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CASE STUDY
Bathroom Water Damage Restoration in Denver, Colorado
How Alpha Restoration Saved a Denver Home from Further Water Damage Using Professional Tools and Expertise.
Overview
When a bathroom leak hits in Denver, fast action is the difference between a quick fix and major structural repairs. Especially in neighborhoods with older plumbing and basements. In a recent Washington Park bungalow, water spread across the tile, seeped into the subfloor, and threatened adjacent rooms. In LoDo and RiNo condos, similar leaks can impact units below; in Cherry Creek and Capitol Hill, original cast-iron or galvanized lines can complicate dry-out.
Using advanced extraction, industrial dehumidifiers, and precise moisture mapping, our team restored the space quickly and prevented mold growth—whether the home sits by Sloan’s Lake, along the Cherry Creek Trail, or in a high-rise downtown.
The Situation
Washington Park Bungalow
The homeowner noticed water pooling on the bathroom floor and a musty smell. Our inspection revealed:
- Standing water across hex-tile flooring
- Intrusion under the vanity and toilet flange
- Saturated subfloor (moisture readings >99% in affected areas)
High mold risk within 24–48 hours—accelerated in below-grade spaces common across Park Hill, Harvard Gulch, and Platt Park
In LoHi and Jefferson Park townhomes, we often see water track along shared walls; in older West Colfax and Baker houses, original materials can wick moisture farther than you’d expect.
Moisture Mapping
We used thermal imaging and pin/pinless meters to map hidden moisture beneath tile and in the subfloor.
Basement & crawlspace checks: Common in Park Hill, Montclair, and Berkeley homes
Party-wall scans: Essential for LoDo/Golden Triangle condos and rowhomes in Five Points
Perimeter tracking: Near Sloan’s Lake and Edgewater, where slab transitions and lake-adjacent soils can channel water
Water Extraction & Containment
We deployed high-capacity extractors to remove standing water fast, then built containment to protect clean areas.
Vertical containment for high-rises in Downtown & RiNo (limits migration to units below)
Negative-air/HEPA where demolition is needed in older Hilltop, Congress Park, and City Park bungalows
Quiet-hour protocols for HOA buildings in Cherry Creek and Union Station residences
Professional Drying Equipment
To stop further damage, we installed industrial air movers and an LGR dehumidifier sized for Denver’s altitude to pull moisture from air and materials. Daily monitoring brought readings back to dry-standard targets.
Basement dry-outs
(Harvey Park, University, Ruby Hill): focus on sill plates and rim joists
Tiled baths
(Wash Park, Platt Park, Highlands): grout and underlayment dry-through
Condo stacks
(LoDo, Golden Triangle): chase-wall and ceiling cavity drying
Before & After Results
Before
Severe Water Intrusion Threatening the Bathroom and Beyond
When our team arrived, the damage was clear — and getting worse by the minute. Standing water covered large sections of the hexagon tile floor, saturating the grout lines and seeping underneath the vanity and toilet base. A decorative rug had trapped moisture, which accelerated water absorption into the subfloor. Our moisture meter confirmed readings of over 99% saturation in multiple areas, indicating that the water had penetrated deep into the flooring layers.
Left untreated, this type of water damage can:
- Weaken subfloor materials and lead to costly structural repairs
- Promote rapid mold growth within 24–48 hours
- Cause grout discoloration and tile adhesion failure
- Spread to adjoining rooms, increasing the scope of damage
Alpha Restoration’s goal was to stop the damage in its tracks and save the property from further risk.
After
A Dry, Sanitized, and Restored Bathroom
Following our rapid response protocol, Alpha Restoration extracted every trace of standing water using high-powered commercial water extractors. Industrial-grade air movers and an LGR 5000 dehumidifier were strategically placed to accelerate evaporation and draw moisture from deep within the subfloor.
Daily monitoring ensured all hidden moisture pockets were eliminated, bringing readings back to safe, dry levels. The result was a fully restored bathroom: clean, sanitary, and safe for the homeowner — with the added protection of resealed grout to guard against future water penetration.
The transformation not only preserved the integrity of the bathroom but also prevented the significant expense and inconvenience of a full flooring replacement.
Key Takeaways for Homeowners
Act Fast - (0 to 48hrs)
Mold can start quickly, especially in basements common across Park Hill, Sunnyside, and Hampden.
Use the Right Tools
Moisture meters, thermal imaging, and altitude-appropriate dehumidification ensure complete dry-outs.
Trust Certified Experts
Alpha Restoration is IICRC-certified, ensuring industry-standard water damage restoration.
Prevent Recurrence
We identify the source (toilet supply, wax ring, shower pan, evaporative cooler line; common in Denver), then recommend fixes: upgraded supply lines, reseals, fan ventilation, slope corrections near Cherry Creek/South Platte corridors.
Why Denver, Colorado Trusts Alpha Restoration
- Local Expertise: We know Denver’s housing mix—from century-old Capitol Hill homes and Park Hill basements to LoHi townhomes and Union Station high-rises. Freeze-thaw cycles, summer monsoons, and sprinkler/bib bursts are part of our everyday playbook
- Advanced Equipment: Thermal imaging, HEPA filtration, negative air, and commercial LGR dehumidifiers tuned for altitude.
- Full-Service: Extraction, drying, demo, mold remediation, and reconstruction—one team, start to finish.
- HOA/Permit Savvy: We coordinate with property managers and HOAs in Downtown, Cherry Creek, and DTC/Glendale buildings.
24/7 Emergency Help Neighborhoods We Serve
Central & North: LoDo, RiNo (Five Points), LoHi/Highlands, Jefferson Park, Sunnyside, Berkeley, Sloan’s Lake, Edgewater, West Colfax
East & Northeast: City Park, Park Hill, Montclair, Mayfair, Hale, Hilltop, Lowry, Central Park (Stapleton), Montbello, Green Valley Ranch, East Colfax
South & Southeast: Capitol Hill, Golden Triangle, Baker/South Broadway, Speer, Washington Park, Platt Park, University/DU, University Hills, Virginia Village, Cory-Merrill, Belcaro, Cherry Creek, Congress Park
Nearby Cities: Glendale, Englewood, Littleton, Lakewood, Wheat Ridge, Arvada, Westminster, Thornton, Northglenn, Commerce City, Aurora, Centennial, Greenwood Village
Need Emergency Water Damage Help?
If you’re in Denver, Colorado and facing water damage, call Alpha Restoration right away at (303) 419-5331.
Our 24/7 emergency response team will arrive quickly to protect your property and restore it to pre-loss condition.
