Speed is of the essence when water damage strikes. That’s because significant additional property damage, such as mold growth and major damage to wood floors, cabinets, drywall, insulation and other structural materials and contents, can occur when buildings are not dried quickly.

There are three different types of water damage, and each type must be restored appropriately. If losses are not properly treated according to the type of water loss, significant additional property damage such as mold, structural deterioration and a variety of health hazards can occur.

• Clean Water – These losses typically originate from frozen and broken pipes, ice maker hoses, failed water heaters, roof leaks, etc.
• Grey Water – This is water that has been used to clean something and therefore may contain contamination or soiling such as food, laundry soils, body soils and body oils, etc. Grey water damage generally comes from washing machines, dishwashers, tub overflows, spas, etc.
• Black Water – This category of water typically comes from toilet, sewer and septic system back-ups or overflows and contains human and/or animal waste. Black water carries thousands of disease causing viruses, bacteria and protozoa and can cause very serious illnesses if not treated properly. Learn more about our black water and sewage remediation services.