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Water damage and mould remediation in Poughkeepsie–Newburgh

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In the Hudson Valley, water damage often follows weather that arrives all at once. Hurricane Irene flooded the region on August 28, 2011, and a parking lot on Pendell Road in Poughkeepsie was described as a literal lake. Ice storms bring a different problem: in February 2022, ice on tree limbs brought down power lines, leaving about 31,000 Central Hudson customers without power. When you hire for drying out or mould removal, ask first how the water got in, because that decides whether your insurance may respond. New York's Mold Program enforces Article 32 of the State Labor Law, which sets licensing requirements and minimum work standards for mold assessment and remediation, so ask to see each licence before work starts. Ask for a written scope that separates drying from mould work, and check what your policy says about flood and backup before you sign anything.

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What to know in Poughkeepsie–Newburgh

  • Hurricane Irene brought flooding to the Hudson Valley on August 28, 2011. A local radio station's parking lot on Pendell Road in Poughkeepsie was described as a literal lake, with water spreading into the road.

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Before you hire

  1. Ask how fast they will start drying: Health Canada says a home dried within 48 hours is less likely to grow mould.

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  2. Health Canada suggests professional help for extensive mould, meaning a patch larger than 3 m².

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  3. Get written quotes from at least three contractors for the same work, and check references from recent clients.

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Questions about hiring in Poughkeepsie–Newburgh

Who is allowed to do mould assessment and remediation in New York?

New York's Mold Program enforces Article 32 of the State Labor Law, which sets licensing requirements and minimum work standards for professionals who assess and remediate mold. Ask any contractor for their licence before you agree to work, and note that a home inspector whose report assesses mold must also hold a Mold Assessor licence. New York State Department of Labor (source, opens in a new tab)

What should a water damage quote include?

Ask for a written scope that lists the rooms affected, the drying methods and equipment, how moisture will be measured, and what is removed or replaced. Mould work should be listed separately from drying. Get the same details from each contractor so you can compare quotes line by line.

Will my homeowners policy cover flooding in the Poughkeepsie area?

Not usually. The State Department of Financial Services says standard homeowners policies do not cover flood, generally water coming in above the foundation. A sewer or sump pump backup comes from lines below the foundation and may need a Water Backup Endorsement. Check your policy before you hire. New York State Department of Financial Services (source, opens in a new tab)

Does flood insurance pay for a finished basement?

Only in part. Under the National Flood Insurance Program, a basement has a floor below ground on all sides. Cover includes structural elements, essential equipment and cleanup, but not finished walls, floors or ceilings, or belongings such as furniture. Ask your contractor to itemise the work so you can see what applies. New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (source, opens in a new tab)

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