What kind of water damage are you experiencing?

5/17/2021 (Permalink)

Water contamination categories

Water damage can happen to anybody. In fact, according to research done by the insurance industry, it is estimated that 37% of homeowners claim to have suffered damages due to a flood. Did you know that insurance companies pay out $2.5 billion dollars per year in water and mold losses? As you can see, water damage can happen to anybody and it can be costly to mitigate. With that, knowing what type of water damage you are experiencing may help you know how to react or know what you are truly facing. Here is the list of the different categories of water contamination.

Category 1

Water that originates from a sanitary source and is considered fit for human consumption. (Water from the sink faucet, Clean toilet water)

Category 2
Water from a contaminated source can potentially cause harm if consumed. (Dishwasher water)

Category 3
Water that is “grossly contaminated” and contains harmful toxins or pathogens. (Sewage backup, standing water, stormwater)

The best way to know how to react is by knowing what you are dealing with. We hope that you found this information helpful. Always remember that your SERVPRO of Poolesville/Clarksburg/Damascus is always here to help and make it "Like it never even happened."