All County Environmental & Restoration

introducing

Water Damage

Water Damage What you need to know

Have the necessary tools.

1Water Categories and Examples

2Why take

precaution 3How to protect you and your

company

Water Categories: Clean, Gray and Black.

What are some sources of each water type?

1

Examples include: • Broken water supply lines• Condensation leaks• Slab leaks• Tub or sink overflows without contaminants• Melting ice or snow• Falling rainwater• Broken toilet tanks/bowls without

contaminants

Originates from a source that does not pose substantial harm to humans. Any overflow

with no contaminants, appliance malfunctions involving water supply lines,

melting ice or snow, falling rainwater, broken toilet tanks, toilet bowls that do not

contain contaminants or additives, etc.

Category 1 Clean Water

IICRC Definition

Examples include: • Discharged water from dishwashers,

washing machines• Overflows from toilet bowls with some

urine-no feces• Sump pump failures, seepage due to

hydrostatic pressure• Broken aquariums or punctured water

beds

Contains a significant level of contamination and has the potential to

cause discomfort or sickness if consumed by or exposed to humans.

Category 2 Gray Water

IICRC Definition

Examples include: • Sewage or other contaminated water

sources entering or affecting the indoor environment

• Toilet backflows that originate beyond the trap

• Flooding from seawater, ground surface water and rising water from rivers or streams

Contains pathogenic microorganisms, viruses, bacteria, fungi, toxins, pesticides, heavy metals, and organic matter. Water

that encompasses a wide range of potential contaminants in high

concentrations.

Category 3 Black Water

IICRC Definition

2 Why take precaution…..

Know what potential hazards water may carry.

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a certified water damage professional as quickly as

possible?• Thousands of microorganisms called bloodborne

pathogens flourish in water and water damaged materials. Over time, these organisms can multiply to a level that becomes hazardous to humans; therefore, time is a key factor in dealing with water damage.

Mold

• Ensure you prevent the growth of mold by contacting a professional restoration company as soon as possible.

In most cases, visible fungal growth may be expected within 24-48 hours after substrates reach sufficient moisture content.

E.Coli

WHEN BACTERIA REPRODUCE, THE GENERATION TIME IS SHORT

(MINUTES) AND IN OTHERS, IT IS QUITE LONG

(HOURS OR DAYS). E. COLI IS PARTICULARLY PROLIFIC WITH A GENERATION

TIME UNDER OPTIMUM CONDITIONS OF APPROXIMATELY 20 MINUTES.

(MEANING THERE IS A NEW GENERATION WITHIN THAT TIME FRAME.)

People who are infected with e.coli may experience stomach cramps , nausea and vomiting. Some people do not notice any symptoms. Children are more likely than adults to have symptoms. Symptoms usually start 3 or 4 days after you come in contact with the E. coli.

Pathogens Definition: Pathogenic microorganisms that are present in human blood and can cause disease in humans.

Contaminated Water may have……

Hepatitis B virus (HBV)

Human Immunodeficiency

Virus (HIV)

E. Coli Salmonella

Take Immediate

ACTIONFAST RESPONSE to water damage is an important issue, not only from the standpoint

of clean-up methodologies, but also to MINIMIZE THE ADDED EXPENSE of dealing with Category 3 problems AND THE POTENTIAL ADVERSE HEALTH ISSUES.

Avoid Cross Contamination by making sure your equipment is cleaned before and after working at a contaminated job-site!

1. Avoid walking into an affected area and walking in unaffected areas.

2. Always wear (PPE) Personal Protective Equipment to avoid health risks. 1. Gloves, Booties, Tyvek suit

3. If you have come in contact with contaminated water ensure you: 1. Wash your hands thoroughly 2. Clean all of your equipment

HOW TO PROTECT YOURSELF

Avenues of infection

• Eyes• Ingestion• Nasal mucus membranes • Open wounds and cuts• Inhalation

• Condensation line leaks• Leaks from exposed duct work

and package units• Rusted pan will eventually rust

through which can lead to mold growth in the attic insulation or drywall ceiling

• Leakage can affect ceiling, drywall and other property.

HVAC Water Damage

Main Line Blockages:

• Tree Root Intrusion• Foreign Objects• Corrosion• Grease• Broken Sewer Pipe• Collapsed Sewer• Misalligned Sewer line

Overflows caused by Main Line Back-ups

Sub-Structure Sewage Loss

• Crawl Space Floods• Basement Floods• Sewage Leak in a substructure

Caused by Pin Hole Leaks:

Leak Under a Slab:

Supply Line Leaks

3 How to protect You & your company

Ensure you are taking the proper precautions to avoid further property damage.

» Call a certified professional to ensure industry standard protocols for mitigation are properly followed.

» All County has over 15 years experience in water damage mitigation.

» As a industry leader we pride ourselves in providing a one stop shop to our clients for any water damage losses.

» Services in Contents restoration (such as photos, clothing, paintings) brought back to its pre-loss condition.

Partner with the right Professional.

All County technicians are certified professionals available to you 24 HOURS /7 DAYS A WEEK.

Industry Certifications

Environmental

Division

FULL SERVICE ENVIRONMENTAL AND RESTORATION COMPANY

Emergency Services Division

Contents Restoration

Division

Reconstruction

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All County Environmental and Restoration employs the strictest of

policies and procedures on the professionals working for our team.

With constant job training, regulation/policy briefings and quality

control measures for every department updated nearly everyday,

All County Environmental and Restoration is aggressively pursuing

an environmentally sound work ethic.

All County’s Goal

All County will eliminate your liability by properly mitigating a water damage loss.

We look forward to developing a relationship with your company and protecting your interests by acting as a risk management team. All County

will work hand in hand with you to minimize your company’s exposure to

liability when dealing with water damage, lead, asbestos, and mold

losses.

PARTNERSHIP

A PARTNER YOU CAN COUNT ON!

SPIFS

• Spifs will be delivered weekly to your Operations Managers• All jobs whether sold or not will receive a spif

• $0.00 to $300.00 - $10.00 Gift Card • Above $300.00 begins a 10%

• $300.00 - $30.00• $500.00 - $50.00• $1500.00 - $150.00• $3000.00 - $300.00

• All spifs will be given in a form of a visa • You don’t have to claim in your taxes

• Jobs Eligible for spif are: • Water Damage Mitigation• Asbestos Abatement• Lead Abatement• Mold Remediation• Reconstruction

Emergency Response

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866- 839-8049

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