Understanding What Water Damage Could Do To Your Pompano Beach Business

1/26/2021 (Permalink)

Don't let water damage become a long term problem for your home or business, call the professionals. SERVPRO of Pompano Beach (954) 970-4942

Water damage accounts for many of the commercial property insurance claims each year. Many commercial property owners have dealt with water damages in one form or another. Business owners often feel qualified to deal with the cleanup on their own. Often they fail to consider that the amount of dirt and contamination in the water could be costly.

Category 1: Clean water usually comes straight from clean pipes and plumbing fixtures. Any contaminants in this water were picked up after flood water left the pipes.

Category 2: Gray water may contain urine, soapy water, and other dirt. It may come from sump pumps or the toilet.

Category 3: Black water causes the most dangerous types of damage because it may carry sewage, human waste, bacteria, and chemicals. It may come from sewage backups or flooding caused by heavy storms.

While category 1 water damage is often handled by property owners, anything else should be turned over to water damage cleanup and remediation professionals.

Why can't you handle black water damage on your own?

One of the most important reasons is the lack of preparation and training. Most property owners don't have access to the appropriate equipment and cleaning supplies to prevent contaminants from spreading. Black water can't just be dumped back into the municipal water supply. Technicians are prepared to deal with the contaminated fluids appropriately.

Health and Safety

Another reason you shouldn't handle Category 3 flood water is the potential for health risks. Physical contact with the substances in the water could cause sickness and other problems. You and the occupants in the building should stay as far away as possible.

Long-Term Damage

Black water damage, whether from a toilet overflow or heavy rains, can lead to mold growth and other long-term problems. Professionals know how to pinpoint high-risk areas in your building and will treat the property to prevent this type of trouble.

If you have water damage call the professionals. SERVPRO of Pompano Beach (954) 970-4942.