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Types of Water Damage:
Clean Water (Category 1)
- Potable/drinkable water
- Poses no health risk to occupants
- Most items are salvageable
- Need to be concerned about cross-contamination
Gray Water (Category 2)
- Non-potable/Non-drinkable water
- Clean water becomes Category 2 in 72 hours
- Supports microbial growth
- Needs more evaluation than Category 1
- Porous items may need to be replaced
- Non-porous items must be cleaned and sanitized
Black Water (Category 3)
- Unsanitary water: sewer damage, flooding from ground water
- May contain pathogens
- Gray Water becomes Category 3 in 72 hours
- All porous items must be discarded
- All remaining items must be cleaned and sanitized
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Recent Customer Questions
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If I have mold, won’t I see it?
Not necessarily, because mold can grow, indeed thrives, in the following out-of-sight areas: Inside heating and air conditioning systems Inside duct work Behind drywall Just under wallpaper…
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I was suddenly taken ill by allergies and was looking for possible culprits in my environment. A Class 4 mold (the highest concentration) was found…Additional Info
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