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Water Damage Restoration Cost in Toronto (2026)
Updated 2026-06-17 · Shield Water Damage Restoration
Water damage restoration in Toronto typically costs from a few hundred dollars for a small, single-room clean-water leak to several thousand dollars for a large multi-room or basement flood, with most residential mitigation jobs landing roughly between $1,500 and $5,000. The main cost drivers are the category of water (clean vs. gray vs. black), the square footage and number of materials affected, how long drying equipment must run, and whether demolition and rebuild are needed.
What drives the cost
Four factors dominate: water category, affected area and materials, drying time, and reconstruction scope. Clean water (Category 1) is cheapest; sewage or groundwater (Category 3) requires removal of porous materials, disinfection, and sometimes testing, and costs the most.
Typical ranges
Small clean-water leak, one room: roughly $300–$1,200 for extraction and 2–3 days of drying. Mid-size multi-room loss: roughly $1,500–$5,000. Large whole-floor or basement flood: $5,000–$15,000+. Category 3 losses add labor and disposal. These are mitigation ranges; full rebuild is additional.
How insurance changes the math
If the loss is a covered sudden discharge, your insurer typically pays for mitigation (subject to your deductible) up to policy limits. Shield bills the carrier directly in many cases and provides the documentation they require.
How to get a real number
Every loss is different. Shield provides a free on-site assessment with moisture readings and a written estimate before work proceeds, so you know the scope and cost up front.
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