Free visual inspection and a written scope of work before any mitigation begins - photos, moisture readings, and drying logs go in your claim file
The scope we write is the scope we bill. Anything new gets shown to you, in writing, before we touch it.
Before
After
Before
After
Before
AfterDamage Restoration in Fort Myers, FL
Mold remediation in Fort Myers typically costs $1,500-$4,800 for full containment and removal of visible colonization, and most jobs begin the same week we issue a written scope. The concrete block homes along McGregor Boulevard and Iona don’t behave like inland construction: they hold humidity, trap salt-laden moisture after storm surge, and hide growth behind vinyl wallpaper and beneath original terrazzo floors. Call (629) 213-4606 for a written price before anyone starts work.
Why Fort Myers Homes Are Different
Fort Myers took a direct Category 4 landfall from Hurricane Ian in September 2022, pushing 10-15 feet of saltwater storm surge into coastal neighborhoods, canal-front subdivisions, and Fort Myers Beach. Saltwater intrusion is the defining restoration challenge here. Unlike freshwater flooding, saltwater embeds chlorides into concrete block, corrodes electrical panels and rebar, and demands a more aggressive and chemically specific remediation protocol than what inland Florida restoration crews typically perform.
Year-round average relative humidity above 75% means any moisture intrusion, whether a slow roof leak on a 1980s flat-roof home in Iona or a failed AC condensate line in a McGregor Boulevard property, can produce visible mold colonization within 48-72 hours. The response window here is shorter than in drier climates, and a delayed job means removing drywall instead of drying it. We document that difference in writing.
Fort Myers also has one of the highest concentrations of seasonal residents in the U.S., leaving tens of thousands of homes unoccupied from April through November, precisely when hurricane season and the wet season peak. We routinely open homes in January to discover months-old mold blooms, rusted HVAC coils, and hurricane-damaged roofs that have been quietly wicking water into attic insulation since September. That is a compounded-damage scenario, and it changes how we scope every job.
Our Main Fort Myers Services
Two services generate most of the calls we take from Fort Myers homeowners: water damage and storm-related structural damage, both of which demand fast mitigation before south Florida humidity turns a wet carpet into a mold problem.
Water Damage Restoration in Fort Myers
Water damage in Fort Myers moves faster than residents expect. A supply line failure or a hurricane-driven roof breach can saturate concrete block walls, wick through drywall, and reach original 1970s wiring within hours. Our crews arrive with professional-grade drying systems from Dri-Eaz, Phoenix, and XPOWER, take psychrometric readings, and produce a daily drying log you can hand to your adjuster. Water Damage Restoration in Fort Myers covers the full scope, pricing, and same-day response.
Storm & Disaster Restoration in Fort Myers
After Hurricane Ian, thousands of Fort Myers homes needed structural drying, roof tarping, and debris removal before rebuilding could even be scoped. Storm damage here often means saltwater intrusion into concrete block, curled shingles on low-slope roofs, and saturated insulation in flat-roofed 1980s construction. We coordinate directly with insurers and document every affected square foot before anything gets torn out. Storm & Disaster Restoration in Fort Myers explains how we handle catastrophic and localized storm damage.
What happens when you call
- 1
A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
- 2
You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
- 3
A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
- 4
You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
BeforeAfterMold Remediation in Fort Myers
Mold remediation in Fort Myers regularly involves two situations other cities rarely see: saltwater intrusion from Hurricane Ian that left chlorides embedded in concrete block, and seasonal homes that sat unoccupied from May through November while humidity above 75% fed hidden colonization behind drywall. Both conditions demand containment, air scrubbing, and removal, not surface cleaning. Our Mold Remediation process is built around documentation: every job gets a written scope, a photo record on each visit, and room-by-room moisture readings that show the problem is gone, not just hidden.
Mold Inspection & Testing
Signs you need it
You smell the musty odor but can’t see growth, or you found discoloration after a roof leak, AC condensate failure, or a season of vacancy.
What it costs in Fort Myers
Mold inspection and testing in Fort Myers runs $350-$650, with air samples and lab analysis typically adding $150-$300 for a full report.
How we do it
We take indoor and outdoor air samples, surface swabs, and moisture readings, then send them to an independent lab and deliver a written report showing exactly what was found, where, and what needs removal.
Black Mold Remediation
Signs you need it
You see black or dark green staining on drywall, baseboards, or behind furniture, often accompanied by a persistent earthy smell.
What it costs in Fort Myers
Black mold remediation in Fort Myers ranges from $2,000-$6,000 depending on affected square footage, with containment and HEPA air scrubbing included as standard.
How we do it
We seal the affected area under negative air pressure, remove contaminated materials to bagged waste, HEPA-vacuum and sand exposed framing, then apply an antimicrobial treatment and re-test the air before containment comes down.
Air Quality Restoration
Signs you need it
Post-remediation air tests still show elevated spore counts, or allergic symptoms persist inside the home but clear when you leave.
What it costs in Fort Myers
Air quality restoration in Fort Myers typically runs $500-$1,200, which covers HEPA air scrubbing, source removal of residual dust, and a clearance re-test.
How we do it
We run HEPA air scrubbers continuously, clean supply and return duct openings with brush and vacuum systems, replace affected filters, and schedule an independent clearance sample before we call the job complete.
What Mold Remediation Costs in Fort Myers
| Item | Typical range in Fort Myers |
|---|---|
| Mold inspection and testing | $350-$650 |
| Mold removal (small to mid-size) | $1,500-$4,800 |
| Black mold remediation | $2,000-$6,000 |
Will insurance cover mold remediation in Fort Myers?
Coverage depends on the source. If mold follows a covered water loss such as a burst pipe, your policy may cover remediation; if it developed from long-term humidity or neglect, it usually won’t. We document the causal chain for your adjuster. Call (629) 213-4606 for a written scope.
How quickly can mold spread in a Fort Myers home?
With humidity consistently above 75%, visible colonization can begin within 48-72 hours of moisture intrusion. In a vacant seasonal home, the growth is often months old before anyone sees it. Speed and containment matter. Call for same-week scheduling.
Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration in Fort Myers
Fire and smoke damage in Fort Myers is compounded by the area’s housing stock, particularly 1970s-1990s concrete block homes with original aluminum wiring and flat or low-slope roofs that burn hotter and leave deeper soot penetration than newer construction. Smoke odors also linger longer in south Florida’s humidity, bonding to porous terrazzo, drywall, and duct interiors. Our Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration process starts with a room-by-room written assessment, because you’ll need that level of documentation for an insurance claim.
Smoke & Soot Removal
Signs you need it
Black or gray soot streaks on walls and ceilings, a lingering acrid smell, or yellowing of painted surfaces shortly after a fire.
What it costs in Fort Myers
Smoke and soot removal in Fort Myers typically runs $1,200-$4,500 depending on affected rooms and surface types, with specialized chemical sponges and HEPA cleaning included.
How we do it
We dry-sponge porous surfaces, HEPA-vacuum the entire affected area, clean hard surfaces with alkaline solutions, and seal odor-trapping materials before repainting or sealing.
Contents Cleaning & Pack-Out
Signs you need it
Furniture, clothing, and personal items carry smoke odor after a fire, or contents need to be removed from the home to allow structural repair.
What it costs in Fort Myers
Contents cleaning and pack-out in Fort Myers typically runs $2,500-$8,000 depending on inventory volume, with per-item inventories and off-site cleaning included.
How we do it
We tag, photograph, and inventory every item, pack non-salvageable and salvageable contents separately, clean and deodorize them at our facility, and deliver a written list of what was restored and what was not.
What Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Costs in Fort Myers
| Item | Typical range in Fort Myers |
|---|---|
| Fire damage cleanup | $2,000-$6,500 |
| Smoke and soot removal | $1,200-$4,500 |
| Odor removal and deodorization | $600-$2,000 |
Does homeowner’s insurance cover fire restoration in Fort Myers?
Yes, fire is a standard covered peril on almost all Florida homeowner’s policies. What changes is how well the claim is paid, which is why we document every damaged room and every restoration step in writing. Call for a documented scope.
How fast can you board up a Fort Myers home after a fire?
Board-up and tarping usually happen the day you call. We send a measurement of the affected openings, secure the home, and then deliver a written reconstruction scope afterward. Call (629) 213-4606.
Sewage Cleanup in Fort Myers
Sewage cleanup in Fort Myers has a specific complication: the city’s flat topography and high water table mean a backed-up sewer line or a failed lift station fills a home with black water that doesn’t drain on its own, and weeks of seasonal vacancy allow that water to saturate concrete and drywall before anyone notices. Category 3 water requires full containment, removal, sanitization, and drying, not just carpet cleaning. Our Sewage Cleanup process is documented to IICRC standards and includes a written scope before anything is touched.
Sewer Backup Cleanup
Signs you need it
Multiple drains backing up at once, sewage smell from floor drains, or black water rising from outside the home’s slab after heavy rain.
What it costs in Fort Myers
Sewer backup cleanup in Fort Myers typically runs $1,800-$5,500, including extraction, contaminated material removal, and full sanitization of affected rooms.
How we do it
We extract standing water with truck-mounted units, cut and bag contaminated drywall and flooring, sanitize with EPA-registered antimicrobials, dry the structure, and run clearance air tests.
Black Water Extraction
Signs you need it
Standing water contains visible sewage solids or smells strongly of sewage, or the source is a toilet overflow or septic failure that contaminated your living space.
What it costs in Fort Myers
Black water extraction alone in Fort Myers runs $800-$2,500, with full restoration including removal, drying, and rebuild reaching $4,000-$10,000.
How we do it
We extract with equipment dedicated solely to Category 3 water, remove all porous materials that came into contact, sanitize the area, and run structural drying until moisture readings return to dry standard.
What Sewage Cleanup Costs in Fort Myers
| Item | Typical range in Fort Myers |
|---|---|
| Sewer backup cleanup | $1,800-$5,500 |
| Toilet overflow cleanup | $500-$1,800 |
| Black water extraction and sanitization | $800-$2,500 |
Is sewage cleanup covered by Florida homeowners insurance?
Often yes, if the backup was sudden and accidental. Sewer backup is a common endorsement, and we write our scope and photo record so your adjuster sees exactly what was contaminated. Call for a written assessment.
How soon can sewage cleanup start in Fort Myers?
Same day in almost every case. We maintain local equipment and a live dispatch line, so a crew can be on site within hours. Call (629) 213-4606.
Biohazard & Crime Scene Cleanup in Fort Myers
Biohazard and crime scene cleanup in Fort Myers often happens in homes that have been sealed shut for months, either because a resident passed away while the house was vacant for the season or because a traumatic event occurred and no one was there to report it. Florida’s heat and humidity accelerate decomposition and turn a containment job into an odor and insect problem far faster than in cooler climates. Our Biohazard & Crime Scene Cleanup work is performed by background-checked, uniformed technicians who document every step with photos and written scope.
Trauma & Unattended Death Cleanup
Signs you need it
A person passed away in the home and the body was not discovered for days or weeks, leaving biological fluids, odor, and insect activity throughout the space.
What it costs in Fort Myers
Unattended death cleanup in Fort Myers typically ranges from $2,500-$8,000, with more extensive decomposition cases reaching $10,000 or more.
How we do it
We remove affected flooring and drywall, sanitize all surfaces with hospital-grade disinfectants, run hydroxyl or ozone treatments for odor, and return the home to a clean, documented condition.
Blood & Bodily Fluid Cleanup
Signs you need it
Blood or other bodily fluids are present on floors, walls, or furnishings following an accident, crime, or medical event.
What it costs in Fort Myers
Blood cleanup in Fort Myers runs $1,200-$4,000 depending on the affected area and the depth of penetration into porous materials.
How we do it
We remove contaminated porous materials, clean and disinfect hard surfaces to hospital standards, HEPA-vacuum the space, and verify with ATP swab testing that the area is safe.
What Biohazard & Crime Scene Cleanup Costs in Fort Myers
| Item | Typical range in Fort Myers |
|---|---|
| Blood and bodily fluid cleanup | $1,200-$4,000 |
| Trauma and unattended death cleanup | $2,500-$8,000 |
| Hoarding cleanup | $2,000-$10,000 |
Does insurance cover biohazard cleanup in Fort Myers?
Most homeowner’s policies include some coverage for trauma scene cleanup, but the payout depends entirely on documentation. We give your adjuster an itemized written scope and a photo record on every visit. Call (629) 213-4606.
Can you clean a hoarded Fort Myers home without involving the authorities?
Yes. We work confidentially and without judgment. We sort, remove, sanitize, and leave the home ready for repair or sale, with a written inventory of what was removed and what was kept.
Reconstruction & Cleanup in Fort Myers
Reconstruction in Fort Myers almost always follows water, fire, or mold mitigation, and it almost always involves concrete block homes built before current Florida Building Code wind standards. That means re-tying roof sheathing, re-flashing low-slope roofs, and replacing original aluminum wiring on the same job where a remodel would have hidden costs. We write a fixed scope and a fixed price before demolition begins. Our Reconstruction & Cleanup team handles everything from drywall replacement to full home rebuilds.
Full-Service Reconstruction
Signs you need it
Damage extends to structural framing, electrical, plumbing, or load-bearing walls, or multiple rooms need to be rebuilt after a water or fire loss.
What it costs in Fort Myers
Full-service reconstruction in Fort Myers ranges from $15,000-$60,000 for a typical single-story home, with whole-home rebuilds exceeding $100,000 after major hurricane damage.
How we do it
We scope every room with written measurements, pull required permits, manage licensed subcontractors under our supervision, and hand you a signed 365-Day Done Right Promise when the job closes.
Drywall & Flooring Repair
Signs you need it
Drywall is water-damaged, smoke-stained, or mold-affected, or flooring has buckled, delaminated, or been removed during mitigation.
What it costs in Fort Myers
Drywall and flooring repair in Fort Myers typically runs $3,000-$10,000, with materials like terrazzo restoration on the higher end of that range.
How we do it
We hang and finish drywall to match your existing texture, install or refinish flooring to spec, and document every stage with photos for your claim file.
What Reconstruction & Cleanup Costs in Fort Myers
| Item | Typical range in Fort Myers |
|---|---|
| Drywall and flooring repair | $3,000-$10,000 |
| Full-service reconstruction | $15,000-$60,000 |
| Contents restoration and pack-out | $2,500-$8,000 |
Do I need a permit for reconstruction in Fort Myers?
Almost always, yes. Structural changes, electrical work, and most renovations in Lee County require permits, and we handle that process before any work starts. Call for a written scope that includes permitting.
How is reconstruction different from mitigation?
Mitigation stops the damage and stabilizes the home. Reconstruction rebuilds it. In Fort Myers, that means permitting, licensed trades, and a written contract with a warranty, all of which we provide.
Brands We Service in Fort Myers
We service and deploy equipment from the brands restoration professionals trust: Dri-Eaz, Phoenix, XPOWER, B-Air, and Injectidry. Parts for Fort Myers jobs are stocked locally, and our equipment turnaround on emergency deployments is same-day in most cases. See our brands for the full list.
Pricing for Damage Restoration in Fort Myers, FL
| Service | Typical range in Fort Myers |
|---|---|
| Mold inspection and testing | $350-$650 |
| Mold removal (small to mid-size) | $1,500-$4,800 |
| Black mold remediation | $2,000-$6,000 |
| Fire damage cleanup | $2,000-$6,500 |
| Smoke and soot removal | $1,200-$4,500 |
| Odor removal and deodorization | $600-$2,000 |
| Sewer backup cleanup | $1,800-$5,500 |
| Black water extraction and sanitization | $800-$2,500 |
| Trauma and unattended death cleanup | $2,500-$8,000 |
| Drywall and flooring repair | $3,000-$10,000 |
| Full-service reconstruction | $15,000-$60,000 |
Prices in Fort Myers run higher than inland Florida because saltwater intrusion requires chemical treatment and more aggressive drying, and because concrete block construction takes longer to dry than wood frame. Whatever the job, you get a written price before we start. Haven Standard, Clause 1.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Fort Myers
We cover the full Fort Myers metro, including the corridors where restoration work is most common and most complex.
- McGregor Boulevard
- Iona
- Fort Myers Beach
- Lehigh Acres
- Gateway
Our typical emergency response across Fort Myers is under 60 minutes for water and sewage jobs, with scheduled services like reconstruction and mold testing set for the earliest available window that fits your schedule.
Service Area - Cities Near Fort Myers
Our Fort Myers crews also serve the surrounding Lee County communities. We work regularly in North Fort Myers, FL, Cape Coral, FL, Lehigh Acres, FL, and Estero, FL, and we keep equipment staged for fast deployment across the entire metro area.
Serving Fort Myers, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Fort Myers area and know this community well. Use the map below to see our service coverage - if you’re nearby, we can almost certainly help.
FAQs About Damage Restoration in Fort Myers
For water, sewage, or storm damage, we typically arrive within 60 minutes of your call, and the live phone line is staffed 24/7. For scheduled work like mold remediation or reconstruction, we set a written start date when you approve the scope. Call (629) 213-4606.
It depends on your community. Many gated and master-planned communities in Fort Myers require approval for exterior work or dumpster placement. We handle the HOA paperwork as part of the written scope, so you’re not left managing approvals during an emergency.
We do. Our documentation package is built for adjusters: a written scope, a daily drying log with psychrometric data, and a room-by-room photo record on every visit. We coordinate directly with your insurer so the claim moves without you translating technical details.
What happens when you call
- 1A real person answersNo phone trees - talk to a local damage restoration pro.
- 2You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched. No surprises.
- 3We come out and measureLicensed & insured, at a time that suits you - the visit and the quote are both free.
- 4You get the price in writingLine-itemed, yours to keep, and nothing starts until you say go.
What Fort Myers Customers Say
"Professional through a genuinely awful week. Explained each stage before it happened."
- Kalila R."Burst supply line upstairs. They had equipment in the house within a few hours and told me honestly which flooring could be saved and which could not."
- Jarrod P."They photographed behind the baseboards before removing anything. That documentation is the only reason the claim covered the wall cavity."
- Noreen S.