What is a Category 1 in Water Damage

2/7/2017 (Permalink)

Water from a broken pipe

Water damage is not fun and there are different levels of water contamination:

Category 1 Water - Refers to a source of water that does not pose a substantial threat to humans and classified as "Clean Water". Examples are broken water supply lines, tub or sink overflows or appliance malfunctions that

Refers to a source of water that does not pose a substantial threat to humans and is classified as "Clean Water". Examples in this category are broken water supply lines, tub or sink overflows or appliance malfunctions that involve water supply lines.

1. A broken water supply line, burst pipe is the most common. 

2. A tub or sink overflows or appliance malfunctions that involve water supply lines. A water heater leaking or breaking is one of the most common. 

3. A toilet overflow that is just water is also a category 1.