Water damage repair is the rebuild that comes after the last dry reading. Closing a wall too early traps moisture in the furring strips behind Fort Myers block walls, and mold shows up behind the new paint a few weeks later. So repair starts only when the meters say the framing and slab are dry.
Most repairs here involve drywall cut out along the bottom of the wall, baseboards, and cabinet bases made of particleboard that swelled. Tile over a slab often survives, but loose tiles and stained grout lines show where water sat underneath. Laminate and engineered wood usually have to be replaced because the core swells. In homes along the Caloosahatchee and the canals, flood repairs may also mean raising outlets or using water-resistant materials.
Replacing drywall, wiring or plumbing usually needs a permit. Homes inside city limits go through the City of Fort Myers. Lehigh Acres, North Fort Myers and other unincorporated areas go through Lee County. In a FEMA flood zone, repairs that reach 50 percent of the building's value trigger the substantial damage rule, which can require bringing the home up to current flood rules.
Water Damage Repair Services
✓Drywall Replacement
Hangs, tapes and finishes new drywall where wet sections were cut out, matched to the existing wall texture.
✓Baseboard and Trim Replacement
Replaces swollen MDF baseboards and door casing, a common loss after water runs across a slab floor.
✓Flooring Replacement
Replaces laminate, engineered wood or carpet that swelled or stained, and resets loose tile.
✓Cabinet Base Repair
Replaces swollen particleboard bottoms and toe kicks under kitchen and bathroom cabinets.
✓Ceiling Repair
Replaces stained or sagging ceiling drywall and wet insulation after a roof or AC leak.
Water Damage Repair Cost in Fort Myers, FL
| 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 |
| Hardwood flooring | $7 to $25 per sq ft | Wood type, finish and layout |
| Mold inspection before closing walls | $300 to $650 | Home size and lab tests |
Ranges come from HomeGuide's 2026 cost guide. The written estimate sets the price for your home before work starts.
How it works
- 1
Dry readings confirmed
Repair starts only after walls, framing and slab read dry on the meter.
- 2
Scope and estimate
Every wall, floor and cabinet to replace is listed with a price before work starts.
- 3
Permits if needed
Drywall, electrical or plumbing work gets the right City of Fort Myers or Lee County permit.
- 4
Rebuild and finish
Drywall, trim, flooring and paint go back in, and the area is checked once more.
Pricing
Priced room by room