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Alec's Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning |
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Providing quality service for over 35 years. |
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Water Type |
Description |
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Clean |
Originates from a source that does not pose substantial harm to humans.
Portable water, broken water supply lines, tub or sink overflows with no contaminants, falling rainwater or snow, broken toilet tanks and bowls.
*untreated category 1 water typically within days becomes category 2 water |
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Gray |
Contains a significant level of contamination and has the potential to cause discomfort or sickness if consumed by or exposed to humans. May carry microorganisms, chemicals and other forms of contamination.
Discharge from dishwashers or laundry machines, seepage due to hydrostatic pressure, broken aquariums and punctured water beds, overflows from toilet bowls with some urine but not feces.
*untreated category 2 water within days becomes category 3 water |
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Black |
Contains pathogenic agents, gram-negative bacteria being the most common, and is grossly unsanitary. Sewage and other contaminated water sources entering or affecting the indoor environment.
Toilet backflows from beyond the toilet trap, flooding from seawater, ground surface water and rising water from rivers or streams. Such water may carry chemicals, pesticides, silt, organic matter and other toxic substances.
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Ignorance - greatest damage
Here's why it's so important to act fast!
WITHIN MINUTES
-Water contamination spreads to unaffected areas
-Moister sensitive surfaces swell and disfigure
-Furniture stains appear on carpeting and are usually permanent
-Paper goods and records are ruined
-Rust stains appear on carpeting and other surfaces
-Drapery fabrics that contact water may develop permanent watermarks
WITHIN HOURS
-Pre-existing moisture related problems are activated, such as urine, etc.
-Drywall softens and warps
-Cellulosic browning may occur on natural fabrics and/or fibers
-Foam cushion (pad) can begin to disintegrate
-Bacterial odor problems begin to develop
Wood furniture, in contact with water, can become permanently ruined due to discoloration and swelling
WITHIN DAYS
-Mildew and biological growth takes place ; odors begin to permeate the structure
-Wood floors are warped and ruined
-Glue down and double stick installations begin to come loose
-Woven carpet installations could shrink
-Delamination of tufted carpet is possible
-Vinyl floor coverings can permanently discolor, adhesives can break down
-Componentry inside pianos and organs begin to swell from moisture
-Allergies and asthma can be aggravated
WITHIN WEEKS
-Structural integrity of interior wall members, sub floors, and ceiling installations can be permanently damaged
-Mildew can permanently stain/damage natural materials
-Serious health hazards to occupants of buildings have developed