Lackawanna County
Water damage & mold help in Scranton, PA
Scranton grew on anthracite coal, and that history still affects homes today: old underground mines can cause ground subsidence that cracks foundations and breaks pipes. The Lackawanna River and its tributaries flood during heavy rain, as during Tropical Storm Lee in 2011, and long, snowy winters bring frozen pipes and ice dams.
Areas served
Hill Section · Green Ridge · South Side · West Side · Downtown
ZIPs include 18504, 18505, 18508, 18509, 18512, 18519
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Scranton homes and water damage
Much of Scranton's housing is early-1900s frame and brick homes with basements, many converted to multi-family use. Older homes often have limited insulation and aging plumbing. Many homes have original cast-iron drains and older boilers or furnaces.
Mine subsidence
Abandoned coal mines under parts of the region can collapse, shifting foundations and breaking water and sewer lines. Pennsylvania offers state mine subsidence insurance.
River flooding
The Lackawanna River flooded neighborhoods in 2006 and during Tropical Storm Lee in 2011.
Frozen pipes and ice dams
Cold, snowy winters freeze pipes and create ice dams on older roofs.
Basement water
Heavy rain and snowmelt seep into older stone and brick foundations.
Basement sump reliance
Many Scranton basements depend on sump pumps, and a power outage during a storm can quickly flood the lower level.
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Scranton at a glance
- County
- Lackawanna County
- Neighborhoods
- Hill Section, Green Ridge, South Side, West Side
- ZIP codes
- 18504, 18505, 18508, 18509, 18512, 18519
- Nearby
- Philadelphia, PA, Pittsburgh, PA, Allentown, PA, Harrisburg, PA
Scranton questions
Does homeowners insurance cover mine subsidence in Scranton?
Usually not. Pennsylvania's Mine Subsidence Insurance program offers separate coverage for homes in mining areas.
Do I need a permit for repairs in Scranton?
Structural, plumbing and electrical repairs need permits from the City of Scranton's licensing, inspections and permits office.
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