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.
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AfterDamage Restoration in Hollywood, FL
Mold remediation in Hollywood typically costs between $1,800 and $6,500 depending on the affected square footage and whether the growth sits behind walls or inside HVAC ducts. Our crews handle everything from attic mold in 1920s Spanish Colonial homes to black mold inside the clay-sewer-adjacent crawl spaces common in the Hollywood Hills. Call (629) 213-4606 and we’ll give you a written price before any work starts.
Why Hollywood Homes Are Different
Hollywood sits directly at the wildland-urban interface of the Hollywood Hills, where Santa Ana wind-driven fire and smoke events routinely damage hillside residential properties each autumn. Those same denuded slopes then funnel debris flows and mudslides onto downslope properties after winter atmospheric river rains. This wildfire-to-mudslide cascade is the defining, recurring damage sequence here and it means restoration contractors in Hollywood must be credentialed for both fire/smoke remediation and post-storm structural mud removal as a standard package.
The housing stock compounds the problem. Most of Hollywood’s residential base is 1920s to 1940s Spanish Colonial Revival, Craftsman bungalows, and multi-unit Art Deco apartment buildings. Many retain original galvanized supply lines that corrode and fail, clay sewer laterals that crack under root pressure, and aging flat built-up roofing membranes highly susceptible to water intrusion. Hillside properties add wood-frame construction on steep lots with retaining walls and drainage systems that were never engineered to handle debris-laden post-fire runoff. When a 1930s bungalow in the flats takes on water during a storm and a hillside home on Nichols Canyon Road gets hit with mud in the same week, the restoration approach is completely different.
Our Main Hollywood Services
Two services get the most calls from Hollywood homeowners, and both have dedicated pages with full pricing and local detail.
Water Damage Restoration in Hollywood
Flat built-up roofs on pre-war apartment buildings and aging galvanized supply lines inside 1930s bungalows are the two most common water damage sources we see across Hollywood. A pinhole leak behind a lath-and-plaster wall can go unnoticed for weeks, saturating original hardwood flooring and wicking into baseboards before anyone sees a stain. Our Water Damage Restoration in Hollywood page covers moisture mapping, drying timelines, and the psychrometric data we log on every visit.
Storm & Disaster Restoration in Hollywood
When atmospheric river rain hits fire-scarred hillside soil, the runoff carries mud, ash, and debris straight into downslope Hollywood properties. Homeowners in the Hollywood Hills and along canyon roads deal with flash flooding and structural mud intrusion that flat neighboring communities never see. Our Storm & Disaster Restoration in Hollywood page explains debris flow response, structural mud removal, and the documentation we build for insurance claims.
What happens when you call
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A real person answersNo phone trees - you reach a local pro.
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You get an upfront price rangeHonest numbers before anyone is dispatched.
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A background-checked tech heads outLicensed & insured, dispatched right away.
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You approve before work beginsNothing starts until you say go.
BeforeAfterMold Remediation in Hollywood
Mold in Hollywood homes is rarely a mystery. The combination of 1920s to 1940s construction, original clay sewer laterals, and flat built-up roofs means water finds its way into wall cavities and crawl spaces, then sits there. When Santa Ana winds push relative humidity below 10 percent, it dries the surface and hides the problem; when the rains return, the growth inside spreads. Our Mold Remediation process starts with a written scope and moisture readings, not a guess.
Mold Inspection & Testing
Signs you need it
A persistent musty odor in a 1930s bungalow, visible staining on lath-and-plaster walls, or a history of roof leaks on a flat built-up membrane all warrant testing.
What it costs in Hollywood
Mold inspection and testing in Hollywood typically runs $350 to $850, with the higher end covering air sampling in hillside properties with multiple living levels.
How we do it
We run air samples and surface swabs, document moisture readings room by room, and deliver a written report that separates active growth from staining.
Mold Removal
Signs you need it
Discoloration on drywall in a bathroom with original clay plumbing, or visible growth inside a crawl space near a cracked sewer lateral, means removal is already overdue.
What it costs in Hollywood
Mold removal in Hollywood generally runs $2,000 to $6,000, depending on whether the affected drywall sits behind original plaster or modern gypsum.
How we do it
We contain the affected area with negative air pressure, remove and bag contaminated material, clean the framing with antimicrobials, and verify clearance with post-remediation sampling.
Black Mold Remediation
Signs you need it
Dark green-black staining on water-damaged wood inside a vented crawl space or behind a failed supply line is Stachybotrys until testing says otherwise.
What it costs in Hollywood
Black mold remediation in Hollywood typically falls between $2,500 and $7,500, with the high end reflecting multi-room spread in hillside homes.
How we do it
We follow the same containment and removal protocol as standard mold work, but add HEPA vacuuming of exposed framing and repeated air clearance sampling before we remove barriers.
Air Quality Restoration
Signs you need it
Occupants with persistent sinus irritation, coughing, or worsened asthma in a pre-war home with no visible mold likely have airborne spores in the duct system.
What it costs in Hollywood
Air quality restoration in Hollywood usually runs $1,200 to $3,200, including HEPA air scrubbing and HVAC sanitization.
How we do it
We deploy professional-grade HEPA air scrubbers, flush the ductwork, and run before-and-after particle counts so you can see the reduction in measurable terms.
What Mold Remediation Costs in Hollywood
| Item | Typical range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Mold Inspection & Testing | $350 - $850 |
| Mold Removal | $2,000 - $6,000 |
| Black Mold Remediation | $2,500 - $7,500 |
Will my insurance cover mold remediation in Hollywood?
It depends on the source of the water that caused it. Sudden pipe failures and storm-related intrusions are usually covered; long-term seepage or maintenance issues often are not. We photograph everything, log daily moisture readings, and document the cause so your claim has evidence behind it.
How long does mold remediation take in Hollywood?
Most Hollywood jobs finish in three to seven days. Containment goes up on day one, removal happens over the next one to three days, then clearance testing confirms the air is clean before we break down. Hillside homes with multiple affected levels run longer. Call (629) 213-4606 for a written timeline.
Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration in Hollywood
Santa Ana wind events in Hollywood push sustained gusts over 50 mph with relative humidity dropping below 10 percent, driving fine smoke and ash deep into HVAC systems and porous historic masonry. Homes in the Hollywood Hills and along canyon roads face direct fire exposure, while properties miles from any flame still need duct decontamination and structural soot removal after a wind-driven burn. Our Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration work is built around a documented scope, room-by-room, so your insurer sees exactly what was damaged and what we did about it.
Smoke & Soot Removal
Signs you need it
Gray to black films on walls, ceilings, and fabrics after a nearby hillside burn, plus a campfire smell that worsens when the HVAC cycles on, means soot is already permeating surfaces.
What it costs in Hollywood
Smoke and soot removal in Hollywood generally runs $1,500 to $4,500, with the high end covering multi-story hillside homes with open floor plans.
How we do it
We dry-sponge and HEPA-vacuum every affected surface, then use thermal fogging and hydroxyl generators to neutralize odor at the molecular level.
Odor Removal & Deodorization
Signs you need it
A lingering smoke smell that returns every time the furnace kicks on, or odors trapped in original lath-and-plaster walls, means surface cleaning alone is not enough.
What it costs in Hollywood
Odor removal and deodorization in Hollywood typically costs $1,000 to $3,000, depending on the number of rooms and whether duct cleaning is required.
How we do it
We identify the exact surfaces holding odor, seal and fog affected rooms, and treat HVAC ductwork so the smell does not recirculate.
Contents Cleaning & Pack-Out
Signs you need it
Clothing, upholstery, books, and electronics in the same rooms as soot contamination need professional cleaning, not a lint roller.
What it costs in Hollywood
Contents cleaning and pack-out in Hollywood usually runs $2,000 to $6,000, based on the volume of items and whether storage is needed during reconstruction.
How we do it
We inventory every item with photos, pack and transport contents to a clean facility, clean each piece to the appropriate standard, and return everything with a signed inventory.
What Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration Costs in Hollywood
| Item | Typical range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Smoke & Soot Removal | $1,500 - $4,500 |
| Odor Removal & Deodorization | $1,000 - $3,000 |
| Contents Cleaning & Pack-Out | $2,000 - $6,000 |
How fast can you get here after a fire in Hollywood?
Our emergency line has a live person on it 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. After a hillside burn or a kitchen fire in a Hollywood flat, we typically have a crew on site within hours. Call (629) 213-4606.
Does smoke damage require full fire restoration?
Not always. We assess the affected square footage, document soot levels on each surface, and write a scope that separates what needs cleaning from what needs replacement. You get a written price before any work starts, and you approve the line items first.
Sewage Cleanup in Hollywood
Clay sewer laterals in 1920s and 1930s Hollywood homes crack under root pressure and age, and when they fail, black water backs up into basements, crawl spaces, and ground-level bathrooms. The problem gets worse on hillside lots where old cast-iron stacks run through original framing. Our Sewage Cleanup crews extract, sanitize, and document every square foot of affected material so the claim file matches the work on site.
Sewage Backup Cleanup
Signs you need it
Multiple drains backing up at once, a sewage smell from floor drains, or visible black water pooling in a basement or crawl space means the lateral has failed.
What it costs in Hollywood
Sewage backup cleanup in Hollywood typically runs $2,500 to $7,000, with the high end covering saturated original hardwood and lath-and-plaster walls.
How we do it
We extract the black water, cut and remove contaminated drywall and flooring, pressure-wash the affected framing, and run industrial air movers until moisture readings return to baseline.
Black Water Extraction
Signs you need it
Standing water that smells of sewage, contains visible solids, or has been sitting for more than a few hours is classified as black water and requires full extraction and disinfection.
What it costs in Hollywood
Black water extraction in Hollywood generally runs $2,000 to $5,500, depending on the affected square footage and whether crawl space access is restricted.
How we do it
We extract with truck-mounted and portable units, remove contaminated porous materials, disinfect all remaining surfaces, and verify with post-remediation moisture and swab testing.
Sanitization & Disinfection
Signs you need it
After any black water event, porous materials that remain on site, including wood framing and concrete, must be disinfected to IICRC standards before reconstruction can begin.
What it costs in Hollywood
Sanitization and disinfection in Hollywood typically runs $800 to $2,400 as an add-on scope, based on the square footage treated.
How we do it
We apply EPA-registered antimicrobials to every affected surface, document the product and application rate, and record swab results before signing off the area.
What Sewage Cleanup Costs in Hollywood
| Item | Typical range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Sewage Backup Cleanup | $2,500 - $7,000 |
| Black Water Extraction | $2,000 - $5,500 |
| Sanitization & Disinfection | $800 - $2,400 |
Will insurance cover a sewage backup in Hollywood?
Most homeowners policies cover sudden and accidental sewage backups, but coverage limits vary. We photograph the damage before and after, document the cause, and provide a written scope that aligns with what your adjuster needs. Call (629) 213-4606 and we’ll walk through it with you.
Do I really need full sewage remediation, or is a cleaning enough?
If black water touched drywall, flooring, or insulation, that material must be removed. Cleaning the surface while contaminated material stays behind leaves pathogens inside the wall cavity. We show you the moisture readings and the material condition, then you approve the scope in writing before any demo starts.
Biohazard & Crime Scene Cleanup in Hollywood
Biohazard work in Hollywood comes in forms most contractors will not touch: an unattended death in a 1940s Art Deco apartment, a crime scene in a Hollywood Hills home, or a hoarding condition inside a rent-controlled bungalow on a canyon street. The work requires containment, bloodborne pathogen handling, and disposal documentation that meets county health standards. Our Biohazard & Crime Scene Cleanup crews handle it with the same written scope and photo record we produce on every other job, so families have a paper trail when dealing with insurers and landlords.
Crime Scene Cleanup
Signs you need it
After law enforcement releases a scene, blood and bodily fluids that have penetrated flooring, drywall, or upholstery require professional removal and disinfection.
What it costs in Hollywood
Crime scene cleanup in Hollywood typically runs $2,500 to $8,000, based on the affected area and the materials that must be removed.
How we do it
We contain the scene, remove all contaminated material, disinfect surfaces with EPA-registered products, and provide disposal documentation for every biohazard load.
Trauma & Unattended Death Cleanup
Signs you need it
When a death goes undiscovered for days, bodily fluids absorb into flooring and subfloor, producing odor and creating a biohazard that cannot be handled by standard cleaning.
What it costs in Hollywood
Trauma and unattended death cleanup in Hollywood generally runs $2,000 to $7,000, with the high end covering multi-room contamination in older apartments.
How we do it
We remove all affected material down to clean substrate, treat remaining surfaces, run hydroxyl machines until odor clears, and document every step for the property owner’s file.
Hoarding Cleanup
Signs you need it
When a property becomes so cluttered that pathways are blocked and waste or animal remains are present, it needs a structured cleanup with biohazard protocols.
What it costs in Hollywood
Hoarding cleanup in Hollywood typically runs $3,000 to $12,000, depending on volume, access, and whether structural repairs are needed after removal.
How we do it
We work with you to sort salvageable items, remove debris, clean and disinfect the structure, and hand you a written inventory of everything removed and retained.
What Biohazard & Crime Scene Cleanup Costs in Hollywood
| Item | Typical range in Hollywood |
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| Crime Scene Cleanup | $2,500 - $8,000 |
| Trauma & Unattended Death Cleanup | $2,000 - $7,000 |
| Hoarding Cleanup | $3,000 - $12,000 |
Who handles biohazard disposal in Hollywood?
We do, and we document it. Every biohazard load gets a signed disposal manifest that shows where the material went and that it was handled per county regulations. Insurers and estate attorneys both read that paper trail.
Can you help coordinate with law enforcement or property managers?
Yes. We have worked on scenes across Hollywood apartments, hillside homes, and commercial buildings in the Boulevard corridor. We coordinate access with the property owner and follow the release paperwork law enforcement provides before we enter. Call (629) 213-4606 anytime.
Reconstruction & Cleanup in Hollywood
Reconstruction in a vintage Hollywood home means matching original details: plaster walls that need lath repair, hardwood floors that must be sourced to period, tile work in Art Deco bathrooms that cannot be replaced with standard big-box stock. For contributing buildings along the Hollywood Boulevard Commercial and Entertainment District, fire or water damage triggers federal Section 106 review, and we coordinate with the LA Office of Historic Resources on materials and finishes. Our Reconstruction & Cleanup work is scoped, priced in writing, and scheduled like a remodel, because that is exactly what it is.
Full-Service Reconstruction
Signs you need it
After water, fire, or mold removal has opened walls and removed flooring, a home needs licensed reconstruction to return it to occupied condition.
What it costs in Hollywood
Full-service reconstruction in Hollywood generally runs $15,000 to $120,000, with period-matched finishes and hillside access both pushing the number up.
How we do it
We write a line-item scope, get your written approval, then handle framing, drywall, flooring, paint, and finish work under one documented contract.
Drywall & Flooring Repair
Signs you need it
Water-stained ceilings, fire-damaged walls, or flooring removed during remediation all need repair before a Hollywood property can be reoccupied or sold.
What it costs in Hollywood
Drywall and flooring repair in Hollywood typically runs $3,500 to $22,000, depending on square footage and whether original hardwood must be sourced.
How we do it
We match the existing material, install to current code, and document the work with photos at every stage so the file matches the invoice.
Contents Restoration & Pack-Out
Signs you need it
When furniture, rugs, artwork, and clothing from a damaged Hollywood home need cleaning while the structure is being rebuilt, a pack-out keeps them safe.
What it costs in Hollywood
Contents restoration and pack-out in Hollywood generally runs $2,000 to $8,000, based on volume and the level of cleaning required.
How we do it
We inventory, photograph, pack, transport, clean, and store contents, then return them with a signed item-by-item inventory after reconstruction finishes.
What Reconstruction & Cleanup Costs in Hollywood
| Item | Typical range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Full-Service Reconstruction | $15,000 - $120,000 |
| Drywall & Flooring Repair | $3,500 - $22,000 |
| Contents Restoration & Pack-Out | $2,000 - $8,000 |
Does reconstruction in Hollywood require permits?
Most structural work does, and hillside lots often add geological and drainage review on top of standard building permits. We pull the permits, coordinate with the LA Office of Historic Resources when a contributing building is involved, and keep the paperwork in one file for you.
How do you price reconstruction work?
Line by line, in writing, before any work begins. Haven Standard, Clause 1. You get a scope that lists materials, labor, and timeline, and you approve it before a crew shows up. Call (629) 213-4606 and we’ll put it together.
Brands We Service in Hollywood
Our Hollywood crews deploy drying systems from B-Air, XPOWER, and Injectidry, selected for the job based on the class and category of water loss. Parts and replacement units are stocked locally, so a failed air mover or dehumidifier gets swapped same day rather than stalling a drying log. See our brands for the full equipment list.
Pricing for Damage Restoration in Hollywood, FL
| Service | Typical range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Mold Inspection & Testing | $350 - $850 |
| Mold Removal | $2,000 - $6,000 |
| Black Mold Remediation | $2,500 - $7,500 |
| Air Quality Restoration | $1,200 - $3,200 |
| Smoke & Soot Removal | $1,500 - $4,500 |
| Contents Cleaning & Pack-Out | $2,000 - $6,000 |
| Sewage Backup Cleanup | $2,500 - $7,000 |
| Black Water Extraction | $2,000 - $5,500 |
| Crime Scene Cleanup | $2,500 - $8,000 |
| Hoarding Cleanup | $3,000 - $12,000 |
| Full-Service Reconstruction | $15,000 - $120,000 |
| Drywall & Flooring Repair | $3,500 - $22,000 |
Hillside access, period-matched materials, Section 106 review on Boulevard corridor contributing buildings, and multi-story layouts all push Hollywood pricing toward the high end of each range. Whatever the number, you get it in writing before we start, with no scope-creep additions once the crew is inside.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Hollywood
Our crews work throughout Hollywood, from the flats around Melrose to the hillside streets off Nichols Canyon, Beachwood, and Laurel Canyon. We’re on the road across the area daily, and a live person answers the phone 24 hours a day.
- Hollywood Hills
- Beachwood Canyon
- Nichols Canyon
- Hollywood Boulevard corridor
- Melrose Hill
Service Area - Cities Near Hollywood
We also serve homeowners in North Miami Beach, FL, Fort Lauderdale, FL, Miami Gardens, FL, and Plantation, FL. Dispatch and scheduling are coordinated from our Miami (South FL) office, with crews serving Hollywood locally.
Serving Hollywood, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Hollywood 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 Hollywood
Our emergency line has a live person on it 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. For water, sewage, and fire calls in Hollywood, we typically have a crew on site within a few hours. Call (629) 213-4606 and you will speak to a person, not a voicemail tree.
Structural reconstruction usually requires city permits, and hillside lots often add geological and drainage review. If your home sits in the historic Boulevard corridor, federal Section 106 review may also apply. We handle the permitting and documentation, and we flag any review layer in your written scope before work starts.
We write the full scope before work begins, line by line, and you approve it in writing. That is Haven Standard, Clause 1. We also provide daily photo records and moisture logs, so you can see exactly what was done and why each charge exists. No scope-creep additions once the crew is inside.
Call (629) 213-4606 for a free estimate and a written price before any work begins. Alicia Brennan leads our team, and every job gets the 365-Day Done Right Promise under The Haven Standard.
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 Hollywood Customers Say
"The crew was licensed and every name was on the paperwork. Small thing when strangers are in your house for five days."
- Duncan A."Daily moisture readings, written down, room by room. When the adjuster questioned the drying time they sent the log and the conversation ended."
- Constance E."Professional through a genuinely awful week. Explained each stage before it happened."
- Kalila R.