The Dangers of Water Damage

6/28/2016 (Permalink)

Water damage in Edina can happen for a number of reasons, including broken or burst pipes or hoses, plumbing leaks, or washing machine.

Water Damage Restoration

Water damage in Edina can happen for a number of reasons, including broken or burst pipes or hoses, plumbing leaks, a clogged toilet, washing machine overflow, moisture behind walls, foundation cracks or a leaking roof. In just moments, carpeting, baseboard, wood floors, ceilings, and walls, plus personal property can be flooded with water. Water damage happens fast and can wreak great havoc on your home, but we at SERVPRO can help you out!

When disaster hits your home, our primary goal is to restore your home plus your peace of mind as fast as possible. Our team of professional water damage technicians are caring and trained, and always ready and here for you and your family. We will be at your property quickly and are ready any day of the week and at any time. With our rapid response, walls, floors, and personal property can many times be totally restored. When you call, our staff will also give you the personal attention that you would expect and deserve.

Water Damage is Not All Alike
Three categories of water are involved in a situation with water damage. The category of water helps to determine the right water restoration method that we will use.

Category 1 water is known as white water or clean water. It is fresh water which is pumped into your home, meaning Category 1 water damage source can be broken water supply lines such as washing machine and dishwasher malfunctions that involve the water line, an overflowing sink or bathtub, or a damaged faucet. This type of water is harmless to people, but after forty-eight hours, it can turn into Category 2 water.

Category 2 water is usually referred to as gray water. It can come from wastewater in bathtubs, sinks, and showers, plus water which is discharged by washing machines and dishwashers. It includes the wastewater as well which hasn’t come into contact with human waste. Category 2 water damage happens when one of these appliances malfunctions. It will likely have a good amount of contamination and can pose a health risk. Because of the fast growth of mold and bacteria, this category of water becomes a Category 3 if it is left untreated for two or more days.

Category 3 water is also known as black water. The main source of this is sewage. It also happens during a flood because of the potential for chemicals in fertilizers, ground debris, animal waste and other areas that have contamination. Blackwater has toxins or organisms that can cause disease, and it is totally unsanitary.

Since every water damage situation is different and involves various safety categories of water, we offer a complete range of services to cover water damage cleanup projects of any scope or size.

When you experience Edina water damage of any kind, quickly give us a call at SERVPRO of Minnetonka by dialing (952) 473-4837. We will come to your property, assess your damages and draw up a plan for remediation so that we can restore your home back to normal as quickly as possible.