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Water Damage Restoration Cost 2026

Emergency water extraction and drying, priced per sq ft and by water contamination category — act within 24–48 hours.

$1,450 – $1,950 for 500 sq ft
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Pricing by Tier

National average pricing — per sq ft, extraction + drying.

TierPriceNotes
Clean Water (Category 1) $2.90–$3.90/sq ft Supply line or appliance leak — no contamination
Gray Water (Category 2) $3.68–$5.19/sq ft Washing machine or dishwasher overflow
Black Water (Category 3) $4.93–$7.41/sq ft Sewage or flooding — highest contamination risk

What to Know

  • ✓Act within 24–48 hours — mold growth risk increases significantly after that window
  • ✓Structural drying (walls opened) adds $700–$950; mold prevention treatment (needed after 72+ hours) adds $350–$460
  • ✓Furniture/contents pack-out and cleaning adds $280–$380 if belongings were affected
  • ✓Large losses (1,000+ sq ft or multiple areas) typically need a separate full restoration estimate for drywall and flooring, on top of extraction and drying

Water Damage Restoration Cost by State

California$2,030–$2,730
New York$2,059–$2,769
Texas$1,523–$2,048
Florida$1,523–$2,048
Illinois$1,711–$2,301
Washington$1,914–$2,574
Colorado$1,769–$2,379
Arizona$1,566–$2,106

FAQs

How much does water damage restoration cost?

For a 500 sq ft affected area, clean water extraction and drying costs $1,450–$1,950. Gray water costs $1,840–$2,595, and black water (sewage) costs $2,465–$3,705 due to the extra contamination protocols required.

What's the difference between clean, gray, and black water?

Clean water comes from a supply line or appliance and poses no health risk. Gray water (washing machine, dishwasher overflow) may be mildly contaminated. Black water (sewage, flooding) is highly contaminated and requires the most extensive protective measures.

How fast do I need to act on water damage?

Within 24–48 hours — mold can begin growing after that window, which can add mold prevention or remediation costs on top of the water damage restoration.

Will insurance cover water damage restoration?

Sudden water damage from a burst pipe or appliance failure is often covered by homeowner's insurance, while gradual leaks or flood damage (which requires separate flood insurance) typically are not. Document everything with photos before cleanup begins.

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