. Little did she know that what awaited her behind the door would change the course of her morning. As she approached the entrance, she became alarmed by the high humidity and dampness of the carpets. She began to panic and reached for her phone to call for immediate assistance. When she opened the door, she was greeted by water damage in basement that...

Emergency Water Damage Cleanup – Merrimack, NH 03054

Written by jsolloway on February 12, 2018. Posted in Blog, Case Study, Water Damage.

Water damage can take many forms and have many causes. They can be caused by anything from malfunctioning household appliances to heavy rainfall to disastrous floods and burst pipes. This can spell bad news for anyone including residents of Merrimack, NH. Once this has happened, you have no choice than to engage emergency water damage cleanup procedures. Be on the lookout for common water damage culprits.

Cleanup After a Flood – Portsmouth, NH 03801

Written by jsolloway on October 10, 2017. Posted in Blog, Case Study, Water Damage.

Spring thaw: a term that is no stranger to New Hampshire (NH) residents, but what exactly does it mean? How will it impact your Portsmouth, NH home or business? When should you prepare? According to Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), spring thaw typically occurs during the early spring months, when increasing temperatures give way to melting snow and ice. Since the ground is still frozen during this time, the melting snow cannot be absorbed into the ground; therefore, runoff from bodies...

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Jay Korsen

00:51 04 Aug 22

All I have to say is WOW and FANTASTIC. I just got done building out my new professional office with Soil-Away's construction division and they went ABOVE and BEYOND. Scott and Mike, the carpenters are skilled artisans. The project got done on time and the project came in on budget! The finished results have been blowing people away. Much better than I could have anticipated. Anyone is welcome to come to our office, Bright Light Chiropractic in Hooksett to check out the fine work they did. Simply can't sing enough praises for them. Sorry that the picture doesn't do the job justice. Thank you Jack and your team. -Dr. Jay

Asian Breeze

04:28 15 Jul 22

Since day one, I’ve known the owner, Jack, to be a hard-working and selfless leader. Through the efforts of him and his team, he was able to restore my flooded restaurant to tip-top shape. I was amazed with Jack’s orderliness throughout the entire process. Jack has proven to me that he is trustworthy, as both a friend and an individual in the work environment.

Breton Langendorfer

21:17 07 Jul 22

Highly recommend Soil-Away. A pipe in our upstairs bathroom gave and sent water down through a wall for at least a day before we noticed water dripping through our kitchen ceiling. Our insurance put us in touch with Soil-Away and they were at our house the next morning to assess the damage and dry things out. Joe, Ray and Tom were phenomenal to work with. They explained every part of the process to us and were very professional and friendly. If you have to deal with similar issues call Soil-Away, you won’t regret it.

Maureen Cidzik

13:49 15 May 22

Superior service from start to finish. Highly responsive. The entire team is dedicated to quality and customer care and it shows in everything they do - from first call, to estimate, to job completion.

Sarah Grugnale

16:02 14 Jan 22

Joe and Tommy were amazing to deal with, they kept us updated every step of the process. They were punctual and hard working, answering all of our questions that we had. Everything was done as promised and even above and beyond. A great experience from start to finish.

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