Every flood cleanup job we run includes the core steps below. Rebuild work like new drywall, paint, and flooring is scoped separately, but we handle it under the same license so you are not juggling contractors.
Truck-mounted extraction wands and wet/dry vacuums pull standing water from floors, carpets, and low spots. We start the moment we arrive, because every hour of standing water means more material loss and higher mold risk.
We use moisture meters, thermal imaging cameras, and hygrometers to map exactly where water traveled. Every reading is photographed and logged. That documentation is what your insurance adjuster needs to approve the claim without argument.
Storm surge and sewage backups are Category 3 water, which means full PPE, removal of all porous materials, and antimicrobial spray on affected framing. We treat it to Florida DBPR standards and document the process for your file.
We position Dri-Eaz and Phoenix Restoration Equipment air movers and desiccant dehumidifiers to dry wall cavities, subfloor, and framing. Air scrubbers and negative air machines filter airborne spores while the structure dries.
A technician checks moisture readings every day and adjusts equipment placement. We do not pull equipment until materials match a documented dry standard. You get the final readings in writing when the job closes.
We build an Xactimate scope, photograph everything, and communicate directly with your adjuster. On covered claims we bill the carrier directly so you are not fronting the cost and waiting on reimbursement.
Flood Cleanup in Florida is the process of removing standing water, extracting saturated materials, and drying a structure to verified moisture levels after a flood, storm, or plumbing failure. It is not a shop vac and a fan. We meter every wall cavity with a moisture meter and thermal imaging camera, pull contaminated carpet padding and insulation, then run air movers and dehumidifiers until readings match a dry standard. Skipping any step invites mold growth within 24 to 48 hours in Florida heat.
Florida homes flood from more than hurricanes. A slab leak under tile, a burst pipe behind drywall, a roof leak after a summer squall, or a washing machine overflow on a second floor all push water into the same places. Because our humidity rarely drops below 70 percent, wet drywall and subfloor stay wet, and mold colonizes fast. That is why Florida flood cleanup has to start the same day you notice water, not after the weekend.
Every job follows the same sequence because skipping steps is how mold and callbacks happen. Here is what you can expect from the first phone call to the final moisture reading.
Schedule
Call or book online — a real human picks up and confirms a 2-hour arrival window.
Diagnose
Licensed tech inspects on-site, then walks you through the cause and your options.
Fix
The job is completed to code and done right the first time — no shortcuts, no surprises.
Guarantee
Every job backed by a written workmanship warranty — and we stand behind it.
Moisture Meter and Thermal Imaging Camera
Find hidden water behind walls, under floors, and inside ceilings without tearing everything open. We map the full extent of the intrusion before we cut.
Borescope Camera
Inspect inside wall cavities and under cabinets to confirm whether framing is wet and whether mold has started. It lets us target the flood cut instead of opening entire walls.
Truck-Mounted Extraction Wand
Pull hundreds of gallons of standing water fast from carpet, tile, and concrete. Speed here limits how much flooring and drywall you lose.
Dri-Eaz and Phoenix Restoration Equipment Dehumidifiers
Remove moisture from the air so wet materials can release water. Desiccant units perform better than refrigerant units in Florida heat and humidity.
Air Movers and Air Scrubbers
Create airflow across wet surfaces to speed evaporation, and filter airborne spores and dust with HEPA filtration while the structure dries.
Negative Air Machine
Maintain negative pressure in contaminated areas so spores and odors do not migrate into clean rooms during remediation.
Hygrometer and Infrared Thermometer
Measure relative humidity and surface temperatures to calculate dew point and confirm materials are drying, not just feeling dry.
IICRC S500 Standard for Water Damage Restoration
We follow the S500 standard for categorizing water, classifying the loss, and setting drying goals. It is the industry benchmark adjusters recognize, and it is why our documentation holds up during a claim review.
Moisture Mapping and Daily Readings
Every job starts with a moisture map and gets daily hygrometer readings until materials hit the dry standard. You get those readings in writing, so you know the job is finished based on data, not opinion.
Antimicrobial Treatment and Containment
Affected framing gets antimicrobial spray after extraction, and contaminated areas get plastic sheeting containment with negative air pressure. This stops mold from colonizing during the drying period.
Xactimate Scoping for Insurance
We build the claim scope in Xactimate, the same software most carriers use. That means line items match what your adjuster expects, which reduces delays and denied items.
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What we do: We treat it as Category 3 contamination, remove saturated drywall and flooring, apply antimicrobial spray, and run desiccant dehumidifiers to pull moisture out of the slab and framing. We photograph everything before and after for your flood insurance claim.
→ Your structure is dry, sanitized, and documented, and your NFIP or private flood claim has the evidence it needs to pay out.
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What we do: We shut off the supply, extract standing water, pull wet baseboards and carpet padding, and set up air movers and a dehumidifier. We check readings daily and pull equipment once materials hit the dry standard.
→ The affected area is dry in three to four days, and you avoid mold growth and warped flooring.
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What we do: We use thermal imaging and moisture meters to map the affected area, extract what water we can, and dry the slab and framing with desiccant dehumidifiers. We coordinate with a licensed plumber to repair the leak before drying completes.
→ The slab and walls dry to a verified standard, and you avoid the mold and buckled flooring that a slow slab leak usually causes.
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What we do: We extract water from both floors, cut out saturated ceiling drywall, and dry the joists and subfloor. Air scrubbers run to capture airborne particles while the structure dries.
→ Both floors dry in four to five days, and the ceiling is ready for a clean rebuild instead of a mold remediation.
Florida flooding is different from flooding almost anywhere else. Our humidity stays high year-round, which means wet drywall and subfloor do not air-dry on their own. A wall cavity that would dry in a week in a dry climate can stay wet for a month here, and that is more than enough time for mold to colonize. We size dehumidification for Florida conditions, not for a national average. Building stock matters too. Block construction with stucco exteriors wicks water differently than wood frame, and slab-on-grade homes have no basement to drain into, so water spreads across the whole floor. After a hurricane, storm surge pushes saltwater into ground-floor units, which is Category 3 contamination and requires removal of all porous materials. We also deal with the everyday stuff: slab leaks under tile, water heater failures in garages, and roof leaks after summer storms. If you need affordable flood cleanup in Florida after a storm or a plumbing failure, we dispatch the closest crew and bring the right equipment for your building type.
Cape Coral
Canal-front homes here flood from storm surge and heavy rain. We see a lot of slab-on-grade construction, so water spreads fast across tile and needs immediate extraction.
St. Petersburg
Older homes near the waterfront have cast iron drains and galvanized supply lines that fail. We handle the water and document the pipe failure for insurance.
Fort Myers
Post-hurricane flooding here often combines roof intrusion and ground-level water. We tarp, extract, and dry in one mobilization to save time.
Apopka
Newer construction on the west side sits on fill dirt, and we see foundation seepage after heavy rain. We extract and dry the affected rooms and check the slab.
Plant City
Agricultural properties and older homes here flood from well pump failures and roof leaks. We handle both and dry the structure to a verified standard.
Year-round humidity above 70 percent
Wet materials dry slowly and mold risk stays high. We run desiccant dehumidifiers longer than a dry-climate crew would and verify with daily readings.
Hurricane season from June through November
Storm surge and wind-driven rain cause widespread flooding. We stage equipment and generators ahead of landfall so we can start drying even when grid power is out.
Slab-on-grade construction common statewide
There is no basement to drain into, so water spreads across the whole floor. Extraction has to start fast to limit how much flooring and drywall is lost.
Saltwater intrusion in coastal areas
Saltwater corrodes fasteners and metal components. We treat affected surfaces and document saltwater exposure so your claim reflects the real damage.
Florida flooding comes from a short list of sources, and each one needs a different approach. Here are the problems we get called for most and how we handle them.
Problem
Saltwater corrodes fasteners, ruins drywall, and leaves behind contaminants that cause mold and odor within days. Waiting to call makes the damage worse and the claim harder to prove.
Our Fix
We extract, remove saturated materials, flush and treat affected surfaces with antimicrobial spray, and dry the structure with desiccant dehumidifiers. We also document saltwater exposure for your adjuster, since that affects how the claim is classified.
Problem
Water wicks upward inside the wall cavity and soaks insulation, which holds moisture for weeks. By the time you see a stain on the drywall, mold may already be growing behind it.
Our Fix
We use a borescope camera and thermal imaging camera to find the full extent of the water, cut a flood line, remove wet insulation, and dry the cavity with air movers. We also locate and repair the pipe before we close anything up.
Problem
Category 3 water carries bacteria and pathogens. Cleaning it with a mop and household cleaner spreads contamination and leaves a health hazard behind.
Our Fix
Our IICRC AMRT-certified technicians remove all porous materials, treat the area with antimicrobial spray, and dispose of contaminated debris to Florida DBPR standards. We then dry and sanitize the space before any rebuild begins.
Problem
Attic insulation holds water and loses R-value, and wet ceiling drywall sags and can collapse. Mold in an attic spreads through the HVAC system into living space.
Our Fix
We tarp the roof if needed, extract water from ceilings and insulation, and dry the attic with air movers and dehumidifiers. We document the roof damage separately so your carrier can handle it alongside the interior claim.
Flooding does not wait for business hours, and neither do we. Here is what you get when you call our team instead of a general handyman with a wet/dry vacuum.
Response in Hours, Not Days
We dispatch 24/7 across Florida and typically have a crew on site within 60 to 90 minutes in metro areas. That speed matters because mold can begin colonizing wet drywall in under 48 hours. The faster we extract, the less material we have to tear out.
Insurance Documentation Done Right
We photograph every affected room, log moisture readings, and build a line-item scope in Xactimate that adjusters recognize. That means fewer denied line items and faster payouts. We also bill carriers directly on most covered claims, so you are not waiting on reimbursement.
Mold Prevention, Not Just Water Removal
Extraction is half the job. We apply antimicrobial spray to affected framing and use air scrubbers with HEPA filtration to capture airborne spores. If we find existing mold, our Florida DBPR Mold-Related Services License lets us remediate it in the same visit instead of bringing in a second contractor.
Dry Standards You Can Verify
We do not guess when a structure is dry. We take hygrometer and infrared thermometer readings daily and compare them to a documented dry standard for your building materials. You get the readings in writing, so you know the job is finished, not just looks finished.
Flood cleanup pricing in Florida depends on how much water, what kind of water, and how much material has to come out. Most residential jobs in 2026 run $1,800 to $6,500. A single-room clean-water loss might land near the low end, while a whole-floor Category 3 cleanup with drywall removal pushes toward the top. We give you a written scope and price before we start, and on covered claims we bill your carrier directly so you are not fronting the cost.
Typical Investment Range
$1,800 - $6,500 depending on scope
The price covers extraction, drying equipment, daily monitoring, antimicrobial treatment, and insurance documentation. Doing it right the first time costs less than a mold remediation six months later, which typically runs two to three times the cleanup price.
What changes the price
Water category
Clean water from a supply line is the cheapest to handle. Category 3 water from sewage or storm surge requires PPE, removal of all porous materials, and antimicrobial treatment, which adds labor and disposal cost.
Square footage affected
More affected area means more extraction, more equipment, and more days of drying. A 200-square-foot bathroom is a very different job than a 1,500-square-foot open floor plan.
Materials involved
Carpet and padding usually come out. Hardwood may be salvageable with specialized drying, but tile and vinyl over a wet slab often need removal to dry the concrete underneath.
How long water sat
Water that sat for a week wicks higher into drywall and framing, which means a taller flood cut and more material replacement. Calling within 24 hours usually keeps the scope smaller.
Mold already present
If mold has started, the job becomes a remediation as well as a cleanup. That adds containment, air scrubbing, and in some cases a separate clearance step before rebuild.
Access and equipment placement
Crawl spaces, tight attics, and homes with limited power access take longer to set up and dry. We may need a generator, which adds a line item but keeps the job moving.
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We had storm surge flooding in our Cape Coral home and they handled everything, including the insurance paperwork. Removed the wet drywall, treated for mold, and dried the house in four days. Professional and fast.
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Sewage backup in our rental property on a Sunday night. They came out within two hours, removed the contaminated carpet, and sanitized the whole area. Tenant moved back in two weeks later. Would use again.
Our flood cleanup services Florida crews cover the whole state, from the Gulf Coast to the Atlantic and down to the Keys. We dispatch the closest truck so you get a fast response no matter where you are. Below are some of the cities we serve regularly, but the list is not complete. If you are in Florida, call (866) 973-3470.
Canal-front homes and slab-on-grade construction mean water spreads fast. We extract and dry before mold takes hold in the Florida humidity.
Older bungalows with galvanized and cast iron pipes flood from supply line failures. We handle the water and document the pipe failure for insurance.
Post-hurricane flooding here often combines roof intrusion and ground-level water. We tarp, extract, and dry in one mobilization.
Inland lake communities flood from heavy rain and rising water. We extract, dry, and treat for mold across Highlands County properties.
Newer construction on fill dirt sees foundation seepage after storms. We extract the affected rooms and dry the slab to a verified standard.
Agricultural properties and older homes flood from well pump failures and roof leaks. We handle both and document everything for your claim.
Central Florida storms drive water through roof leaks and door thresholds. We extract fast and dry with desiccant dehumidifiers sized for the humidity.
Low-lying areas near the river flood from heavy rain and drainage backups. We extract standing water and dry the structure before mold starts.
Coastal Pasco County homes flood from storm surge and plumbing failures. We respond 24/7 and handle both clean and contaminated water.
Older homes near the lakes flood from rising water and aging pipes. We extract, dry, and treat for mold in one visit.
Waterfront properties here see storm-driven flooding and slab leaks. We map the moisture, extract, and dry to a documented standard.
Rural properties with well systems flood from pump failures and heavy rain. We extract and dry, and we document the source for your claim.
Hillsborough County storms push water through roof leaks and windows. We tarp, extract, and dry before secondary damage sets in.
Polk County homes flood from heavy rain and foundation seepage. We extract, dry, and verify with daily moisture readings.
Beachfront condos and homes flood from storm surge and saltwater intrusion. We treat for corrosion and dry the structure fast.
Real answers to the questions we hear most often from local homeowners and property managers.
Full-scope restoration after any water intrusion, from extraction through rebuild. We handle the entire claim so you deal with one company instead of three.
View Water Damage RestorationTruck-mounted extraction for standing water before it wicks into walls and subfloor. We pull hundreds of gallons in the first hour on site.
View Emergency Water ExtractionTargeted removal from hardwood, tile, and concrete slabs using extraction wands and wet/dry vacuums. Fast removal limits how much flooring you lose.
View Water RemovalCategory 3 contaminated water requires full PPE, antimicrobial treatment, and removal of porous materials. We handle it to code and document it for insurance.
View Sewage Backup CleanupPost-storm water intrusion, roof leaks, and wind-driven rain cleanup. We tarp, extract, and dry before secondary damage sets in.
View Storm Damage RestorationHurricane-driven flooding often combines storm surge, roof intrusion, and power loss. We stage equipment and generators to dry structures when grid power is out.
View Hurricane Water Damage RestorationCall (866) 973-3470 any hour of the day and a live dispatcher answers, not a machine. Tell us what flooded and where you are, and we send the nearest crew. Most Florida metro calls get a technician on site within 60 to 90 minutes, and we handle the insurance paperwork from the first visit.
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Sun: Emergency Only
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