How to Write a Water Damage Restoration Estimate

The Critical First Step: Understanding the Scope of Water Damage

Crafting an accurate and defensible water damage estimate begins long before you put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard). It starts with a meticulous, on-site assessment of the damage. This initial investigation is paramount, as it dictates the entire scope of your restoration quote and ultimately, your project's profitability and client satisfaction.

You need to identify three key factors:

1. Category of Water

The source of the water profoundly impacts the necessary remediation steps and costs.

• **Category 1 (Clean