All Dry Services of Rhode Island

All Dry Services of Rhode Island 🌊 Your 24/7 Solution for Water Damage & Restoration 🏠πŸ”₯ Promptly addressing water damage, flooding, mold, fire, and smoke restoration needs in RI.
(1)

Serving both residential and commercial properties. Your property's well-being is our priority.πŸ’§πŸ”¨ At All Dry Services, we work hard to provide the best in customer service, which allows you, the property owner, to be informed and aware of everything that is happening on, in, and around your property during the restoration process. With nearly two decades of water damage restoration experience, the

professionals at All Dry Services are the go-to authority in your area for all problems related to water damage, removal, repair, and restoration. Our team of service providers is fully licensed, insured, and ready to handle any and all water damage problems, both residential and commercial. We offer same-day emergency service which means a technician at your door within an hour of your call, and we will work directly with your homeowner’s insurance adjuster to reduce your out-of-pocket costs. Water damage is the single most destructive threat that your home can face, and how quickly you address it determines how bad it can get. So don’t wait, call the professionals at All Dry Services today at (401) 834-1379 for a free estimate.

Happy Labor Day from our team at All Dry Services Rhode Island.Wishing everyone across Rhode Island a safe and enjoyable...
09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from our team at All Dry Services Rhode Island.

Wishing everyone across Rhode Island a safe and enjoyable end of summer weekend. If you need us, we are available 24/7.

πŸ“ž Reach us at (401) 308-DRY1 or visit myalldry.com/rhode-island

❄️ If you noticed something in your home this summer and put off addressing it, here is what the next several months loo...
08/31/2026

❄️ If you noticed something in your home this summer and put off addressing it, here is what the next several months look like if it stays unaddressed.

Moisture that is present in wall cavities, crawl spaces, attic sheathing, or subfloor framing when fall arrives does not dry out on its own as temperatures drop. It gets locked in. Cold temperatures slow evaporation significantly, which means wet materials that might have dried with professional intervention in August will still be wet in November. They will be wet in February. And by March, when temperatures begin to climb again and mold growth accelerates, what was a contained problem in summer has had six months of winter to establish itself more deeply in the structure.

Freeze-thaw cycles compound this. Water that has saturated framing and masonry expands when it freezes, widening cracks and gaps that make the structure more vulnerable to the next intrusion. Foundation walls that took on water this summer may allow more water in this winter because the freeze-thaw cycle has opened pathways that did not exist before.

Mold does not stop in cold temperatures. It slows. But it is still present, still viable, and ready to accelerate the moment conditions warm. The mold we find in April is almost always the mold that was seeding in October.

If something in your home smells off, looks different, or has felt wrong since this summer, August is the right time to address it. Our team at All Dry Services Rhode Island is available 24/7 across the state.

πŸ“ž Reach us at (401) 308-DRY1 or visit myalldry.com/rhode-island

🏒 August is the time to walk your properties before fall arrives and changes the picture entirely.The end of summer is a...
08/28/2026

🏒 August is the time to walk your properties before fall arrives and changes the picture entirely.

The end of summer is a natural point for property managers to assess what the season left behind before cooler temperatures and leaf season add new variables. Roof drainage systems that handled summer rain without issue can become overwhelmed in fall when gutters fill with debris. Moisture that accumulated quietly in a unit through the summer will not resolve on its own once temperatures drop. It will sit through winter and present itself as a larger problem in spring.

The calls we respond to in spring often have damage that is more subtle but has been developing for months. The property managers who avoid those calls are the ones who catch things in August before they get carried into the next season.

Before fall arrives, walk your properties with these areas in mind. Check roof drainage and clear any debris that has accumulated over the summer. Note any tenant moisture or odor complaints that came in over the past few months and address them before they go another season unresolved. Walk crawl spaces and basement storage areas. Check common area plumbing connections. Look at ceilings for any staining that appeared this season.

Our team at All Dry Services Rhode Island works with property managers across the state on water damage response, mold remediation, and end of season inspections when needed.

πŸ“ž Reach us at (401) 308-DRY1 or visit myalldry.com/rhode-island

🏠 Mold in a rental property is not just a maintenance issue. It is a habitability issue, and in Rhode Island, landlords ...
08/26/2026

🏠 Mold in a rental property is not just a maintenance issue. It is a habitability issue, and in Rhode Island, landlords have a legal obligation to provide tenants with habitable living conditions. Mold that affects air quality, damages building materials, or creates a health risk falls squarely within that obligation.

For tenants, the most important step when mold is discovered is to report it in writing as soon as possible. A text or email that documents when you noticed it, where it is, and what it looks, feels, or smells like creates a record that protects you if the landlord delays or does not respond. Oral communication alone leaves too much room for dispute.

For landlords, an unreported mold condition that a tenant later discovers in writing creates a paper trail of non-response that significantly increases liability. The cost of professional remediation at the time of first report is almost always lower than the cost of remediation after the problem has grown, plus the legal exposure that follows.

Both parties are best protected by professional remediation with full documentation. A complete remediation report showing what was found, what was done, and the post-remediation verification result protects the landlord's compliance record and gives the tenant confidence that the problem was genuinely addressed.

Our team at All Dry Services Rhode Island handles mold remediation in residential and rental properties across the state. If you are a landlord or tenant dealing with a mold situation, reach out.

πŸ“ž Reach us at (401) 308-DRY1 or visit myalldry.com/rhode-island

πŸ’§ Real Job. Real Results.A homeowner opened their attic hatch in August to investigate a musty smell that had been getti...
08/25/2026

πŸ’§ Real Job. Real Results.

A homeowner opened their attic hatch in August to investigate a musty smell that had been getting stronger through the summer. What they found on the sheathing was significant mold growth across a large section of the roof deck. The source was an ice dam from the previous winter that had pushed water under the roofline and into the attic insulation, and the damage had gone undiscovered for months.

This is one of the patterns we see regularly. Ice dam water intrusion happens in January. The attic stays cold through winter, slowing the mold growth that has already started. By June and July, warmer temperatures accelerate it. By August, what entered the structure as water months earlier has become an established mold condition across structural framing.

Our team contained the attic work area immediately to prevent spore spread to the living areas below. Affected insulation was removed. Mold remediation was carried out on the sheathing and exposed framing using professional-grade mold and stain remover, odor neutralizer, antimicrobial agents and, in some instances, encapsalent. Structural drying equipment was deployed and moisture readings were taken daily until all materials reached verified dry standard.

The remediation was completed in five days. Post-remediation air testing confirmed spore counts had returned to normal levels. A complete report was submitted with the insurance claim and approved without dispute.

If you have a musty smell coming from your attic this summer and have not had it checked, that is worth investigating. Our team at All Dry Services Rhode Island is available 24/7 across the state.

πŸ“ž Reach us at (401) 308-DRY1 or visit myalldry.com/rhode-island

πŸ‘€ Meet Ed Smith, General Manager of All Dry Services Rhode Island.Ed has been in restoration since 2017 and has not look...
08/24/2026

πŸ‘€ Meet Ed Smith, General Manager of All Dry Services Rhode Island.

Ed has been in restoration since 2017 and has not looked back. What started as a job became a career he is genuinely invested in. He is currently three classes away from earning his IICRC Triple Master designation, which puts him among a small group of restoration professionals in the country who have reached that level of certification.

Ask Ed what he enjoys most about the work and he will tell you it is being the calm voice in the chaos. When someone calls us after a flooded basement, a fire loss, or a mold discovery, they are usually dealing with far more than just property damage. Ed's approach is straightforward: clear communication, honest advice, and making sure people understand the process they are going through so they feel less overwhelmed by it.

Outside of work, Ed's time belongs to his wife and their three kids. A significant portion of his weekends are spent at practices and games, which he would not trade for anything. He also makes an annual trip to Miami to watch the Patriots play, a tradition that has become as much about the people he travels with as it is about the game.

One more thing about Ed: he is absolutely terrified of needles. He also has tattoos. He has no explanation for this and we respect that.

We are glad to have Ed leading the team in Rhode Island.

πŸ“ž Reach us at (401) 308-DRY1 or visit myalldry.com/rhode-island

🦠 Mold in a commercial building is not just a property maintenance issue. It is a business liability, a health and safet...
08/21/2026

🦠 Mold in a commercial building is not just a property maintenance issue. It is a business liability, a health and safety matter, and in many cases a compliance obligation.

When mold is present in an office, retail space, or commercial facility, employees are exposed to it every day they come to work. Unlike a homeowner who can choose when to address the problem, a business owner has obligations to the people inside the building. Depending on the scope of the mold and the nature of the business, OSHA guidelines and local building codes may factor into the response and the timeline.

For commercial property owners and managers, the documentation that comes out of a professional remediation is as important as the remediation itself. A complete remediation report showing what was found, what was treated, what was removed, and what the post-remediation verification confirmed protects the building owner's compliance record and provides evidence that the health concern was addressed appropriately.

The calls we respond to in commercial settings often have damage that is more subtle than a visible growth on a wall. A musty odor in a conference room. An employee who notices allergy symptoms only when they are in the office. Discoloration on ceiling tiles above an HVAC return. These are worth investigating before the problem grows and the liability exposure grows with it.

If you are seeing or smelling something in your commercial space, do not put it off. Our team at All Dry Services Rhode Island responds to mold concerns and handles full remediation across the state.

πŸ“ž Reach us at (401) 308-DRY1 or visit myalldry.com/rhode-island

08/19/2026

πŸͺ΅ Hardwood floors and water are a difficult combination, and one of the most common situations where homeowners make decisions that cost them more in the long run.

When hardwood gets wet, the wood absorbs moisture and begins to expand. Boards cup along the edges as the top surface dries faster than the bottom. Severe cases result in buckling, where boards lift entirely from the subfloor. The visible damage on the surface is only part of the picture. The subfloor beneath wet hardwood is almost always more saturated than the boards above it, and it is the subfloor moisture that drives mold risk if left unaddressed.

The instinct most homeowners have is to pull up the flooring and let things dry out. The problem is that rapid drying of hardwood causes the wood to shrink and crack. Hardwood that is dried too quickly in an uncontrolled environment often splits, cups permanently, or gaps in ways that make it unsalvageable. Controlled structural drying using professional equipment gives the wood time to release moisture at a rate that preserves the material.

Not all wet hardwood needs to be replaced. Depending on the category of water, how long the floor was wet, and how quickly drying is started, a significant portion of wet hardwood can be saved with proper professional drying. The assessment happens at the job, not from a photo.

If water has reached your hardwood floors, call us before you pull anything up. Our team at All Dry Services Rhode Island is available 24/7 across the state.

πŸ“ž Reach us at (401) 308-DRY1 or visit myalldry.com/rhode-island

πŸ’§ You called us. We are on our way. Here is what to do in the time between.The first and most important step is to safel...
08/17/2026

πŸ’§ You called us. We are on our way. Here is what to do in the time between.

The first and most important step is to safely shut off electricity to any area where water is present. Tripping the circuit breaker to the space is the right step. If standing water is at the electric panel or circuit breaker, a local fire department or your local utility can be called to safely turn off the power.

Next, take photos and video of everything before you touch anything. Walk the perimeter of the affected area and document the water level, the entry point if visible, and all materials that are wet or damaged. Do not move furniture, pull up flooring, or discard anything yet. Your insurance carrier needs to see the damage as it was found, not after cleanup has started.

Do not run fans or open windows to try to speed up drying. Surface drying is not structural drying. Moving air over wet flooring does nothing for the moisture that has already absorbed into the subfloor and framing below. It can also spread mold spores if biological growth has already started.

Limit access to the affected area. Keep family members and pets out of the space until our team has assessed the situation and established whether the water source is contaminated.

When our team arrives, we will take it from there. Our team at All Dry Services Rhode Island is available 24/7 across the state.

πŸ“ž Reach us at (401) 308-DRY1 or visit myalldry.com/rhode-island

Mold in a basement, crawl space, or attic produces spores as part of its natural growth cycle. Those spores become airbo...
08/12/2026

Mold in a basement, crawl space, or attic produces spores as part of its natural growth cycle. Those spores become airborne, and once they are in the air, they move. In a home with natural air circulation, spores travel upward through gaps in flooring, around plumbing penetrations, and through any opening that connects the lower or upper levels of the structure to the living areas in between. In a home with a forced air HVAC system, the ductwork does the rest. Spores that enter the return air system get distributed to every room the system serves.

This is why homeowners often notice a musty odor in the kitchen, a bedroom, or the living room without any visible moisture in those spaces. The smell is not coming from where they are standing. It is coming from the attic above or the crawl space below, and it is traveling through the air they breathe every day.

The same dynamic applies to allergy-like symptoms that seem to worsen indoors, especially in rooms that have never had a water event. If the source is mold in a part of the structure that is not regularly accessed or inspected, the symptoms will not resolve until the mold is addressed at the source.

This is particularly relevant for children, elderly family members, and anyone with respiratory sensitivities or a compromised immune system. These are often the people who never set foot in a basement or attic, yet they are breathing the air that those spaces are producing. Mold they have never been near can directly affect their health every day it goes unaddressed.

If you are noticing a persistent musty odor anywhere in your home, or allergy-like symptoms that are worse inside than outside, the source may not be where you are looking. Our team at All Dry Services Rhode Island responds to mold concerns and handles full remediation across the state. If you see it or smell it, reach out.

πŸ“ž Reach us at (401) 308-DRY1 or visit myalldry.com/rhode-island

Address

175 James P Murphy Highway Bldg 2, Unit 4
West Warwick, RI
02893

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when All Dry Services of Rhode Island posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share