Tag: frozen pipes

A worker fitting a layer of insulation around a copper pipe

A Guide To Insulating Your Pipes For Winter

Written by Casey Shearns on January 2, 2025. Posted in Blog.

Burst pipes are one of the most challenging water damage issues for homeowners to deal with. The damage isn’t always visible right away. By the time you notice the signs, your property is likely already affected severely! The best way to avoid this worst-case scenario is to enact preventative measures. One of the most common causes of a burst pipe incident is your pipes freezing, so insulating your pipes is a crucial first step to avoiding a water incident. But what’s the best way to...

A close up of a frozen green pipe with icicles hanging off of it.

How To Prevent Frozen Pipes

Written by Casey Shearns on November 22, 2022. Posted in Blog.

One of the most challenging times that your home will face as a New England homeowner is the winter. There are lots of things that you can do beforehand to ensure that your home is ready for the challenge, and you should absolutely do them to prevent any big problems from forming. Frozen pipes are a costly problem to have, so the best thing you can do is to try to prevent them before they happen. But what precautions can you take to ensure that your pipes don’t freeze during the...

Winter Water Damage Woes: Protect Your Home from Damage this Season

Written by WSI Genesis on January 24, 2020. Posted in Blog, Newsletter, Water Damage.

The winter months can be particularly hard on homes, as the cold temperatures, ice and snow can leave behind devastating damage. Being vigilant can help to prevent winter damage, ensuring that your home comes out of the season without any lasting problems. Frozen Pipes This is a common fear for any homeowner in New England. Frozen pipes can quickly lead to flooding, as the pipe swells to the point of cracking. Frozen pipes often occur during extreme cold weather in...

Flood Damage Restoration Specialist – Auburn, NH

Written by jsolloway on July 24, 2019. Posted in Blog, Case Study, Water Damage.

A young Auburn, New Hampshire man was devastated when the toilet water supply line busted in the bathroom. The cold winter months proved to be a challenge for his home and his bathroom floor—the restroom was flooded with water. He didn’t know what to do, and he didn’t have much time, so he mopped up the floor using as many towels as he could find and headed off to work. When he came back home many hours later, the situation was much worse. The water filled the restroom, seeped through the...

Water Damage from a Burst Pipe – New Hampshire

Written by jsolloway on June 24, 2019. Posted in Blog, Case Study, Water Damage.

It was a bitter cold winter and the residents of a New Hampshire senior living facility were having a tough time. On a cold, overcast day Martin, the manager of the establishment, ventured through the facility to check on his residents. Everyone seemed to be fine. The gas and electricity were running well and the rooms in the facility were warm and comfortable. As he inspected the basement, however, Martin noticed the gurgling sound of water. After going down a few steps, he saw that water...

Plumbing Leak Water Damage – Bow, NH 03304

Written by jsolloway on April 2, 2018. Posted in Blog, Case Study, Water Damage.

The March Madness basketball tournament is over! After all the celebrating an exciting first; or cheering up after a devastating loss (depending on the team you backed) the last thing you think about is plumbing leak water damage. But now that all the noise is over and your Bow, NH house is deathly quiet, it’s a good time to listen to your house. Do you hear dripping or leaking? Leaking from a pipe can become costly if left unmanaged. The sound of running water or a spraying sound can be...

Yikes! Frozen Pipes! Don't Let Freezing Temperatures Lead to Frozen Pipes – Part II

Written by jsolloway on February 13, 2017. Posted in Blog, Tips and Advice, Water Damage.

Have you ever woken-up on a chilly winter morning and discovered the pipes in your house were frozen? You turn the knobs on the bathroom sink in frustration, hoping that water will eventually trickle out, but nothing happens. This situation is one that I experienced numerous times as a child, as the pipes in the attic would frequently freeze. While frozen pipes are something many home or business owners never want to experience, it does happen quite often here in New Hampshire (NH), as...

Yikes! Frozen Pipes! Don't Let Freezing Temperatures Lead to Frozen Pipes – Part I

Written by jsolloway on February 6, 2017. Posted in Blog, Tips and Advice, Water Damage.

Having frozen pipes is something that no home or business owner wants to experience, as it can lead to unsightly water damage, costly repairs and even mold growth. Although the warmth of spring is just around the corner, there is still plenty of time for Old Man Winter to throw some snow, ice and frigid temperatures our way. After all, this is New England, right? So, before you decide to pack away your thermal socks and insulated gloves, it is important to remember that your home or business...

Emergency Water Damage Cleanup – Bedford, NH

Written by jsolloway on March 28, 2016. Posted in Blog, Case Study, Water Damage.

The Bedford, New Hampshire (NH) residents needed emergency water damage cleanup immediately. The family had just returned from a week-long vacation. Upon their arrival they discovered a severely flooded home. A pipe had frozen in the attic causing it to rupture. Water flowed for days through the entire home. Ceilings collapsed, walls crumbled and wood floors buckled. The basement had over two feet of water in it. It was a disaster. The family called Soil-Away for emergency water damage...

Water Damage Mitigation – Hudson, NH

Written by jsolloway on February 8, 2016. Posted in Blog, Case Study, Water Damage.

Citizens of Hudson, Nashua, and Hollis New Hampshire (NH) call on Soil-Away when in need for emergency water damage mitigation. Water and flood damage to your property is frustrating and can be costly. Residents of southern NH know that Soil-Away will respond quickly and competently. Soil-Away is available 24/7 to cleanup water and fire damage losses. This case study provides a brief example of how Soil-Away Cleaning and Restoration helped a Hudson, NH business when they needed water damage...

Winter Water Damage Woes: How to Help Prevent Property Damage

Written by jsolloway on January 18, 2016. Posted in Blog, Tips and Advice, Water Damage.

New Hampshire (NH) winters can be harsh. We witnessed this first hand in 2015 where record cold and snowfall pummeled the majority of the state. You know it was a tough winter when “ice dams” and “frozen pipes” become a mainstream topic of discussion around the office water cooler. Nevertheless, we hearty New Hampshire folk persevere despite the winter circumstances. With that said, we also think it wise to be a little more prepared for what may lay ahead. This article will help New Hampshire...

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00:51 04 Aug 22

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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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