Specialty Repairs
Water Intrusion Repair
Water intrusion and leak repair – investigation, moisture damage removal and envelope repair – scoped from what testing finds, not guesswork.
Overview
Water rarely appears where it enters. A stain on a ceiling may start at a roof flashing several feet away; damp drywall at a window may come from a failed sill pan, a stucco crack or a balcony above. Repairing the visible damage without finding the source usually means repairing it again.
Water intrusion work starts with investigation. Depending on the building, that can include moisture mapping, inspection openings, and water testing of windows, doors or wall areas, performed by qualified consultants or specialist partners. The findings define the repair.
We coordinate that investigation, then manage the envelope repair – flashing, sealants, window and door reinstallation, stucco and waterproofing – followed by removal of damaged materials and restoration of interior finishes. Roofing, plumbing and other licensed work is performed by licensed contractor partners.
Who it’s for
- Owners with recurring leaks at windows, doors, walls or roofs
- Homes and buildings with stained drywall, damaged flooring or musty odors
- Condominium associations dealing with leaks between units or from balconies
- Commercial properties with storefront or wall leaks affecting tenants
- Buyers or owners following up on moisture findings from an inspection
What’s included
Typically included
- Initial visit to document damage and the history of leaks
- Coordination of investigation: moisture mapping, inspection openings and water testing
- Identification of probable entry points from the investigation findings
- Removal of wet or damaged drywall, insulation, trim and flooring
- Coordination of drying and, where needed, mold remediation by qualified specialists
- Envelope repair: flashing, sealants, window and door reinstallation, stucco and waterproofing
- Roof repairs by a licensed roofing contractor where the source is the roof
- Interior restoration of drywall, paint, trim and flooring
- Retesting of repaired areas where practical
Common exclusions
- Mold assessment and remediation, which are performed by appropriately licensed specialists in Florida
- Insurance claim handling or coverage advice
- Contents cleaning and replacement
- Repairs to areas not identified in the investigation, unless separately scoped
- Plumbing leak repairs unless included
Every proposal lists its own inclusions and exclusions in writing.
Materials, design options & upgrades
How pricing works
Water intrusion repair is priced on an assessment basis. The cause and extent of damage are rarely known until investigation is complete, so we price the investigation first and the repair after the findings define it.
Once walls are opened, additional damage is sometimes found. The estimate describes how that is documented and approved before further work.
What changes the cost
- The extent of investigation and testing required
- Number and type of entry points found
- Amount of damaged material to remove and replace
- Whether mold remediation is required
- Window, door, stucco or roof work needed to correct the source
- Access, including lifts or scaffolding for upper floors
- Interior finish level to restore
If this work is part of a larger project, it’s priced within that project’s budget — please don’t add separate estimates together. Read the pricing guide.
Typical stages
Initial visit
We document visible damage and leak history.
Investigation
Moisture mapping, openings and water testing are performed to find likely sources.
Repair scope
The findings are turned into a written repair scope and price.
Removal and drying
Damaged materials are removed and areas are dried, with mold remediation by licensed specialists if required.
Envelope repair
Flashing, sealants, windows, stucco or roofing are repaired to address the source.
Restoration and retest
Interiors are restored, and repaired areas are retested where practical.
What affects the schedule
- Investigation findings and any additional testing
- Drying and mold remediation, when required
- Weather for exterior envelope work
- Product lead times for windows, doors or roofing materials
- Access to occupied units or tenant spaces
Questions & answers
Why not just repair the damaged drywall?
Without finding and correcting the source, water will continue to enter and the damage will return. The investigation keeps the repair focused on the cause.
Is water testing destructive?
Testing itself typically uses controlled water application. Inspection openings may be needed to see inside walls; they are planned and repaired as part of the work.
Do you handle mold?
Mold assessment and remediation are performed by appropriately licensed specialists. We coordinate them in the sequence of the repair.
Start here
Planning water intrusion repair?
A short form — three steps, a few minutes. Share plans or photos if you have them. We’ll review it and follow up using the contact details you provide.