Categories Of Water In Water Disasters
When your home in Troy experiences any type of water damage, the situation is always devastating and overwhelming. Whether the water is from a sewer backup, malfunctioning appliance, or leaking pipes, each type of water damage is different. Based on the category of the water present, we at Maxwell Building Services know there are different steps that need to be taken to successfully clean up and restore the damage. 3 Categories of Water Category 1: Clean Water Category 1 Water is water that comes from a clean source. Examples are water from a leaky faucet or broken water supply line. Water damage restoration of this type of water is fairly simple. First, water must be extracted and dried completely. Damaged materials can then be repaired or replaced. If Category 1 Water is not remediated quickly and correctly, it can turn into Category 2 Water. Category 2: Gray Water Category 2 Water is water that may contain bacteria and viruses. Common sources of gray water include ...