Why Commercial Water Damage Hits Cape May Hard
The pattern in Cape May is consistent. nor'easter and heavy rainfall overwhelming commercial building drainage drives most of the emergency restoration calls we get. A close second is frozen pipe bursts and boiler failures in older commercial buildings.
Cape May's coastal location and frequent nor'easters expose commercial properties to heavy rainfall and storm surges. The combination of high humidity and fluctuating temperatures increases the risk of water intrusion and structural damage.
Cape May's coastal location and frequent nor'easters expose commercial properties to heavy rainfall and storm surges. The combination of high humidity and fluctuating temperatures increases the risk of water intrusion and structural damage. The dominant local driver is nor'easter and heavy rainfall overwhelming commercial building drainage, with frozen pipe bursts and boiler failures in older commercial buildings showing up as the next most common cause. Damage builds in stages. Spread. Absorption. Microbial growth. Structural compromise. Every stage you pass through adds to the final bill.
For public guidance on the health effects of mold after prolonged water exposure, see the EPA mold and health page.

