HearthDry publishes water-damage-only content reviewed by IICRC-certified professionals. Here is exactly how we source data, calculate costs, and maintain editorial independence.
Local cost ranges on city and ZIP pages combine: (1) national IICRC category benchmarks (Clean $3.75–$4.25/sq ft, Gray $4.10–$6.50, Black $7–$7.50), (2) regional labor multipliers by state, and (3) verified quote samples from restoration contractors in each metro area. Ranges reflect extraction + drying — not reconstruction.
Try the interactive cost calculator →| Content Type | Frequency | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|
| Cost benchmarks & statistics | Quarterly | 2026-07-02 |
| City/local pricing data | Semi-annual | 2026-06-19 |
| Insurance claim guides | When carrier policies change | 2026-06-10 |
| IICRC standard references | When IICRC publishes revisions | 2026-01-15 |
| Equipment reviews | Annual field re-testing | 2026-06-01 |
