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Reviewed August 29, 2026 · U.S. national pricing

Water Damage Restoration Cost Calculator

Estimate water extraction and drying by contamination category, then add only the rebuild area you expect to replace.

WATER DAMAGE CALCULATOR

Separate the dry-out from the rebuild.

Restoration quotes often mix two different bills: mitigation/extraction and later reconstruction. RepairGauge prices them separately so the total is easier to understand.

No email requiredCategory-based ratesNo hidden severity multiplier

Live estimate$900–$1,200View result ↓

How much area is affected?

Use the approximate floor area reached by the loss. A rough measurement is enough for planning.

Affected area (square feet)Quick picks:

What kind of water is it?

Published extraction and drying rates rise with contamination category.

Water categoryCurrent planning rate: $3–$4 per affected sq ft for extraction, mitigation and drying.

Is water still standing or pooled?

Will materials need rebuilding?

Drying and reconstruction are separate scopes. Enter only the approximate area of drywall, flooring or finishes you expect may need replacement.

Estimated rebuild area optionalRebuild planning rate: $20–$37 per sq ft. Leave at 0 if you only want the mitigation/drying range.

Location

State and ZIP are recorded for context only; no unsupported local price multiplier is applied.

StateZIP code optional

Safety first

Active flooding, electrical hazards, sewage, mold growth or structural instability can require immediate professional or emergency action.

YOUR PLANNING RANGEUpdates as you edit

$900 to $1,200

Midpoint$1,050

LocationFlorida

National pricing model
State and ZIP are shown for context but do not alter the price yet. Local adjustments will be introduced only when RepairGauge has enough reviewed quote data to support them.

Estimate inputs

Affected area300 sq ft

Water categoryCategory 1 · clean water

Standing / pooled waterNo / already extracted

Estimated rebuild areanone entered

LocationFlorida

The result combines the category-based mitigation range with the rebuild area you entered. Plumbing repair, mold remediation, contents, temporary housing and insurance deductibles are not included.

Planning estimate only. A site inspection, actual quantities, local labor, permits, engineering and hidden conditions can materially change a real bid.

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OPTIONAL NEXT STEP

Want local provider options?

Your estimate is already complete. Continue only if you want RepairGauge to look for relevant providers. Your contact details stay with RepairGauge unless you later approve a specific introduction.

Specific provider approval firstNo obligation to hireYour estimate stays free

RepairGauge may be compensated if an approved introduction leads to business. Compensation never changes the calculator result or gives a provider automatic access to your details.

2026 cost reference

These are the reviewed unit and project ranges used by the calculator. The model does not hide state, ZIP, access or severity multipliers behind the result.

Line itemPlanning range

Typical restoration project$1,383–$6,369

Broad published project range$450–$16,000

Category 1 · clean water mitigation$3–$4 / sq ft

Category 2 · gray water mitigation$4–$6.50 / sq ft

Category 3 · black water mitigation$7–$7.50 / sq ft

Rebuild / reconstruction$20–$37 / rebuilt sq ft

Use the range for comparison, not diagnosis

A browser tool cannot inspect structure, moisture pathways, contamination, code requirements or hidden conditions. Use the estimate to understand order of magnitude and to normalize competing written scopes.

Frequently asked questions

Why does RepairGauge separate mitigation from rebuilding?

Extraction and drying are one scope; replacing drywall, flooring, trim and other finishes is another. Keeping them separate makes it easier to understand what a contractor quote actually includes.

Does standing water add another fee in the calculator?

No. The category-based mitigation rates already cover extraction and drying work, so RepairGauge avoids double-counting a second generic extraction charge.

When should I get immediate professional help?

Active flooding, sewage, electrical hazards, structural instability or widespread contamination can be urgent. The calculator is not a safety assessment.

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These figures may be quoted with attribution and a link back to this page. Review date: August 29, 2026.