Water damage and mold removal costs in Miami
These are typical cost ranges drawn from national pricing data, so you have a sense of scale before the crew arrives. Your actual price depends on what we find on site.
No two water jobs are the same. The category of water, how far it spread, how long it sat and what it soaked into all move the number up or down. Use the ranges below as a guide, not a quote. We walk the job, map the moisture and give you a final price after an on-site look, before work beyond the emergency steps begins.
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Water extraction and drying
Extraction pulls standing water out, and drying removes what soaked into floors, walls and cabinets. Dirtier water costs more per square foot because more material comes out and more cleaning goes in.
| What is priced | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Clean water extraction only, per sq ft | $3.80 to $4.20 |
| Clean water extraction and drying, per sq ft | $4.10 to $5.85 |
| Gray water extraction and drying, per sq ft | $6.15 to $8.80 |
| Small Class 1 drying job, part of one room | $165 to $385 |
| Class 3 drying job, water from overhead | $1,140 to $2,860 |
Water damage restoration totals
Totals cover extraction, drying and the basic repairs that follow. Most homes and condo units land in the middle row.
| What is priced | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Small clean-water job | $470 to $1,360 |
| Most residential jobs | $1,410 to $6,240 |
| Large loss, a full floor or more | $6,410 to $15,780 |
| Category 1 restoration, per sq ft | $3.10 to $3.95 |
| Category 2 restoration, per sq ft | $4.15 to $6.35 |
Sewage and flood cleanup
Sewage and rising flood water are Category 3, which means porous materials usually come out and every surface is cleaned and disinfected.
| What is priced | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Black water extraction only, per sq ft | $7.05 to $7.45 |
| Category 3 restoration, per sq ft | $7.10 to $7.40 |
| Flood water extraction and drying, per sq ft | $9.20 to $11.75 |
| Sewage cleanup, per sq ft | $7.20 to $14.65 |
| Sewage cleanup, per job | $2,140 to $14,870 |
Mold inspection and testing
Our inspection is a walk-through with moisture meters and thermal imaging to find growth and its cause. Air and surface testing, and clearance testing after removal, are done by an independent assessor and lab, who set their own fees.
| What is priced | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Mold inspection, average home | $315 to $640 |
| Mold inspection, condo unit or mid-size home | $420 to $760 |
| Standalone inspection visit | $465 to $790 |
| Large home with widespread growth | $660 to $985 |
| Testing and clearance sampling | Set by the independent assessor |
Mold remediation
Remediation price follows the size of the affected area, how much containment it needs and what has to be removed.
| What is priced | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Small area, 10 to 100 sq ft | $520 to $1,470 |
| Typical remediation job | $1,540 to $5,860 |
| Partial attic remediation | $1,560 to $5,920 |
| AC air handler and duct mold work | $2,090 to $9,780 |
| Whole-house remediation | $15,300 to $29,450 |
Equipment and labor
Drying equipment is usually billed per unit per day, and labor by the hour. These day rates come from regional estimating data and vary by job.
| What is priced | Typical range |
|---|---|
| Air mover, per unit per day | $23 to $34 |
| LGR dehumidifier, per day | $87 to $122 |
| Desiccant dehumidifier, per day | $155 to $245 |
| Restoration labor, per hour | $72 to $195 |
| Emergency call fee | $55 to $190 |
Six things that change a restoration bill
Water category
Clean water from a supply line costs the least to handle. Gray water and sewage mean more removal, more cleaning and more protective gear.
How much got wet
One damp corner is a small job. A full room of soaked carpet and pad, or water that came through the ceiling, needs far more equipment.
How long it sat
Water left more than a day or two means more swollen drywall, more tear-out and a higher chance of mold, all of which add to the bill.
Floors and materials
Tile and terrazzo dry differently from carpet, and hardwood, plaster and concrete need longer specialty drying.
Building access
High-rise units can add time for elevator bookings, building rules and work in the units above or below.
Mold size and containment
Small patches need light containment. Larger areas need full plastic containment with an airlock and HEPA air scrubbers.
Cost questions
Can you give me an exact price over the phone?
We can give you a rough range once we know the water source and the size of the wet area. The final price comes after the crew walks the job and maps the moisture, because hidden water changes the scope.
Why does sewage cleanup cost so much more than a clean-water leak?
Sewage is Category 3 water and can carry pathogens. Wet carpet, pad and lower drywall usually have to be removed, and every surface is cleaned and disinfected, which adds labor, disposal and protective equipment.
Can I sign my insurance benefits over to you?
For residential and commercial property policies issued on or after January 1, 2023, Florida law makes an assignment of post-loss benefits void. The claim stays between you and your insurer, and we give you the photos, logs and scope to support it.
Why do dehumidifiers often carry a minimum number of days?
Structural drying takes more than one day in most cases, so dehumidifiers are commonly billed with a three-day minimum. The daily log shows when the materials reach dry readings and the units can come out.
Is mold testing part of the removal price?
No. Testing and clearance sampling are done by an independent assessor and lab and billed by them. The CDC does not recommend routine mold testing at home, so testing is not always needed before removal.
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