Water Damage Restoration In Harrison, NY
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What Is IICRC S500 Water Damage Restoration?
Water damage restoration is the IICRC S500-2021 documented process of extracting standing water, classifying the loss by category (clean, gray, black) and class (1 through 4), then drying the structure to equilibrium moisture content within a defined psychrometric window using commercial LGR dehumidifiers, axial air movers, and Tramex meter verification across every previously affected substrate.
In Harrison, NY, Green Restoration sequences the restoration: 60-minute dispatch, FLIR thermal imaging and Tramex CME 5 mapping, truck-mounted extraction, controlled drying to S500 § 12 benchmarks, antimicrobial application per S520-2024, and a carrier-ready scope file with daily moisture logs. Cutting steps drives mold colonization risk, claim denial risk, and reinjury rework within weeks.
- IICRC S500-2021 aligned
- ASTM E1745 vapor retarder spec
- ASHRAE 160 humidity targets
- Carrier-grade documentation
Why Harrison Sits in Climate Zone 5A
IECC International Energy Conservation Code
IECC Climate Zone 5A (most of Westchester County, with the northern edge crossing into Zone 6A near Yorktown). New York City sits in Zone 4A.
Westchester municipalities adopted the 2020 NYCECC for residential construction, which requires Class I vapor retarder per ASTM E1745 across crawl space and basement assemblies after water restoration.
Conditions from the National Weather Service and Open-Meteo.
Harrison Emergency Utility Lines
Stopping water at the source is step 1 of any water-damage scope. Use these verified Harrison lines while our IICRC crew is en route.For life-threatening emergencies (active fire, gas odor, electrical shock), call 911 first.
Water Authority
Westchester Joint Water Works
(914) 698-3500
24/7 emergency. Serves Mamaroneck, Harrison, Larchmont.
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Gas Leak
Con Edison
(800) 752-6633
If you smell gas, leave immediately, call 911 first, then this line from a safe location.
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Electric Emergency
Con Edison
(800) 752-6633
Submerged outlets or wet panel: cut breaker, then call to confirm service drop is safe.
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Police (Non-Emergency)
Harrison Police
(914) 967-5111
Sewer-backup Cat-3 claims sometimes need a police report. Call dispatch.
Source: harrison-ny.gov
Numbers verified against public utility and municipal sources. Green Restoration is not affiliated with these agencies. We provide these as a courtesy resource alongside our IICRC water-damage response.
Documented Water Damage Restoration For Harrison Homes And Estates
A 5-stage IICRC S500-2021 process: 60-minute dispatch, FLIR moisture mapping, truck-mounted extraction, psychrometric drying, and a carrier-ready scope file.
Emergency Water Extraction
Truck-mounted Hydramaster extraction within 60 minutes of dispatch across Westchester County. We pull bulk standing water fast so framing, subfloor, and finishes have a fighting chance.
Burst Pipe Cleanup
Frozen pipe breaks, supply-line failures, and angle-stop ruptures in Tudor and Colonial homes handled with rapid extraction, structural drying, and EPA-registered antimicrobial treatment per IICRC S500. Carrier billing on every covered loss.
Flooded Basement Cleanup
Submersible pumps, truck-mounted extraction, and LGR dehumidifiers staged for finished or unfinished basements common in Battle Hill and Highlands homes. We document the loss for your insurer with full IICRC S500 scope file.
Additional Water Damage Services
Storm & Flood Damage
Nor'easter, hurricane remnant, and Bronx River flash-flood response across Westchester County. Wind-driven rain through wall flashing, roof intrusion, and storm-drain surcharge handled per IICRC S500 protocols.
Sewage & Backwater Cleanup
Category 3 sewage backup and backwater contamination handled with HEPA containment, bulk material removal, and EPA-registered antimicrobial protocols per IICRC S500. Worker PPE on every job.
Structural Drying & Dehumidification
Phoenix Axial dehumidifiers, refrigerant LGRs, and air movers staged on psychrometric calculations to dry framing, subfloors, and original plaster cavities to under fourteen percent moisture.
Ceiling, Wall & Floor Restoration
Targeted controlled cuts, plaster preservation, and finish-floor mat-drying for water-damaged ceilings, walls, and hardwood floors. Most White Plains homes save the original finish without sanding or replacement.
Mold Remediation (Post-Water)
IICRC S520-aligned post-water mold remediation with HEPA containment, source-water remediation, and EPA-registered antimicrobial treatment. Pre and post moisture readings documented for your insurer. New York Article 32 assessor coordination available where required.
Commercial Water Damage
Office buildings, downtown retail, restaurants, and multi-tenant condos along Mamaroneck Avenue and Main Street. After-hours containment staging, party-wall isolation, and tenant coordination so business operations resume fast.
Appliance Leak Cleanup
Dishwasher gaskets, washer hoses, ice maker supply lines, and refrigerator pan failures across Battle Hill, Carhart Park, and Gedney Farms kitchens. Tramex meter mapping under cabinet kicks, IICRC S500 extraction, and direct billing to State Farm, Travelers, Liberty Mutual, USAA, Allstate, Chubb, PURE, and AIG Private Client, all handled by the Green Restoration team.
Roof Leak & Storm Intrusion Cleanup
Pre-war slate, asphalt shingle, and flat-rubber roofs across North Street, Rosedale, and Eastview see ice dam backup, flashing failure, and wind-driven rain through valley joints. We dry plaster-on-lath ceiling cavities and Tudor stucco wall assemblies per IICRC S500. (914) 559-2694 dispatch from 1163 Mamaroneck Avenue, carrier coordination included.
Water Heater Failure Cleanup
Forty to eighty gallon tank ruptures, T&P valve discharge, and supply line bursts in Battle Hill basements and Downtown condo utility closets near the Bronx River corridor and I-287. Submersible extraction, Phoenix Axial drying of post-war split-level subfloors and ZIP 10601-10607 finished basements, IICRC S500 documentation for Chubb Masterpiece and PURE waterfront estate carriers.
Don't Wait For Water Damage To Get Worse. Every Minute Counts.
Call Now For Same Day Emergency Service Across Harrison From West Harrison Through Purchase.
More Green Restoration Services in Harrison
The same local Green Restoration team covers all of these across Harrison. One number for every emergency and every cleanup.
Why Choose Us In Harrison
Owner-led service with 60-minute response, direct insurance billing, and eco-friendly methods across Harrison.
60-Minute Emergency Response
IICRC-certified crews arrive within 60 minutes, day or night, every day of the year.
Owner-Operated Local Crew
Every job is personally overseen, from first call to final moisture reading.
Direct Insurance Billing
We bill State Farm, Liberty Mutual, USAA, Farmers, AIG, Chubb, and Safeco directly.
EPA-Registered Antimicrobials
EPA-registered antimicrobials and Safer Choice cleaning products applied per IICRC S500 and S520 standards.
What Untreated Water Damage Costs Your Harrison Property
Untreated water damage in a Harrison home becomes mold colonization within 24 to 48 hours, hardwood cupping within 12 hours, and plaster delamination within 72 hours. A $4,500 same-day extraction can become a $25,000 plaster and finish-floor rebuild after 48 hours. The earlier we measure, the smaller the rebuild.
Bronx River Parkway Drainage Corridor
Low-Lying Properties At Risk
The Bronx River runs along the eastern edge of Harrison through Blind Brook Estates and the Brunos Pond area before continuing south. Properties within the Bronx River mapped flood hazard area in Harrison sit in a topographically low position where overbank flooding during tropical rainfall follows parkway-constrained channels that concentrate flow.
Sump-Pump Failure In Post-War Basements
Harrison Hills Pump Outages
Harrison Hills and West Harrison colonials and ranches built between 1950 and 1975 have finished basements that rely on sump-pump systems. When a pump fails during a nor'easter due to power loss, float-switch failure, or motor burnout, groundwater rises through the slab perimeter 6 to 12 inches within hours. A battery backup is the primary mitigation.
Purchase Area Estate Plaster Walls
Older Construction North Of West Harrison
Purchase, the northern section of Harrison town, contains 1920s to 1940s estate properties with original plaster-on-lath construction, galvanized supply lines, and slate roof systems. Water damage in Purchase carries the same plaster cavity drying complexity as Scarsdale and Greenwich estate neighborhoods, with 7 to 10 day drying timelines versus 4 to 6 days for a 1965 West Harrison colonial.
I-287 And I-684 Storm Drain Loading
Highway Runoff Loads Local Drains
Harrison sits at the intersection of I-287 and I-684, both of which generate significant impervious surface runoff that discharges into the Blind Brook and Brunos Pond drainage systems within Harrison. During intense rainfall, this highway runoff loads local storm drains faster than they can discharge, backing up into lower-lying residential streets along the parkway corridor.
Post-1980 Colonial Appliance Line Failures
Ice Maker And Dishwasher Lines Age
Harrison Hills and Blind Brook Estates are 1975 to 1995 colonial and center-hall construction where original refrigerator ice maker supply lines and dishwasher drain hoses are at or beyond their 25 to 30 year service life. Category 1 clean water typically, but they release slowly into subfloor systems before detection and produce larger affected areas than the visible kitchen damage suggests.
Groundwater Seepage In Concrete Block Foundations
Block Walls Wick Faster Than Poured
Many West Harrison post-war ranches and colonials have concrete block perimeter foundations rather than poured concrete. Block is more vapor-permeable and wicks groundwater faster during saturated soil conditions. A sustained 3-inch rainfall can produce visible moisture seepage on the interior face of a Harrison block foundation within 4 to 6 hours even without sump-pump failure.
Why Harrison Properties Need Professional Water Damage Restoration
Professional water damage restoration in Harrison means IICRC S500-2021 extraction, concrete-block cavity drying with calibrated psychrometrics, and a carrier-ready scope file built for Chubb, PURE, AIG Private Client, State Farm, and Travelers. DIY drying with household fans accelerates mold growth in block cores common to 1950 to 1975 West Harrison foundations. According to Green Restoration field documentation, Harrison losses tied to the Bronx River Parkway are scoped by water category before any equipment is placed, because the category decides containment and what material has to come out.
Bronx River Parkway Flood Documentation For NFIP And Standard Claims
Harrison properties near the Bronx River Parkway mapped flood hazard area may have flood events that qualify for NFIP coverage rather than standard homeowner policy, and others within blocks of the mapped flood hazard area covered by standard policy. We document the loss mechanism precisely from the initial inspection, identifying whether the source is overbank river flooding, storm-drain backflow, groundwater seepage, or a combination, so your adjuster can make an accurate coverage determination on the first review.
Sump-Pump Failure Response During Active Storms
Sump-pump failures typically occur during the peak of a nor'easter, precisely when response times across Westchester are compressed. We maintain staging capacity across the Harrison service area and arrive during the active storm event rather than waiting for it to end. Arriving while the pump is still down and water is still rising lets us deploy submersible pump backup while managing extraction, rather than arriving after 12 hours of standing water has fully saturated the finished basement materials.
Purchase Area Estate Drying Protocols
Purchase area Harrison homes with 1920s to 1940s plaster-on-lath construction require the same estate-scale drying approach as Scarsdale and Greenwich. We do not apply a standard 1965-ranch drying protocol to a 1928 Purchase estate. The cavity mapping, equipment staging, and drying-timeline justification for plaster-on-lath construction are built into every Purchase area scope from the initial FLIR assessment.
Appliance Failure Detection Before Secondary Damage Sets
Post-1980 Harrison Hills appliance line failures that release slowly behind kitchen cabinets often go undetected for days. By the time visible water appears at the baseboard, the subfloor sheathing under the cabinet toe-kick and the drywall behind the dishwasher have been saturated for an extended period. Our FLIR thermal inspection identifies the full extent of subfloor and wall cavity saturation on the initial visit so scope includes the full affected area, not only the visible wet surface.
The Water Damage We See Most in Harrison
In Harrison, Blind Brook rises here in West Harrison and drives the overbank flooding we respond to most, so we classify every loss under the IICRC S500 standard and document it for your insurer. These are the water-damage patterns we see most often across town.
Flooded Basement, Fully Dried
In Harrison, this usually traces to the Blind Brook floodplain.
A failed sump pump, a burst supply line, or storm-driven groundwater can leave inches of standing water sitting against framing, drywall, and stored belongings. The longer it sits, the further moisture wicks up the walls and the faster the Category of the water deteriorates.
Our IICRC-certified technicians classify the water under IICRC S500, then pull the standing water down to the slab with truck-mounted and submersible extraction. We open wet wall cavities, set air movers and LGR dehumidifiers for structural drying, and apply an antimicrobial per IICRC S520 where Category 2 or 3 water is involved.
We take daily Tramex moisture readings and dry the assembly to the ANSI/IICRC dry standard, not to a calendar. Every reading, photo, and scope line is documented for your insurer so the claim moves on facts, not guesswork.
Scenario 1 of 5: Basement Flooding
What To Do After Water Damage In Harrison, NY
Acting quickly after water damage can save thousands in restoration costs. Follow these steps while waiting for our IICRC-certified team to arrive within 60 minutes.
What To Do Immediately
Harrison Hills and West Harrison basements flood fastest when the sump pump's float switch fails during peak rainfall. A battery backup gives you 6 to 12 hours of protection during a power outage.
Post-1980 Harrison Hills colonials have braided steel lines that develop micro-cracks at compression fittings after 20 to 30 years of vibration cycles. Pull the refrigerator out and check.
Arriving while water is still rising lets us deploy pump backup and begin containment before drying equipment is staged, reducing total affected area in a Harrison basement.
Locate your main water valve and turn it off immediately. In Harrison Hills colonials, the shutoff is typically near the original galvanized supply line in the basement or mechanical room.
Switch off breakers for any rooms with standing water before entering a Harrison basement. Concrete block foundations conduct moisture and create elevated electrical risk during groundwater events.
Take timestamped photos and video of all visible damage before any cleanup begins. Your insurance adjuster from Chubb, PURE, State Farm, or Travelers will require this to process your claim.
What NOT To Do
Concrete block cores retain moisture from groundwater seepage events for 7 to 10 days after the visible surface appears dry. Enclosing block walls early causes chronic mold.
Subfloor water migration from Harrison Hills appliance line failures travels along the path of least resistance, which is often away from the visible damage. Scan first.
A Harrison Hills colonial that flooded once due to float-switch failure will flood again in the next equivalent rainfall event if the pump is not replaced and the backup is not tested.
Improper airflow spreads contaminants and accelerates mold growth in concrete block cores and finished basement wall cavities. Wait for professionals with commercial HEPA filtration.
Standard vacuums are not designed for water. You risk electrocution and permanent motor damage. Only truck-mounted extractors safely remove water from a Harrison basement.
Mold colonization begins within 24 to 48 hours, accelerated by Bronx River Parkway corridor humidity and Harrison concrete block cavity moisture. Every hour of delay increases restoration costs.
Our Water Damage Restoration Process In Harrison, NY
From the first call to final walkthrough, every step is documented, insured, and owner-supervised.
Water Damage Restoration Coverage In Harrison, NY
Documented water damage restoration for Harrison homes and Purchase estates. Emergency water removal, structural drying, and complete rebuild, with crews arriving within the hour from West Harrison to Purchase. According to Green Restoration dispatch records, Harrison Hills and West Harrison addresses are staged out of the same crew rotation that covers the rest of Westchester County, day or night.
Green Restoration serves all of Harrison from the Bronx River Parkway corridor in West Harrison east through Harrison Hills, Blind Brook Estates, and the Rye border, and north through Purchase to the I-684 corridor. Primary access routes include I-287, I-684, the Hutchinson River Parkway, Harrison Avenue, and Purchase Street. the Green Restoration team's crew is fully insured. We accept all major insurance carriers and are equipped for both NFIP-covered river corridor flooding and standard-policy sump-pump and appliance losses. We document the loss mechanism precisely from the initial inspection. We are not licensed public adjusters and do not negotiate claims on your behalf.
Same-day emergency response covers Harrison ZIP codes 10528 and 10577, plus neighboring municipalities including Rye, White Plains, Port Chester, Mamaroneck, and Greenwich CT. Emergency dispatch runs 24 hours per day, seven days per week, 365 days per year. Non-emergency estimates and pre-renovation FLIR moisture scans for Purchase area estate homes are available Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Call (914) 559-2694 any time, including holidays, nor'easters, and Bronx River parkway corridor flood events.
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Why Harrison Water Damage Is Different
Bronx River corridor, post-war housing stock, and concrete block foundations shape every restoration scope.
How Harrison's geography shapes a restoration scope
Harrison water damage restoration is the rapid extraction, structural drying, and antimicrobial treatment of post-war colonials, ranches, and Purchase area estates affected by sump-pump failures, Bronx River corridor storm-drain overload, appliance line failures, and groundwater seepage through concrete block foundations. Harrison sits at the intersection of I-287 and I-684 in central Westchester, and its 1950 to 1975 post-war housing stock relies heavily on sump systems, making it one of the Westchester municipalities most exposed to pump-failure basement flooding during nor'easters. According to Green Restoration's IICRC documentation records, concrete block perimeter foundation drying in Harrison colonials requires 7 to 10 days to reach the IICRC S500-2021 dry standard due to the vapor permeability of hollow-core block. Knowing the difference matters when scoping an emergency.
24/7 Water Damage Response In Harrison, NY
Our certified restoration crew dispatches to Harrison emergencies around the clock, including sump-pump failures in Harrison Hills and West Harrison finished basements, Bronx River Parkway corridor storm-drain overload events, appliance line failures in post-1980 Harrison Hills colonials, and Purchase area estate plaster-wall drying after slow supply line leaks. Most calls are on site within the hour.
Larchmont Manor, Mamaroneck Harbor, and Rye Beach waterfront homes share Long Island Sound storm-surge exposure. We extract Category 3 black water, dry fieldstone foundations, and document chain of custody per IICRC S500.
Tarrytown, Sleepy Hollow, Irvington, and Dobbs Ferry Hudson-side homes share river-bank flooding exposure during nor-easter and snowmelt seasons. We pump, dry, and treat with EPA-registered antimicrobials, documented for your carrier.
Our Westchester office dispatches IICRC-certified crews across White Plains, Yonkers, New Rochelle, Scarsdale, and the 35-town Westchester service area. Truck-mounted extractors and LGR dehumidifiers staged for 60-minute response.
We submit IICRC S500 documentation, daily moisture logs, photo evidence, and itemized estimates directly to State Farm, Travelers, Liberty Mutual, Allstate, USAA, Chubb, and other major NY carriers. We are not licensed public adjusters.
About Green Restoration In Harrison, NY
Your Harrison Water Damage Specialists Since 2014
Green Restoration delivers IICRC-aligned water damage cleanup for the post-war colonials, ranch homes, and Purchase area estates that span Harrison from the Bronx River Parkway corridor through Harrison Hills, Blind Brook Estates, and the Purchase area. Sump-pump failure during nor'easters, Bronx River corridor storm-drain overload, post-1980 appliance line failures reaching end of service life, and concrete block foundations that retain moisture longer than poured concrete combine to make Harrison water losses require more precise scope assessment than a surface inspection suggests. According to Green Restoration's IICRC documentation records, concrete block perimeter foundations in Harrison post-war colonials require 7 to 10 days of directed drying to reach the IICRC S500-2021 dry standard, and Green Restoration states that mold colonization in Harrison finished basements can begin within 24 to 48 hours of groundwater seepage if wall cavity drying is delayed. Our technicians focus on rapid basement water extraction, concrete block cavity drying, and FLIR-guided subfloor moisture mapping that reveals the full scope on day one.
“As the local co-owner with 35 years in restoration, I can tell you that Harrison basements fool people. The carpet looks wet, the drywall looks a little soft at the base, and a homeowner thinks it is a quick job. But the concrete block behind that drywall is holding water in its cores for another week, and if you close it up after three days of drying, mold starts in the block cores. I walk every Harrison property personally before the crew signs scope, and I measure the block, not just the drywall.”
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Water DamageRain flooded mom's finished basement in Larchmont. Called Green Restoration, they pumped everything out fast and ran dehumidifiers for days. Saved all her furniture down there and avoided any mold happening!
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Air Duct CleaningHow Much Does Water Damage Restoration Cost In Harrison, NY?
Pricing depends on IICRC S500 water category. Most Harrison single-family and condo claims settle in the Category 2 range of $2,500 to $8,500. See typical ranges below.
Category 1 · Clean Water
$1,500 to $4,500
Burst supply line, ice maker leak, appliance overflow, rainwater intrusion
Category 2 · Gray Water
$2,500 to $8,500
Washing machine, dishwasher, toilet overflow (no solids), aquarium
Category 3 · Black Water
$7,500 to $50,000+
Sewer backup, groundwater flooding, contaminated standing water
Final cost depends on water category, affected square footage, drying duration, plaster versus drywall demolition, hardwood salvage scope, and multi-room cascade impact. Use the calculator above for a personalized Harrison estimate.
Harrison Water Damage Restoration FAQs
Clear, honest answers about emergency water removal, structural drying, insurance documentation, and concrete-block-foundation restoration costs in Harrison, NY.
We respond within 60 minutes to all Harrison locations, including Harrison Hills, West Harrison, Harrison Village, Purchase, Blind Brook Estates, and the Bronx River Parkway corridor neighborhoods. Harrison is centrally located in Westchester with direct access via I-287, I-684, and the Hutchinson River Parkway, which means our crew can approach from multiple directions depending on where the equipment staging point is. Call (914) 559-2694 any time, 24/7/365, including Bronx River overbank events and cold-snap frozen pipe emergencies.
Harrison water damage cost depends on IICRC S500 water category. Category 1 clean water from burst supply lines, ice maker leaks, or appliance overflow in a Sterling Ridge or Silver Lake home runs $1,500 to $4,500. Category 2 gray water from washing machines, dishwashers, or toilet overflow scope runs $2,500 to $8,500, which is where most Harrison claims settle. Category 3 black water from sewer backups or groundwater flooding affecting multi-room cascading losses in West Harrison and Purchase estates ranges $7,500 to $50,000+. Final cost depends on affected square footage, drying duration, hardwood and plaster salvage scope, and finish restoration. We provide a written estimate on-site after Tramex CME 5 moisture meter readings confirm the full scope.
Standard New York homeowner policies typically exclude river overbank flooding as a named-storm or flood event. Properties along the Bronx River Parkway in Harrison that sit in FEMA floodplains should carry NFIP coverage in addition to their standard policy. Burst pipes, appliance failures, and sump-pump mechanical failures are typically covered under standard policies. We identify and document the loss mechanism correctly from the initial inspection so your adjuster can make the coverage determination with accurate information. We are not licensed public adjusters and do not negotiate claims on your behalf.
Harrison's dominant housing stock is 1950s to 1970s colonials and ranch-style homes with wood-frame construction, drywall, and concrete block or poured-concrete foundations. These homes reach IICRC S500-2021 dry standard in 4 to 6 days for a standard burst pipe loss affecting one to two rooms. A finished basement with carpeted slab and drywall walls runs 5 to 7 days. Purchase area estates with 1920s to 1940s construction and plaster walls extend to 7 to 10 days. We document daily readings and justify every day of equipment rental for your adjuster.
The damage scenarios we see most in Harrison are, in order, Bronx River corridor storm-drain backflow and localized overbank flooding in properties near the Blind Brook and Brunos Pond drainage area, sump-pump failures in Harrison Hills and West Harrison basements during nor'easters when soil saturation exceeds pump capacity, frozen and burst supply lines in older Purchase area homes during cold snaps, dishwasher and refrigerator ice-maker line failures in post-1980 Harrison Hills colonials, and slow grout-and-pan failures in 1990s and 2000s bathroom remodels.
Shut off the main water supply valve if the source is a burst pipe, cut power to the affected areas at the breaker panel, and move electronics and valuables to a dry upper floor. Place aluminum foil under wooden furniture legs to prevent floor staining. Take timestamped photographs of standing water depth, ceiling staining, and any visible floor or wall damage before cleanup begins. If the source is sump-pump failure, confirm the pump's electrical circuit is deactivated before entering a wet basement. Call (914) 559-2694; our crew will walk you through additional steps on the phone while dispatching.
No, New York Article 32 applies uniformly across all Westchester County municipalities including Harrison. Any mold remediation of 10 or more square feet requires a licensed remediator separate from the licensed assessor. Green Restoration provides remediation in Harrison and coordinates with a state-licensed assessor for all Article 32 qualifying jobs. We do not perform mold assessments in New York. The 10-square-foot threshold is reached quickly in Harrison basements that had water standing for more than 48 hours before remediation began.
Green Restoration is the local Westchester team for Harrison, licensed and insured with 35 years in the restoration industry. Marvin personally walks every Harrison property before scope is signed. Our technicians carry IICRC WRT and ASD certifications. Marvin's personal oversight of every Harrison job means that the scope decision on day one accounts for the Bronx River Parkway drainage context, the specific housing era, and the finish materials present.
