Types of Water Damage

10/16/2019 (Permalink)

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How bad is the water event in your home? There are three types of water damage that may affect your home or business:

1. Clean Water Damage (Category 1) is caused by “clean water” originating from a water pipe or rain.  It is from a source that is not contaminated.  This is typically the easiest and least expensive type of water disaster to deal with depending on the extent of damage.  The largest risk clean water damage poses is if the area that is damaged is not properly dried that mold can grow.   Clean water elevates to category 2 if left after 24-48 hours. 
2. Gray Water Damage (Category 2)is usually caused by water coming from a water-appliance such as a washing machine. Gray water will have chemicals such as soap that will have to be treated during the cleanup process.  Toilet overflows containing only urine are considered gray water.   Gray water elevates to category 3 if left after 24-48 hours. 
3. Black Water Damage (Category 3) is the most hazardous and expensive type of water damage. It is usually caused by a sewer backup.  This type of water damage contains harmful bacteria and chemicals that are unsafe to your health. 

No matter what category of water damage is present in your home, SERVPRO of Norwich and Windham County has the trained professionals and the right equipment to quickly take care of the problem.  Call us at (860)887-0447