How To Handle Category 1 Water Damage Cleanup

5/10/2020 (Permalink)

Category 1 Water Damage comes from a clean water source, a fresh water line for a refrigerator

If you are dealing with water damage in your building in Buckingham, PA, it’s important to understand what type of water has caused the damage. Water from a clean water source, such as a broken pipe or a crack in the supply line, is called Category 1 water damage.
You may be tempted to think that you can clean up the damage without professional help. Granted, if the water is limited to a small area that is safe from electrical connections, you may be able to handle the situation yourself. If the water covers a large area, however, you need to call a water restoration service to assess the damage. Any pooled water that is not handled quickly can deteriorate into a more hazardous category.

How Do Professionals Handle Category 1 Water Damage?

The water restoration professionals can safely assess the situation and help you salvage as much as possible. They will:

• Locate all electrical and other safety hazards
  
• Find the clean water source and stop it completely
  
• Move small items out of the water and cover larger items to protect them
  
• Remove water using professional equipment
  
• Install fans to dry the area completely
  
  

Moisture can collect in drywall and plaster as well, so it needs to be inspected carefully for water damage before mold has a chance to grow.
After the area is completely dried and inspected, the restoration personnel will thoroughly clean the area and then apply disinfectants and deodorizers to all affected surfaces. Since mold and bacteria grow very fast in a wet and warm environment, it must be handled safely and quickly.
If carpeting, furniture, or equipment need to be disposed of, the professionals will discard it safely, being mindful of the environment.
You may think that clean water damage will not pose a threat to your business, but if it isn’t handled quickly and professionally, it can turn into a huge problem.