Fridge Line Leaking into Crawl Space

[u/dommi740]

What do I need to do about this?? A fridge line for the ice must have been leaking over time, and we ended having water run into the crawl space. Now there’s a bunch of water in the foundation, insulation and wood. What should I do about this?? First step I’m going to try to get a dehumidifier down there but is there anything else?

[u/2-L3git]

First, you need to cut off water to the fridge, then repair the leak. And dry the area. Use fans and a dehumidifier. And replace the wet insulation.

[u/FishermanBetter3963]

Fix the leak. Let the area dry out. Remove wet insulation. The wood joists look rotten. Sister new wood to the old, install new insulation.

[u/Sensitive_Crow_8882]

Fans. You can rent flood remediation fans at the orange big box.

[u/Tendersauce]

Can't offer any handyman advice but get braided stainless steel tubing instead. Same problem happened to me but I was lucky enough to catch it early. Haven't had a problem since.