Flood risk, local cost data, climate factors, and insurance context for your ZIP code.
Flood Risk
High
Cost Range
$1,800–$9,500
Avg Response
45 min
NFIP
State participates
Gulf Coast humidity accelerates mold growth within 24–48 hours; hurricane season June–November brings Category 3–5 storm surge risk
Flood-prone areas: Flood-prone areas include Meyerland, Greenspoint, Addicks Reservoir basin, and Bear Creek
Extraction & drying cost per square foot by IICRC water category
| Water Category | $/sq ft |
|---|---|
| Category 1 — Clean Burst supply line, clean appliance overflow | $2.98–$7.84 |
| Category 2 — Gray Dishwasher, washing machine, toilet bowl (no feces) | $7.84–$9.49 |
| Category 3 — Black Sewage backup, floodwater, toilet overflow with feces | $11.14–$14.3 |
Estimates exclude reconstruction (drywall, flooring replacement). National benchmarks: Cat 1 $3.75–$4.25, Cat 2 $4.10–$6.50, Cat 3 $7–$7.50/sq ft — adjusted for Houston market (3.5–13/sq ft range).
