Categories of Water Damage

We all know that grimy water is hazardous to your health, which is why it is crucial to understand what kind of water you are dealing with in the event of water damage. Did you know the water that comes from a broken water pipe line is different from the water that comes from a drain in the floor? Are you aware of how dangerous dirty water really is? There are three distinct categories of water damage and their respective sources are clean, grey, and black water. The experts in water damage restoration usually gauge the quality of the water involved before they proceed with the removal process.

• Category 1: Clean Water – the water originated from a clean source and does not pose hazardous effects if consumed by people. Category 1 damage is usually caused by broken water pipelines, and rainwater.
• Category 2: Grey Water – this type of water is contaminated and may cause health problems if consumed. The common causes of category 2 include overflowing dishwashers and sump pump failures. In any case, this category has huge potential to increase rapidly to category 3 in two days if left untreated.
• Category 3: Black Water – this type causes the biggest health problems. This category involves flood waters from rising rivers and ground surface water. It can contain bacteria, parasitic organisms, and even more deadly viruses.

The water damage restoration process depends on the type of water that has permeated your home. It is important to never delay treatment, especially if you’re dealing with category 3. Contact EcoPure Restoration at 858-2770-1850 or visit our website at http://www.ecopurerestoration.com/.