Flood Cleanup and Water Damage Restoration Prospect Heights, Brooklyn

The Prospect Heights community is comprised of many neighboring communities with Prospect Park as the central focal point.

These Communities are Crown Heights, Park Slope, Gowanus and Prospect Park South.

Water damage Prospect Heights area is caused because of a burst pipe. Burst Pipe is when the pipe system in building structure ruptured, causing a flood. This flood can lead to water damage and loss of property. Loss of property translate to water soaking through furniture in the flood zone.

The water in the flood zone can be seen on the floor or overflowing in a sink. But, water can also be trapped in the walls and if that’s not fixed it can lead to mold and mildew.

Prospect Heights area is a mixed community with have varying income, and age groups. Towards Crown Heights has a rich ethnic Caribbean Culture and Park Slope area of some of the most expensive Brownstones in New York City.

The center of it all is the 526-acre Prospect Park, that sees thousands of attractions each month. Prospect Heights, like many neighborhoods in New York City, is not immune to water damage.

Here are some common causes of Water Damage:

• Burst Pipes: Pipes can get old and rotted over time leading to a rupture. Or when faulty equipment is used to make the pipeline, it can give out.
• Drain backups: When heavy weighted items (toys, paper towels, sponges, etc.) go down the drain it can lead to backups or worst sewage leaks.
• Tree/Root growth: Roots can grow erratically. And sometimes that growth happens by a pipeline and can break the drain system leading to a flood.
• Dirty gutters: After a storm, it’s important to clean the gutters. Over time, uncleaned gutters can be weighed down and lead to leaks in the roof, which can cause a flood.
• Household Items Malfunctions: Washers, dryers, and dishwasher can have faulty water lines and break, leading to a flood.