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Dealing with that level of water ingress is a serious issue, especially with the high humidity here in Dubai. The softness in your gypsum board is a major red flag; it means the wall cavity is saturated and a perfect breeding ground for mold, which can colonize in as little as 48-72 hours.

For a 2000 sq ft villa in Jumeirah 1, a comprehensive professional restoration involving structural drying, antimicrobial sanitizing, and partial drywall replacement is a significant undertaking. You should expect a detailed scope of work and cost breakdown. A realistic ballpark figure for a proper job, following IICRC S500 standards, would typically range from AED 25,000 to AED 45,000+, but this is highly variable. The final cost depends on the extent of saturation in walls, the type of flooring affected, the number of air movers and dehumidifiers required (which is substantial in our climate), and the amount of demolition and reconstruction needed. Cheaper quotes often skip critical steps like moisture mapping with thermal cameras and penetrating meters, or they underpower the drying equipment, leading to hidden mold issues later.

You absolutely need a professional inspection to assess the hidden damage behind those walls and under the floor screed. We strongly advise against just surface drying. For an accurate assessment and a transparent quote, please call our certified team at 800-MOLDS or email hello@saniservice.com. Let's get this resolved properly before it becomes a health hazard.