800.3MAXONS MAXONS.COM Water Damage Restoration Water damage can be caused by a variety of sources including flooding, burst or leaky pipes, fire hoses and accumulated moisture and humidity. Water damages can impact every element of your property and only worsens with prolonged exposure. Maxons’ water damage restoration techniques vary greatly depending on the water classification. It is important to know what classification of water you are dealing with before you begin the cleanup process. Types of Water • Clean Water - This type of water damage does not pose a health risk to humans and is water from domestic supply lines. An overflowing sink, tub or leaky appliance are examples of Clean Water damages. • Grey Water - Refers to water that contains degrees of chemical, biological or physical contaminants. This can lead to sickness in humans and animals if consumed or exposed. Toilet bowls, dishwashers and washing machine leaks are the most common kinds of Grey Water. • Black Water - This classification contains highly unsanitary agents such as bacteria and fungus which can lead to severe illness. This classification is most rare and comes mainly from sewage, seawater, and contaminated river or stream water. Maxons’ Water Damage Restoration Process Once the water type and the extent of the damage have been determined, Maxons will begin a six- step process of removing the water and preventing further damage. 1. Inspection and Assessment 2. Water Removal 3. Drying: Air Movement 4. Drying: Dehumidification 5. Anti-Microbial Application 6. Drying: Monitoring

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Water Damage Restoration Water damage can be caused by a variety of sources including flooding, burst or leaky pipes, fire hoses and accumulated moisture and humidity. Water damages can impact every element of your property and only worsens with prolonged exposure. Maxons’ water damage restoration techniques vary greatly depending on the water classification. It is important to know what classification of water you are dealing with before you begin the cleanup process.

Types of Water

• Clean Water - This type of water damage does not pose a health risk to humans and is water

from domestic supply lines. An overflowing sink, tub or leaky appliance are examples of Clean Water damages.

• Grey Water - Refers to water that contains degrees of chemical, biological or physical contaminants. This can lead to sickness in humans and animals if consumed or exposed. Toilet bowls, dishwashers and washing machine leaks are the most common kinds of Grey Water.

• Black Water - This classification contains highly unsanitary agents such as bacteria and fungus which can lead to severe illness. This classification is most rare and comes mainly from sewage, seawater, and contaminated river or stream water.

Maxons’ Water Damage Restoration Process Once the water type and the extent of the damage have been determined, Maxons will begin a six-step process of removing the water and preventing further damage.

1. Inspection and Assessment 2. Water Removal

3. Drying: Air Movement 4. Drying: Dehumidification 5. Anti-Microbial Application

6. Drying: Monitoring