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Most single-home jobs run $2,000 to $6,000, according to HomeGuide's 2026 cost guide. A small leak caught early can be $150 to $500. Clean water runs $4 to $6 per square foot, gray water $6 to $9 and outside flood water $9 to $12. Storm surge sits at the top because drywall, insulation and flooring it touches usually come out.

Drying usually takes three to five days after extraction. Florida's humid air slows evaporation, and water trapped under tile on a slab can add a day or two. The crew takes readings each day and stops when the materials match dry areas of the same home. Rebuilding drywall and floors comes after that.

No. A standard Florida homeowners policy excludes outside flood water, including storm surge. Flood damage is paid by a separate flood policy, such as one through FEMA's National Flood Insurance Program. Sudden leaks inside the home, such as a burst supply line, are often covered under the homeowners policy. Your policy wording decides it.

Shut off the main water valve if a pipe or appliance is leaking. Turn off power at the breaker for any wet room, and stay out of standing water near outlets. Take photos and video of every wet area before moving furniture. Lift rugs, cushions and papers off wet floors if it is safe.