Water Damage Tools
Water Category Guide (Category 1, 2 & 3)
Learn how clean, gray, and black water differ, and why the category changes what should be removed.
Reference tool coming soon
We're building this reference tool now. Here's what it will cover.
You'll enter
- Water source
- Time since loss
- Visible contamination
You'll get
- Likely category (1, 2, or 3)
- What it usually means for materials
Note: Do not encourage DIY handling of hazardous contamination.
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Disclaimer: Calculators and information on this site are provided for educational and estimating purposes only. Results do not determine insurance coverage, claim payments, repair requirements, or professional recommendations.