Black Water Contamination in Norfolk Home?

8/23/2021 (Permalink)

We respond to sewer emergencies 24-hours a day in Madison County.

Do you know the three categories for contaminated water? Sewer water is listed as category 3 “black water,” and is grossly unsanitary. When your sewer system backs up, you can count on SERVPRO^® of Norfolk’s technicians to safely clean and restore you home or business.

Category 1: "Clean Water"

This is water from a clean source, such as a broken clean water supply line or faucet.

• If left untreated can degrade into category 2 or 3

Category 2: "Gray Water"

This water has a significant level of contamination that could cause health effects if ingested. Sources for category 2 water may include washing machine overflow, toilet overflow with some urine but no feces, or dishwasher overflow.

• May contain bacteria and viruses
• Can quickly degrade into category 3 if left untreated

Category 3: "Black Water"

This water is grossly unsanitary and could cause severe health effects if ingested. Any contact should be avoided.

• May contain untreated sewage, harsh chemicals, and microbes
• Water from flooding rivers or sewer backup

Call Us Today!

When you need sewage cleanup and restoration services for your Norfolk home or business, SERVPRO^® of Norfolk is Here to Help. ® Our technicians are on-call 24-hours a day to respond to water damage emergencies and typically arrive onsite within four hours of your call. Call us today at 402-370-2460.

Franchises are Independently Owned and Operated.