Water damage in a property can occur due to various reasons. Some of the most common causes include:
Water damage is typically classified into three categories based on the source of the water, the extent of contamination, and the potential health risks it poses. These categories are:
* Caused by clean sources such as broken water pipes
* Can result in minor damage with minimal clean-up and restoration effort
* Does not pose significant health risks
* Caused by sources that may contain contaminants, such as washing machines or dishwashers
* Can cause moderate damage and may require sanitization or disinfection
* May pose some health risks if not properly handled
* Caused by heavily contaminated sources, such as sewage or floodwaters
* Can cause severe damage and requires extensive restoration efforts
* Poses significant health risks and should be handled by professionals