Category 1, 2, and 3 Water: Understanding Biohazard Risks
Not all water damage is the same. Learn the IICRC classifications of Category 1 (Clean), 2 (Grey), and 3 (Black) water and the health risks of sewage.
February 11, 2026
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Not all water damage is the same. Learn the IICRC classifications of Category 1 (Clean), 2 (Grey), and 3 (Black) water and the health risks of sewage.
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