Water Mitigation

Category 1 clean water from supply lines and faucets. Category 2 gray water from washing machines and dishwashers. Category 3 black water from sewage backup and flooding. Water categories can degrade over time if untreated.

Class 1 minimal damage to part of a room. Class 2 significant damage with water wicking up walls. Class 3 extensive damage with saturated ceilings and walls. Class 4 specialty drying for hardwood, plaster, and concrete.

Plumbing leaks, appliance failure, roof leaks, flooding, sewage backup, HVAC condensation, foundation seepage, and storm-driven rain.

Immediate water extraction, source identification and shutoff, safety assessment for electrical hazards, initial damage documentation, and emergency containment.

Air mover placement, commercial dehumidifier deployment, moisture monitoring with meters, daily drying logs, temperature and humidity tracking, and equipment adjustment.

Truck-mounted extractors for water removal, centrifugal air movers for evaporation, LGR and desiccant dehumidifiers, HEPA air scrubbers, moisture meters and thermal imaging cameras, injectidry systems for wall cavities.

Sudden and accidental water damage is typically covered. Gradual leaks and maintenance issues may be excluded. Flood damage requires separate flood insurance. Coverage for mitigation costs, structural drying, and content restoration.

Pre-existing damage vs new damage, gradual leak vs sudden loss, mold coverage limitations, scope of demolition needed, drying equipment duration and placement disputes.

Mold growth can begin within 24-48 hours. Black water exposure risks from bacteria and pathogens. Electrical hazards from standing water. Structural collapse risk from saturated materials. Respiratory issues from mold spores and contaminated air.

Regular plumbing inspections, water leak detection devices, sump pump maintenance, roof and gutter maintenance, appliance hose replacement, water heater inspection, foundation waterproofing.