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 FLOOD DAMAGE
Waking up to an unexpected saturated carpet can be a very stressful situation, but knowing that there are very experienced, qualified serviceman prepared to restore your home to its calm and healthy environment should be very reassuring. Flood damage can take your home by surprise usually at a very inconvenient time. This service
will always take priority because of the damage that water can cause.
CLASSIFICATIONS
Flood damage has its different degrees of severity usually based on the water source:
A. Fresh water - Rain water is a good example of the cleanest or least contaminated water, although given enough time to settle and sit stagnant it can cause the beginning stages of bacteria. Fresh water damage should be attended to within 48 hrs in order to control and maintain a healthy environment.
B. Grey water - Water that has been stagnant for approximately 48 hours. Contaminants are more consistent and create an unhealthy environment. Sources can be broken or frozen pipes, blocked drains or malfunctioning appliances. At this stage mildew and bacterial growth become more rapid and attention should become a priority to control property damage and health risk.
C. Black water - Raw sewage already contains micro organisms that are hazardous to human health. Exposure should be kept to a minimum. If contact is unavoidable, frequent washing is recommended.
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