How long does it take to dry out a house after a flood

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Drying out a house after a flood isn't a quick weekend job. It usually takes anywhere from a few days to several weeks, depending on how much water got in and what materials got soaked. Porous stuff like drywall and wood soaks up water like a sponge, and you've got to get industrial-grade dehumidifiers and air movers running non-stop. If you're lucky and it's just a small area with clean water, maybe a week. But if you've got deep water or sewage involved, plan on a month or more to fully dry t…