Water Damage / Ceiling Repair
$2,890.44
High confidence
$984.00
Materials
$1,080.00
Labor
15%
Markup
Scope of Work
Remove water-damaged drywall section (~6×4 ft)
Treat wood framing for mold
Replace insulation and install new drywall
Sand, prime, and paint to match ceiling
Labor
12.0
Hours
2
Workers
$45/hr
Rate
Total: $1,080.00
Materials
1/2" Drywall Sheets (4×8 ft)
$78.00
3 sheets
Joint Compound (5 gal)
$34.50
2 buckets
R-30 Fiberglass Insulation
$145.00
1 pack
Mold-Killing Primer (1 gal)
$42.00
1 gallon
Ceiling Paint, Flat White
$68.00
2 gallons
Tape, Screws & Supplies
$44.00
1 set
Dehumidifier Rental
$165.00
3 days
Project Timeline
4–5 days
Day 1: Assessment & Demo
Locate leak source, set up containment, remove damaged drywall and insulation, treat for mold
6–8 hours
Day 2: Dry-Out
Run dehumidifier, verify moisture levels with meter, ensure framing is dry before closing up
Monitoring only
Day 3: Rebuild
Install new insulation, hang drywall sheets, tape and first coat of mud on all joints
6–8 hours
Day 4: Finish & Sand
Second and third coat of joint compound, sand smooth, apply mold-killing primer
5–6 hours
Day 5: Paint & Cleanup
Two coats of ceiling paint, remove protective sheeting, final cleanup and inspection
4–5 hours
Totals
Materials
$984.00
Supplies
$75.00
Equipment
$210.00
Labor
$1,080.00
Subtotal
$2,349.00
Markup (15%)
$352.35
Tax (7%)
$189.09
Grand Total
$2,890.44
Notes
Plumbing repair not included — leak must be stopped before work begins.
Dry-out period may extend 1–2 extra days depending on moisture levels.
Pricing based on Austin, TX metro area rates, April 2026.