Water Damage Classification in New Jersey

Classifying water damage involves determining saturation levels and the overall extent of water damage. This step aids in the insurance claim and restoration processes. At PDQ Fire & Water Damage Restoration, we're experts in water damage classification that ensures the proper water damage restoration approach.

Our water damage classification also assesses drying methods. We also perform water damage categorization to determine levels of water contamination. We're IICRC-certified and available in Sparta, Boonton, Randolph, and more New Jersey cities. Call or contact us online to reach our PDQ experts today.

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Types of Water Damage Classifications

Degrees of water damage require various approaches to ensure effective restoration. We classify water damage based on severity and saturation levels, which help guide our comprehensive restoration process.


Appliance leak water damage

Minimal Damage:

  • Characterized by minimal water absorption, affecting a small area.
  • Straightforward restoration with minimal moisture in materials.

Water extraction machine with yellow pipe

Significant Damage:

  • Involves substantial water absorption, affecting larger areas.
  • Essential drying and restoration to prevent mold growth.

Badly damaged house by water

Extensive Damage:

  • Severe damage with water absorbed into walls, ceilings, and subflooring.
  • Requires advanced equipment and thorough drying to prevent structural damage.

Water drying equipments

Professional Drying:

  • Involves porous materials like hardwood floors or concrete. Requires specialized drying techniques and equipment.
Burst pipe, appliance leak and water damaged wood floor

Our Residential & Commercial Damage Restoration in Warren

At PDQ Fire & Water Damage Restoration, we serve residential and commercial clients. We specialize in efficient and effective water damage restoration for homes or businesses, including:

Trust Us to Classify and Restore Your Water Damage in Somerset

PDQ Fire & Water Damage Restoration has the efficient restoration response and solutions you need. services. We're the fast-responding, locally owned and operated provider of the most effective water damage restoration. We provide free estimates and insurance claim assistance. Call 973-447-3363 or contact us online to book an appointment with a PDQ water damage specialist.

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Mendham, NJ

PDQ technicians arrived on site within 1 hour and immediately began extracting the water. They addressed the contents and then proceeded to the carpeting and drywall. PDQ was able to successfully dry the carpeting and walls without having to remove t...

Mendham, NJ

PDQ came to the scene and documented all areas that were affected by the water. Once PDQ was certain that the burst pipe was completely fixed they brought in equipment to suck up all of the standing water. After, affected contents were documented and...

Kinnelon, NJ

PDQ immediately arrived on site and set up containment and removed the shower wall as well as part of the ceiling downstairs. Sprayed antimicrobial and cleaned the affected areas. Setup equipment such as air scrubbers, dehumidifiers and air movers to...

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Warren, NJ

your guys were fantastic... thanks for getting all the water out of bathroom and making it dry

Hopatcong, NJ

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Summit, NJ

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PDQ responded quickly and professionally to a flood in my basement. One of the easiest experiences I have had so far. Will recommend to anyone that deals with flood damage! Worked well with my insurance company as well.

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