Water mitigation cost (2026)
| Situation | Typical cost* |
|---|---|
| Dry out one room, clean water (3 days) | $900 – $1,800 |
| Two to three rooms, with drywall flood cut (3–4 days) | $2,500 – $5,000 |
| Finished basement, extraction + drying (4–5 days) | $4,000 – $7,500 |
*Typical GTA ranges, before 13% HST. Your exact price depends on what we find on site. Insurance jobs are written in Xactimate at the adjuster's approved Toronto price list.
Water damage drying cost: equipment per day
| Equipment | Typical GTA price* | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| Air mover | $30 – $50 per day | 1 per 50–70 sq ft of wet floor |
| Commercial LGR dehumidifier | $100 – $175 per day | 1 per 400–600 sq ft |
| HEPA air scrubber | $90 – $140 per day | Sewage, mould or occupied homes |
| Cavity drying system (walls, cabinets) | $80 – $110 per day | Behind cabinets and in walls |
| Monitoring visit with moisture readings | $100 – $150 per visit | Daily until dry |
How much does it cost to dry out water damage?
Multiply the equipment by the drying days and add the readings. A typical bedroom with wet carpet and drywall needs about 3 air movers and 1 dehumidifier for 3 days: roughly $900 to $1,800 including set-up and monitoring. A finished basement needs 10 or more air movers and 2 dehumidifiers for 4 to 5 days. See how long drying takes.
What a water mitigation estimate should include
- Moisture map and photos of every wet area.
- Water category (clean, grey or sewage) and the source.
- Equipment count, number of days and daily monitoring.
- What will be removed (pad, drywall, insulation) and why.
- A final dry report with readings, which your insurer will ask for.
Our estimates are written in Xactimate, the same software adjusters use. See our water damage restoration service.