Frozen Pipe Response (5 Steps)

  1. Open the affected faucet (hot & cold).
  2. Shut off the main if you see any splits or drips.
  3. Warm the line slowly—no flames.
  4. Place towels and buckets where thaw water might emerge.
  5. Call AllStates Restoration AT 732-956-3900 if there’s water release.

Ceiling Stain After a Storm

  1. Photograph the stain and note when it appeared.
  2. Check the attic for wet insulation, frosted nails, or visible drips.
  3. Don’t run the HVAC fan—it can spread moisture/soot if a fire was involved.
  4. Call AllStates Restoration at 732-956-3900 to check the moisture for a proper dry-out.
  5. Address attic air-sealing/ventilation to prevent repeats.

Sump Pump Not Running

  1. Verify power/GFCI; free the float.
  2. Engage the battery backup; confirm outside discharge.
  3. Use a generator safely if needed.
  4. Call AllStates Restoration at 732-956-3900 for water extraction and drying if water crests the slab.

FAQs (January Edition)

Do space heaters help prevent frozen pipes?
Used carefully, they can protect a cold vanity or laundry—keep 3 ft clearance, never unattended, and plug directly into a wall outlet.

Should I set the thermostat higher during a cold snap?
Slightly. A 1–2°F bump plus opening cabinet doors on exterior walls can make the difference in marginal areas.

Can I just paint over a stain from an ice dam?
Not until it’s dry. We’ll verify with meters, replace wet insulation/drywall where needed, and then you can prime/paint.

My basement smells musty after storms, but I don’t see water.
Check RH. If it’s >55%, you may have vapor or hidden seepage. A restoration-grade dehumidifier and drainage tune-up usually solve it.

Why NJ Homeowners Choose AllStates Restoration in January

  • Rapid 24/7 response across Monmouth, Middlesex, and nearby counties (≈ 60-minute arrival).
  • Diagnostics-first: thermal imaging, pin/pinless moisture meters, and daily logs—so we open only what’s necessary.
  • IICRC-certified in water, fire/smoke, and microbial remediation.
  • Insurance-ready documentation: photos, moisture logs, and line-item scopes that carriers accept.
  • Turnkey service: Mitigation and full repairs—one accountable team from emergency to “back to normal.”

Start the year dry and stress-free.

AllStates Restoration is one call away—day or night.

Need a fast moisture audit or emergency help today?
Call AllStates Restoration at (732) 956-3900 or request service at hireasr.com.
We’ll protect your home, document everything for insurance, and get you back to warm and worry-free—fast.

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