Water Damage
When your business experiences water damage , you undoubtedly feel stressed. That stress is exacerbated when the spill originates from an unclean source and presents a danger to you and any workers who frequent the building. But how do you know that the water leak you are dealing with is unhygienic? What should you do if you know your commercial building has contaminated water damage? How can you prevent unclean water leaks? Prior to answering the last two questions, you should understand how water leakage/flooding is classified. Category 1 water typically comes from water supply lines or sink or tub overflows; it does not represent a significant risk to your health. However, “clean water” can easily become Category 2 or 3 water if it sits in an area for too long, particularly since contaminants like mold or mildew can set in between 24-48 hours. Category 2 water, or “ grey water,” contains harmful pollutants that can cause illness upon contact or if ingested. Some causes o...