How Much Does Gray Water Damage Cleanup Cost?
At Keystone Restoration’s 2026 rates, gray water jobs in Salt Lake County come to about $3,600–$5,100 for a kitchen or laundry room. Gray water (IICRC Category 2) carries some contamination, like the discharge from a washing machine or dishwasher, or a toilet overflow without waste. It costs more than clean water because it needs more cleaning and wet carpet usually can’t be saved.
These are estimates based on our standard rates, not a quote. Your price depends on what we find on site. Moisture inspection is free.
Seth Saxton, Owner, Keystone Restoration · IICRC-certified technician (WRT, AMRT, ASD)
Last updated: October 2026
Common gray water sources
- Washing machine drain or overflow
- Dishwasher discharge
- Toilet overflow with urine but no feces
- Sump pump failure
- Clean water that sat for 48+ hours
Example 1: Laundry room, washing machine overflow
250 sq ft total: 150 sq ft carpet in the adjoining room, 100 sq ft LVP in the laundry room. 4 days of drying.
| Line item | Quantity | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency service call | 1 | $275–$325 |
| Setup and cleaning | 1 | $500–$700 |
| Water extraction, carpet | 150 sq ft | $190–$260 |
| Water extraction, hard floor | 100 sq ft | $95–$130 |
| Air movers | 40 fan-days | $1,000 |
| Dehumidifiers | 8 dehu-days | $650–$750 |
| Daily monitoring visits | 4 visits | $600 |
| Carpet pad removal | 150 sq ft | $110–$190 |
| Carpet removal | 150 sq ft | $130–$245 |
| LVP/vinyl removal | 100 sq ft | $175–$225 |
| Baseboard removal | 60 linear ft | $75–$105 |
| Drywall removal | 120 sq ft | $150–$210 |
| Antimicrobial application | 250 sq ft | $75 |
| Dump fee | 1 load | $190–$260 |
| Estimated total | $4,215–$5,075 |
Example 2: Kitchen, dishwasher leak
200 sq ft of LVP, water under the floor and behind the cabinets’ toe kicks. 4 days of drying.
| Line item | Quantity | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency service call | 1 | $275–$325 |
| Setup and cleaning | 1 | $500–$700 |
| Water extraction, hard floor | 200 sq ft | $190–$260 |
| Air movers | 20 fan-days | $500 |
| Dehumidifiers | 4 dehu-days | $325–$375 |
| Wall/floor cavity drying system | 4 system-days | $500–$700 |
| Daily monitoring visits | 4 visits | $600 |
| LVP/vinyl removal | 200 sq ft | $350–$450 |
| Baseboard removal | 40 linear ft | $50–$70 |
| Drywall removal | 80 sq ft | $100–$140 |
| Antimicrobial application | 200 sq ft | $60 |
| Dump fee | 1 load | $190–$260 |
| Estimated total | $3,640–$4,440 |
Why gray water costs more than clean water
Gray water contains detergents, food residue and bacteria. Carpet that’s soaked by it generally has to be removed instead of dried in place, and every surface gets cleaned and treated with antimicrobial. Left for more than 48 hours, gray water can become Category 3, which is the sewage price tier.
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Straight Answers
FAQ
Is a washing machine overflow covered by insurance?
Usually, if it was sudden. A slow leak that went on for weeks often isn’t. Call your insurer and document everything before cleanup starts.
Can I clean it up myself?
Small spills on hard floors, yes, if you dry it fast. If water reached carpet, under flooring or into walls, it needs professional drying and moisture readings to confirm it’s actually dry.
Washer or Dishwasher Overflow? Call Before It Spreads.
Call (801) 948-2501. Moisture inspection is free and the estimate is itemized before any work starts. 24/7.
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