Water Damage Blog for Lancaster and Lancaster County
Local water problems, one at a time: wet crawl spaces, frozen pipes, storm runoff, sewage backups and what a claim file needs.
Wesley Chapel Water Heater Leaks and 80 psi Water Pressure
A leaking water heater can soak a Wesley Chapel garage or closet fast. See why pressure above 80 psi matters, what to shut off and how cleanup and drying work.
Weddington Storm Damage: Trees on Roofs and Rain in the Ceiling
After an October 2020 storm Union County reported trees down and structure damage on Camden Drive in Weddington. See what a roof leak does and how drying works.
Frozen Pipes in Waxhaw: One Small Crack, 250 Gallons a Day
Union County Water says a frozen pipe crack as small as one-eighth of an inch can release over 250 gallons a day. See Waxhaw's recent cold and what to do.
Debby in Rock Hill: Creek Water, Yards and Crawl Spaces
Tropical Storm Debby brought record rain to York County on August 8, 2024. See what reports showed near Rock Hill and how flood water cleanup and drying work.
Rock Hill Business Roof Damage: When Storm Wind Opens the Roof
Storm wind tore roofs from Rock Hill commercial buildings in 2017 and 2024. See how rain damage spreads inside a business and how phased drying works.
Hidden Leaks in Older Lancaster Homes: Galvanized and Cast Iron
Older Lancaster homes can hide slow pipe leaks behind walls and floors. See the warning signs, how crews find the wet area and what drying involves.
Sewage Backup in Marvin: Septic Tank or County Sewer?
Many Marvin homes use a septic tank and a well, and Union County provides sewer where a connection is available. See how to tell which, and how cleanup works.
Standing Water in a Lancaster Crawl Space After Heavy Rain
Heavy rain can leave water under a Lancaster house. See how to tell standing water from damp air, what to shut off first and how pumping and drying work.