by DKI Calgary | May 31, 2026 | Water Damage
Quick answer: The IICRC S500 standard classifies water damage into three categories based on contamination level. Category 1 is clean water from a sanitary source like a broken supply line. Category 2 (“grey water”) contains some contamination — think...
by DKI Calgary | May 31, 2026 | Water Damage
Quick answer: After a Calgary basement flood, throw out anything porous that touched contaminated water — drywall, insulation, particleboard, mattresses, upholstered furniture, and food packaging. Save hard, non-porous items like glass, metal, sealed electronics, and...
by DKI Calgary | May 28, 2026 | Water Damage
Sewer backup is one of the most disruptive forms of water damage a Calgary homeowner can face — and one of the most misunderstood when it comes to insurance, cleanup costs, and what counts as a DIY problem versus a regulated biohazard. Whether you’re in...
by DKI Calgary | Apr 30, 2026 | Fire Damage
A house fire is one of the most devastating experiences a Calgary homeowner can face. In minutes, flames can tear through a property, and even after the fire department leaves, the damage continues — smoke residue corrodes surfaces, water from firefighting efforts...
by DKI Calgary | Apr 27, 2026 | News
When disaster strikes your Calgary home — whether it is a burst pipe flooding the basement, hail tearing through your roof, or a kitchen fire leaving smoke damage in every room — one of the most important decisions you will make is choosing the right restoration...
