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 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 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 | Mar 27, 2026 | Water Damage
Few things are more stressful for a Calgary homeowner than walking downstairs to find water covering the basement floor. Whether it is two inches or two feet, basement flooding in Calgary demands immediate action — and the decisions you make in the first hours...
by DKI Calgary | Jan 27, 2026 | Water Damage
Water damage is one of the most common—and costly—issues Calgary homeowners face. From burst pipes in winter to spring thaw flooding and appliance leaks, water can quickly spread through walls, floors, and personal belongings. After discovering water damage, many...
by DKI Calgary | Jan 27, 2026 | Water Damage
As winter fades and temperatures rise, many Calgary homeowners face one of the most common seasonal risks: spring thaw flooding. While warmer weather is welcome after months of cold, rapid snowmelt combined with frozen ground can overwhelm drainage systems and send...
