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How much does water damage restoration cost in Oshawa, ON?

Converted from US national rangeUpdated Prices checked October 20261 source

Water damage restoration costs about CA$1,940 to CA$8,950, typical CA$5,440, using the US national range converted to Canadian dollars. That is HomeAdvisor's US figure ($1,383 to $6,369) at 1.4054 CAD per USD (Bank of Canada, October 20, 2026), not a survey of Oshawa prices.

Converted to Canadian dollars

Low
CA$1,940
Typical
CA$5,440
High
CA$8,950

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Water damage restoration cost in Oshawa, ON

Each row says exactly what the figures are and where they come from.

Water damage restoration cost in Oshawa, ON
EstimateLowTypicalHighBasisChecked
Converted to CADCA$1,940CA$5,440CA$8,950US national range × 1.4054 CAD per USD (Bank of Canada, October 20, 2026). Not a survey of Oshawa pricesOctober 2026
US national range$1,383$3,868$6,369Per job: typical range of customer-reported restorations (HomeAdvisor)October 2026

What drives the cost of water damage restoration

Dollar figures in this section are US national figures in US dollars.

  1. Size of the affected area

    More square footage means more drying equipment and labor.

  2. Water category

    Clean, gray and black water need different handling.

  3. Materials to replace

    Drywall, flooring and insulation replacement add cost.

  4. Mold

    Mold remediation adds a separate scope.

  5. Flood depth

    Deeper basement flooding means more extraction and drying.

Permits and what's included in Oshawa

Fees quoted here are US figures in US dollars; Canadian permit fees are set by your municipality.

Permit note

Drying and cleanup usually need no permit, but rebuilding walls, wiring or plumbing afterwards may. Homeowners insurance generally covers sudden, accidental water damage, not neglect; photograph everything for your claim.

Rules are set locally; confirm with Oshawa’s building department.

What’s usually included

  • Water extraction
  • Drying and dehumidification
  • Removal of damaged materials
  • Moisture monitoring

Scopes vary. Get the scope in writing on every quote.

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Top-ranked water damage restoration companies in Oshawa

The top 3 of 327 water damage restoration companies we rank for Oshawa, ON, by CR Score. Paid placement never changes rank.

  1. #1
    Paul Davis Durham East & West
    CR Score 634.8from 252 Google reviews
  2. #2
    Wrench it up plumbing
    CR Score 634.8from 112 Google reviews
  3. #3
    Steam Dry Canada
    CR Score 624.9from 624 Google reviews

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Water damage restoration cost in Oshawa: questions

How much does water damage restoration cost in Oshawa, ON?

Water damage restoration costs about CA$1,940 to CA$8,950, typical CA$5,440, using the US national range converted to Canadian dollars. That is HomeAdvisor's US figure ($1,383 to $6,369) at 1.4054 CAD per USD (Bank of Canada, October 20, 2026), not a survey of Oshawa prices.

Are these prices in Canadian dollars?

Yes, converted. We have no Canadian price survey for this job, so we show the US national range converted at 1.4054 CAD per USD (Bank of Canada daily rate for October 20, 2026). Local labour, material and tax differences are not reflected.

Do I need a permit for water damage restoration in Oshawa?

Drying and cleanup usually need no permit, but rebuilding walls, wiring or plumbing afterwards may. Homeowners insurance generally covers sudden, accidental water damage, not neglect; photograph everything for your claim. Rules are set locally, so confirm with Oshawa’s building department.

What affects the cost of water damage restoration?

Size of the affected area: more square footage means more drying equipment and labor. Water category: clean, gray and black water need different handling. Materials to replace: drywall, flooring and insulation replacement add cost. Mold: mold remediation adds a separate scope.

How many water damage restoration companies serve Oshawa?

We rank 327 water damage restoration companies for Oshawa, ON by CR Score. Get at least three written quotes for the same scope.

What is usually included in the price?

Water extraction; Drying and dehumidification; Removal of damaged materials; Moisture monitoring. Always get the scope in writing on the quote.

Sources

Checked October 2026. Figures are estimates, not quotes.

  1. HomeAdvisor: Water damage restoration cost · page updated June 17, 2026 · checked October 2026Primary source. Used for: Low, typical and high; drivers; insurance note.
  2. Bank of Canada: Daily exchange rates (USD/CAD) · page updated October 20, 2026Used for: Conversion rate 1.4054 CAD per USD.
These are published estimates converted at a stated exchange rate, checked October 2026. They are not quotes. Typical range shown: CA$1,940 to CA$8,950. Editorial policy

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