Amount and spread of water
A localized wet area generally creates a different scope than water that migrated through several rooms, wall cavities or levels.
Water source and contamination
Contaminated water can require more protective handling, cleaning and material removal than a clean indoor water source.
Materials affected
Drywall, cabinets, flooring, insulation and structural materials each create different drying and replacement decisions.
Time before drying begins
A loss discovered quickly can present a different scope from one that remained wet and hidden for an extended period.
Repairs after mitigation
Extraction and drying are not necessarily the entire project. Finish repairs or reconstruction can be a separate portion of the total cost.
Talk through the situation by phone
Describe the source of the water, the affected area and whether the water is still entering the property.