Published on Feb 25, 2026
Welcome to another Q&A session where I answer questions from y'all on the internet.
Today's question is:
This project was caused by a failed pot filler fitting over the range. The fitting burst while the homeowner wasn’t home, flooding the kitchen and dining area. Water traveled through the main level and into the basement below.
It damaged insulation, drywall, flooring, trim, and carpet. It spread into multiple rooms — including the office and dining room downstairs. We had to rebuild drywall, replace floors, repaint, and redo trim. We’re now near the final phase — finishing trim, installing lighting, and completing touch-ups.
Flood damage travels farther than most people expect. Even if it looks contained upstairs, water moves through floor joists and subfloors into lower levels.
Kolten details a flood project caused by a pot filler failure that impacted both the main floor and basement. Water traveled through structural components, damaging multiple rooms. Nex-Gen Remodels handled drywall repair, flooring replacement, painting, and finish trim. The project highlights how flood damage often extends beyond visible areas and requires comprehensive restoration across levels of a home.