Allentown’s water damage comes from Lehigh River and creek flooding during heavy storms and the basement seepage and aging plumbing common in the Lehigh Valley’s older homes.
River and storm flooding
Allentown sits in the Lehigh Valley along the Lehigh River, and heavy rain or the remnants of tropical systems can raise the river and area creeks, flooding low-lying neighborhoods. Aging combined sewers can back up during big storms, and that backup water is contaminated — see the water damage categories. Nearby coverage is in our Pennsylvania service area.
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Older homes, basements, and freezes
The valley’s older homes bring aging plumbing and basements that take on seepage, and Pennsylvania winters add freeze-and-burst risk that often surfaces at the thaw. Humid summers then let basement dampness turn to mold.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Lehigh River flood Allentown?
Heavy rain and tropical remnants can raise the Lehigh River and area creeks, flooding low-lying neighborhoods. Aging sewers can also back up during major storms, adding contaminated water to the problem.
Do older Allentown homes face higher water risk?
Yes. The valley’s older housing brings aging plumbing and basements prone to seepage, plus winter freeze-and-burst risk. Humid summers then drive mold when basement moisture lingers.
Is sewer-backup water dangerous?
Yes. It’s contaminated and can carry bacteria and waste; affected porous materials usually must be removed rather than dried, and the area needs professional sanitizing.