The Hidden Dangers of Category 3 Water in Your Home or Business

Serving The Woodlands, Spring, Conroe, Magnolia, Tomball, Cypress, Willis, Montgomery, and North Harris County

When disaster strikes and water enters your property, not all water is created equal. At Boone's Restoration Technologies, we’ve seen firsthand the devastating impact that Category 3 Water — also known as “black water” — can have on homes, businesses, and the people inside them.

It’s not just about cleanup — it’s about protecting your health, your property, and your peace of mind.

What Is Category 3 Water?

Category 3 Water is the most hazardous classification of water intrusion, according to IICRC standards. It’s grossly contaminated and may contain harmful pathogens, toxic chemicals, and biological waste. Even simple skin contact or breathing in particles from this water can cause serious illness.

Common sources include:

• Sewage backups

• Overflow from toilets containing feces

• Floodwaters from hurricanes, rivers, or creeks

• Standing water that has developed mold or bacteria

Why It’s So Dangerous

At Boone’s, we respond to every Category 3 water incident with urgency — and here’s why:

1. Severe Health Hazards

Black water can carry dangerous microorganisms, including:

• Bacteria, viruses, and parasites

• Fungi and mold spores

• Risk of illnesses like hepatitis, respiratory infections, and gastrointestinal disorders

2. Mold Growth & Air Quality Risks

Within 24–48 hours, black water can cause aggressive mold growth, which damages surfaces and releases spores into the air — worsening asthma, allergies, and breathing conditions.

3. Structural Damage

Porous building materials like drywall, wood, insulation, and carpet absorb black water quickly. Once contaminated, these materials usually need to be completely removed to prevent long-term structural and microbial damage.

4. Lingering Airborne Contamination

Even after water is extracted, harmful biological particles may linger in the air — making your home or business unsafe without proper remediation.

What to Do If You Suspect Category 3 Water

🚫 Do not attempt cleanup yourself.
This is a job for trained professionals with proper equipment, PPE, and containment methods.

At Boone's Restoration Technologies, we’ve been handling biohazard-level water damage for over 25 years.

If you suspect Category 3 water:

• Evacuate the area if safe

• Avoid contact with water or contaminated materials

• Call Boone’s immediately at (281) 444-5959

Our Certified Team Will:

✅ Rapidly assess and contain the situation
✅ Extract all contaminated water
✅ Remove and properly dispose of affected materials
✅ Disinfect, sanitize, and dry your space
✅ Provide air quality testing and post-remediation peace of mind

We’re Your Local Experts in Water Damage & Mold Remediation

Boone’s proudly serves The Woodlands, Spring, Conroe, Magnolia, Tomball, Cypress, Willis, Montgomery, and North Harris County with 24/7 emergency response.

Our team is certified, experienced, and equipped with the latest restoration technology to safely return your property to its original condition — or better.

🛑 Don’t Take Risks With Category 3 Water

Let Boone’s handle it safely, thoroughly, and professionally.

📞 Call us today at (281) 444-5959
🌐 Or request an inspection at www.boonesrestoration.com

Your safety is our top priority — and we’ll restore your property like it never happened.