Restoration and moisture costs supply checklist
Use this checklist to compare common supply categories before reviewing restoration and moisture costs bids. Product links are for planning and price-checking; contractor quotes should still state exactly what materials and parts are included.
Supplies to price-check by project
Start with the project that matches your estimate, then use the product links to compare common supplies, parts, and safety gear before deciding what belongs in your bid.
Roof repair
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Roof patch and leak repair supplies
- Shingle repair tools
- Roof sealants and tapes
- Roof inspection safety gear
- Roof sealants and repair patches
- Flashing and drip-edge materials
- Roofing safety gear
- Roof ventilation and underlayment supplies
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Foundation repair
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Foundation crack repair kits
- Concrete epoxy and sealants
- Moisture monitoring supplies
- Masonry repair tools
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Basement waterproofing
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Sump pump accessories
- Basement sealers and crack repair supplies
- Water alarms and moisture monitors
- Drainage and dehumidifier supplies
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Drain cleaning
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Pipe fittings and repair parts
- Drain cleaning tools
- Water leak alarms and shutoff supplies
- Plumbing hand tools
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French drain installation
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Sump pump accessories
- Basement sealers and crack repair supplies
- Water alarms and moisture monitors
- Drainage and dehumidifier supplies
- Drainage and irrigation supplies
- Landscape fabric and edging
- Sprinkler repair parts
- Outdoor digging and layout tools
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Sump pump installation
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Sump pump accessories
- Basement sealers and crack repair supplies
- Water alarms and moisture monitors
- Drainage and dehumidifier supplies
- Pipe fittings and repair parts
- Drain cleaning tools
- Water leak alarms and shutoff supplies
- Plumbing hand tools
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Crawl space encapsulation
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Vapor barriers and seam tapes
- Crawl space dehumidifier supplies
- Moisture meters and monitors
- Crawl space safety gear
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Mold remediation
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Mold cleaners and treatment supplies
- Respirators and protective suits
- Air scrubber and filtration supplies
- Moisture meters
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Water damage restoration
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Dehumidifiers and air movers
- Moisture meters and leak detectors
- Drying and cleanup supplies
- Restoration safety gear
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Whole house repiping
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Pipe fittings and repair parts
- Drain cleaning tools
- Water leak alarms and shutoff supplies
- Plumbing hand tools
Product links may earn GetCosts.com a commission from qualifying purchases.
Plumbing repair
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Pipe fittings and repair parts
- Drain cleaning tools
- Water leak alarms and shutoff supplies
- Plumbing hand tools
Product links may earn GetCosts.com a commission from qualifying purchases.
Insulation installation
Check whether each bid includes the parts, materials, tools, cleanup items, and safety supplies needed for this scope.
- Insulation knives and cutting tools
- Spray foam and air sealing supplies
- Weatherization supplies
- Insulation safety gear
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How to use this checklist
- Compare included materials. Ask each contractor which supplies are included, which are allowances, and which are excluded.
- Separate homeowner purchases from contractor scope. Small supplies can be useful for planning, but project labor, warranties, permits, and code work should stay in the bid.
- Use the worksheet before choosing a bid. Open a quote comparison worksheet when the same item appears in one bid but not another.
Supply checklist FAQ
Which supplies should I price-check first for restoration and moisture projects?
Start with the project that matches your estimate, such as roof repair, foundation repair, and basement waterproofing. Price-check parts, tools, fixtures, safety gear, and cleanup supplies that may appear as bid line items, allowances, or homeowner-provided materials.
Should I buy supplies myself for restoration and moisture projects?
Use product links for planning and small homeowner-controlled purchases. Contractor-installed materials, code-required components, permits, labor, warranty coverage, disposal, and site protection should stay clearly listed in the contractor bid.
How do supply checklists help compare bids for restoration and moisture projects?
They give you specific material categories to ask about before choosing a bid. If one estimate includes a supply category and another excludes it, open the matching calculator and quote worksheet so each contractor prices the same scope.
Do product links replace a contractor estimate?
No. Product links are project-supply planning aids only. They do not replace contractor labor, site inspection, permits, code work, warranty terms, or a quote based on actual project conditions.