How Bad is Your Water Damage?

10/2/2023 (Permalink)

A Basement Flooded with Water

Water damage can be devastating to your property and your health. Mold can start growing within 24-48 hours of water damage, so it's important to act quickly. SERVPRO is here to help 24/7/365.

We specialize in water damage restoration and emergency water extraction. We have the professional water removal equipment and drying equipment to get the job done as quickly as possible. We live by our slogan, "Like it never even happened."

There are three categories of water damage:

• Category 1: Clean water
• Category 2: Gray water
• Category 3: Black water

Category 1 water is the least contaminated and can be caused by a broken clean water line. Category 2 water is moderately contaminated and can be caused by a leaky dishwasher or washing machine. Category 3 water is the most contaminated and can be caused by a sewage backup or flood water.

Even if your water damage starts out as Category 1, it can quickly become Category 2 or 3 if it is not cleaned up quickly. Dirty carpet or soil can also contaminate your water damage.

The longer water stands on your property, the worse the contamination will become. This means that SERVPRO will need to use more aggressive measures to clean your structure and property. In some cases, soft furnishings, such as carpet, padding, or furniture, may need to be discarded for your safety.

Water damage can be expensive, but it's important to remember that preventing mold growth is even more expensive. If you have water damage, call SERVPRO immediately at 818-882-4556. We will help you get your property dry and safe as quickly as possible.