Water damage repair is the rebuild that follows drying. It should start only after moisture readings show the framing and slab are dry. Closing a wall too soon traps moisture behind new drywall, and in Florida's humidity that is how mold comes back months later.
Most repairs in Florida homes are drywall along the base of the walls, baseboards, tile or laminate floors, and kitchen or bathroom cabinet bases. Drywall on block walls usually gets a straight cut a little above the wet line, so new board can be set and taped cleanly. Tile on a slab can often be saved if the grout and thinset held, while laminate that swelled at the seams has to be replaced.
Replacing drywall, wiring, plumbing or flooring after water damage often needs a permit. Homes inside city limits get it from the city building department, and unincorporated areas get it from the county. After a major storm, the permit office may also check the 50 percent substantial damage rule for homes in flood zones.
Water Damage Repair Services We Offer
✓Drywall Replacement
Cuts out wet board, sets new drywall and finishes it ready for paint.
✓Baseboard and Trim Replacement
Replaces swollen MDF baseboards and door casings that soaked up water.
✓Flooring Replacement
Replaces laminate, vinyl plank, carpet or wood that cannot be dried.
✓Cabinet Base Repair
Replaces swollen toe kicks and cabinet bottoms under sinks.
✓Ceiling Repair
Replaces stained or sagging ceiling drywall after roof or AC leaks.
Water Damage Repair Cost in Florida
| Service | Typical Range | What Affects It |
|---|---|---|
| Drywall replacement | $1.50 to $3.50 per sq ft | Labor and materials (HomeGuide 2026) |
| Carpet replacement | $2 to $8 per sq ft | Carpet grade and pad (HomeGuide 2026) |
| Hardwood flooring | $7 to $25 per sq ft | Wood type, finish and layout (HomeGuide 2026) |
| Mold inspection before closing walls | $300 to $650 | Home size and lab tests (HomeGuide 2026) |
Ranges are national figures from HomeGuide's 2026 cost guide. Your written estimate sets the real price before any work starts.
How it works
- 1
Confirm the home is dry
Final moisture readings come first. Repair waits until materials match dry areas.
- 2
Measure and estimate
Square footage of drywall, flooring and trim is measured and written into the estimate.
- 3
Permits where needed
The city or county permit is pulled for work that requires one.
- 4
Rebuild and finish
Drywall, trim, flooring and cabinet parts are installed and finished.
Pricing
Priced by square foot