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Sprinkler Water Damage: Why ‘Black’ Fire Water Stinks

Fire sprinkler water is black, stinks, and contains bacteria from decades of stagnant pipe corrosion. Here is why sprinkler discharge causes more damage than most homeowners expect — and the 3 decontamination steps required within 24 hours to prevent mold and health hazards in Houston homes.