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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Storm and disaster restoration in Hollywood typically costs $2,800-$8,500 for residential flooding, with emergency board-up and roof tarping starting at $450-$1,200. We’re Back to Dry Restoration, and we dispatch crews to Hollywood from our Miami office with live phone coverage 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at (754) 247-1426. Every job starts with a written price before work begins, documented to IICRC standards, and backed by our 365-Day Done Right Promise under The Haven Standard.
Why Hollywood Homes Are Different
Hollywood sits at sea level between the Atlantic Ocean and the Broward County canal network, creating dual flood vectors during major storms. Storm surge pushes water into barrier-island and Intracoastal properties from the east while the C-10 and C-11 SFWMD canals backflow into inland neighborhoods from the west, generating simultaneous multi-source flood claims across the entire city in a single event.
The housing stock splits sharply by geography. Inland Hollywood, west of US-1 and the FEC corridor, holds 1950s-1970s concrete block single-family homes with original flat or low-slope roofs prone to membrane failure and ponding damage. The eastern beach and Intracoastal zones, including the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk strip and communities like Golden Isles and Harbor Islands, concentrate 1960s-1980s mid-rise condos with aging plumbing chases, shared mechanical rooms, and minimal original waterproofing. These buildings now fall under Florida’s post-Champlain Towers milestone inspection law (SB 4-D), requiring structural integrity reviews for buildings 30+ years old. Restoration contractors routinely find that water or wind damage exposes spalling concrete or corroded rebar, triggering mandatory structural engineer sign-offs that freeze remediation until cleared, and sparking three-way disputes between HOAs, unit owners’ insurers, and building insurers over structural versus cosmetic damage.
Our Main Hollywood Services
Most calls from Hollywood homeowners involve water intrusion and mold, though fire and storm damage follow close behind during hurricane season.
Water Damage Restoration in Hollywood
Water damage in Hollywood spans inland roof ponding on aging flat membranes, burst plumbing chases in beachside condos, and storm-driven flooding from dual ocean and canal sources. We trace intrusion paths with moisture meters, document readings room-by-room, and produce daily drying logs to IICRC standards that support insurance claims. Our crews carry Injectidry and Dri-Eaz systems for cavity drying in concrete block construction. Water Damage Restoration in Hollywood covers the full scope from extraction through tertiary drying.
Mold Remediation in Hollywood
Hollywood’s humidity and aging building envelopes create chronic mold pressure, especially in Intracoastal condos with failed waterproofing and inland block homes with roof leaks. We identify affected square footage, classify materials by porosity, and deliver a written scope with photo documentation before any remediation begins. Air scrubbers and negative air machines contain spores during removal; post-remediation clearance testing verifies results. Mold Remediation in Hollywood includes our Free Second Opinion on any competitor’s written estimate.
Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration in Hollywood
Kitchen fires in compact condo units and electrical fires in aging inland homes drive most fire calls in Hollywood. Smoke travels through shared HVAC chases in multi-unit buildings, extending damage far beyond the ignition point. We document visible and hidden soot with photo records, scope structural versus contents damage separately, and coordinate direct adjuster billing where applicable. Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration in Hollywood includes contents pack-out and restoration when salvageable.
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.
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AfterStorm & Disaster Restoration in Hollywood
Hollywood’s coastal position and aging building stock make storm and disaster restoration a multi-layered job. When a named storm hits, we see simultaneous claims: storm surge flooding the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk corridor and barrier-island condos, wind-driven rain penetrating inland block homes with failing flat roofs, and canal backflow reaching neighborhoods west of US-1. The 1960s-1980s mid-rise condos along the Intracoastal present a specific complication under SB 4-D, where wind-driven water intrusion often exposes spalling concrete or corroded rebar in shared structural walls, triggering mandatory structural engineer clearance before remediation can proceed. We build this regulatory pause into every timeline and communicate it to adjusters upfront. Storm & Disaster Restoration is our most called service in Hollywood during hurricane season.
Flood Damage Restoration
Signs you need it
Standing water in living spaces, water lines on drywall, buckled flooring, or saturated insulation after storm surge, canal backflow, or roof failure.
What it costs in Hollywood
Flood damage restoration in Hollywood typically ranges $2,800-$8,500 for residential jobs, with commercial or multi-unit condo projects running higher depending on affected square footage and structural holds.
How we do it
We extract standing water with truck-mounted or portable systems, remove unsalvageable materials classified by porosity, deploy Dri-Eaz and Phoenix dehumidifiers with air movers to establish vapor pressure differential, and produce daily moisture logs until readings return to dry standard.
Emergency Board-Up
Signs you need it
Broken windows, compromised doors, or structural openings from wind debris or vehicle impact that expose the interior to further water intrusion or security risk.
What it costs in Hollywood
Emergency board-up in Hollywood typically runs $450-$1,200 depending on opening count, height access, and whether marine-grade materials are needed for salt-air exposure.
How we do it
We measure each opening, cut plywood or polycarbonate panels to fit, secure with framing anchors rated for wind load, and photo-document the installation for the adjuster’s file.
What Storm & Disaster Restoration Costs in Hollywood
| Item | Typical range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Flood damage restoration (residential) | $2,800 - $8,500 |
| Emergency board-up | $450 - $1,200 |
| Roof tarping | $350 - $950 |
How long does storm damage restoration take in Hollywood?
Residential flood jobs typically run 3-7 days for drying, plus any SB 4-D structural hold. Full reconstruction adds weeks. We provide a written timeline with the initial scope. Call (754) 247-1426 for a specific estimate.
Will insurance cover storm damage restoration in Hollywood?
Most homeowners policies cover wind-driven rain and storm damage, though flood from surge or canal backflow requires separate flood coverage. We photo-document everything and coordinate directly with your adjuster. Call (754) 247-1426 to review your policy specifics.
Sewage Cleanup in Hollywood
Sewage backups in Hollywood concentrate in two building types: aging inland block homes with original cast-iron or clay sewer laterals that crack under root intrusion or ground shift, and 1960s-1980s Intracoastal condos with shared vertical waste stacks where one upper-unit blockage floods multiple floors below. The flat terrain and high water table mean sewage doesn’t drain naturally; it pools in crawl spaces and slab-adjacent soil, creating Category 3 black water conditions that require full contamination protocols. We treat every sewage job as a biohazard from the first drop. Sewage Cleanup follows IICRC S500 and S520 standards with documented photo records on every visit.
Sewage Backup Cleanup
Signs you need it
Multiple drains backing up simultaneously, gurgling toilets, sewage odor from floor drains, or visible black water emerging from cleanouts or slab penetrations.
What it costs in Hollywood
Sewage backup cleanup in Hollywood typically ranges $1,800-$5,500 depending on contamination spread, affected square footage, and whether the plume reached wall cavities or HVAC systems.
How we do it
We establish containment with polyethylene barriers and negative air pressure, extract black water with sealed disposal systems, remove porous materials that contacted sewage, apply EPA-registered disinfectant to non-porous surfaces, and verify dryness and sanitation with ATP testing before rebuild.
Toilet Overflow Cleanup
Signs you need it
Overflow reaching beyond the bathroom, seeping under flooring, or affecting adjacent rooms, especially in condos where shared drain lines compound the backup source.
What it costs in Hollywood
Toilet overflow cleanup in Hollywood typically runs $800-$2,400 for contained bathroom jobs, escalating to $3,500+ if the plume traveled to subflooring or lower units in multi-floor buildings.
How we do it
We stop the source, extract standing contamination, remove affected flooring and baseboards classified by porosity, treat subflooring with antimicrobial, and dry with Injectidry mat systems before replacement.
What Sewage Cleanup Costs in Hollywood
| Item | Typical range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Sewage backup cleanup | $1,800 - $5,500 |
| Toilet overflow cleanup | $800 - $2,400 |
| Black water extraction (per affected area) | $1,200 - $3,800 |
Is sewage cleanup covered by insurance in Hollywood?
Most policies cover sudden sewage backup if you have sewer backup endorsement; gradual line failure is often excluded. We document the loss cause with photos and written findings to support your claim. Call (754) 247-1426 for a Free Second Opinion on any estimate.
How fast can you respond to a sewage backup in Hollywood?
Live dispatch answers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and crews typically arrive within 90 minutes for active sewage emergencies. Every minute matters with Category 3 water. Call (754) 247-1426 now.
Biohazard & Crime Scene Cleanup in Hollywood
Biohazard calls in Hollywood span the full housing geography: unattended deaths in aging inland block homes where decomposition goes undetected in Florida heat, trauma incidents in beachside condos with shared hallways requiring discrete containment, and infectious disease disinfection in multi-unit buildings where HVAC interconnection threatens cross-contamination. The dense condo corridors along Hollywood Beach Broadwalk and Harbor Islands present specific challenges, limited elevator access, high foot traffic, and HOA notification requirements, that demand protocols balancing thoroughness with discretion. We arrive in unmarked vehicles when requested, carry full PPE and ATP verification equipment, and produce documentation that satisfies law enforcement clearance and insurance subrogation alike. Biohazard & Crime Scene Cleanup follows OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1030, EPA, and Florida Department of Health guidelines.
Trauma & Unattended Death Cleanup
Signs you need it
Discovery of a body after extended time, bodily fluid saturation of porous materials, or odor indicating decomposition requiring professional remediation beyond standard cleaning.
What it costs in Hollywood
Trauma and unattended death cleanup in Hollywood typically ranges $3,500-$12,000 depending on decomposition stage, affected square footage, structural material replacement needs, and HVAC contamination extent.
How we do it
We secure law enforcement release, establish biohazard containment with negative air pressure, remove all compromised porous materials, treat structural surfaces with hospital-grade disinfectant, verify elimination of biological material with ATP testing, and provide photo-documented clearance for insurance and property records.
Infectious Disease Disinfection
Signs you need it
Confirmed or suspected infectious disease exposure in a residential or commercial space, especially in multi-unit Hollywood buildings with shared ventilation requiring whole-system evaluation.
What it costs in Hollywood
Infectious disease disinfection in Hollywood typically runs $1,200-$4,500 for residential units, with whole-floor or building protocols in condos escalating based on square footage and HVAC complexity.
How we do it
We identify all high-touch and aerosol-deposition zones, apply EPA List N disinfectant via electrostatic sprayer and manual wipe to ensure full contact time, and document treatment areas with photo records for property management and health department compliance.
What Biohazard & Crime Scene Cleanup Costs in Hollywood
| Item | Typical range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Trauma & unattended death cleanup | $3,500 - $12,000 |
| Crime scene cleanup | $2,800 - $8,500 |
| Infectious disease disinfection | $1,200 - $4,500 |
Who pays for crime scene cleanup in Hollywood?
Florida victims’ compensation may cover costs for violent crimes; property insurance often covers accidental deaths. We work directly with adjusters and provide the documented scope they require. Call (754) 247-1426 to discuss your situation.
How discreet is biohazard cleanup in Hollywood condos?
We use unmarked vehicles on request, schedule around building traffic patterns, and communicate only with designated contacts. HOA and building management coordination is handled without resident notification beyond required parties. Call (754) 247-1426 to arrange confidential service.
Reconstruction & Cleanup in Hollywood
Reconstruction in Hollywood follows a predictable pattern after restoration: inland block homes need drywall, flooring, and sometimes roof structure replacement after water or fire damage, while Intracoastal condos require matching finishes to 1960s-1980s specifications and navigating HOA architectural review boards that scrutinize every material change. The SB 4-D milestone inspection law adds a critical checkpoint, any reconstruction touching shared structural elements requires engineer sign-off before permits issue, extending timelines by weeks if not anticipated in the initial scope. We build this into every written price and timeline, and our photo records from the restoration phase become the baseline documentation for reconstruction planning. Reconstruction & Cleanup is scoped, scheduled, and priced in writing like a remodel, never rushed.
Drywall & Flooring Repair
Signs you need it
Water-stained or sagging drywall, buckled or delaminated flooring, or fire-damaged wall and floor assemblies requiring removal and replacement to pre-loss condition.
What it costs in Hollywood
Drywall and flooring repair in Hollywood typically ranges $2,200-$7,500 depending on room count, material grade match requirements, and whether condo HOA specifications mandate specific products or installation methods.
How we do it
We remove damaged materials to the stud or subfloor, dry and treat remaining structure to IICRC standards, install replacement drywall or flooring matched to existing finish, and photo-document each phase for adjuster approval and HOA compliance.
Contents Restoration & Pack-Out
Signs you need it
Smoke- or water-damaged personal property, furniture, or electronics that require off-site cleaning, deodorization, or specialized restoration before reinstallation.
What it costs in Hollywood
Contents pack-out and restoration in Hollywood typically runs $1,800-$6,000 depending on item count, cleaning complexity, and storage duration during structural reconstruction.
How we do it
We inventory every item with photo documentation, pack with protective materials, transport to our climate-controlled facility for ultrasonic, ozone, or specialized cleaning as appropriate, and return items with chain-of-custody records when reconstruction completes.
What Reconstruction & Cleanup Costs in Hollywood
| Item | Typical range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Drywall & flooring repair | $2,200 - $7,500 |
| Contents restoration & pack-out | $1,800 - $6,000 |
| Full-service reconstruction (per room) | $4,500 - $15,000 |
How long does reconstruction take in Hollywood?
Single-room drywall and flooring jobs run 1-2 weeks; whole-home reconstruction after major damage takes 6-16 weeks. SB 4-D structural holds and HOA review add time we build into the written scope. Call (754) 247-1426 for a specific timeline and price.
Do you handle HOA requirements for Hollywood condos?
Yes. We submit material samples, work within HOA architectural guidelines, and coordinate engineer sign-offs when shared structural elements are involved. Our photo records support every compliance step. Call (754) 247-1426 to review your building’s requirements.
Brands We Service in Hollywood
We stock and service professional-grade drying and cleaning equipment from Dri-Eaz, Phoenix, XPOWER, B-Air, and Injectidry, with Injectidry cavity-drying systems particularly essential for Hollywood’s concrete block construction. Parts and replacement units are available through our Miami office with same-day or next-day turnaround for most Hollywood locations. See our brands for full specifications.
Pricing for Damage Restoration in Hollywood, FL
| Service | Typical range in Hollywood |
|---|---|
| Flood damage restoration | $2,800 - $8,500 |
| Emergency board-up | $450 - $1,200 |
| Roof tarping | $350 - $950 |
| Sewage backup cleanup | $1,800 - $5,500 |
| Toilet overflow cleanup | $800 - $2,400 |
| Black water extraction | $1,200 - $3,800 |
| Trauma & unattended death cleanup | $3,500 - $12,000 |
| Crime scene cleanup | $2,800 - $8,500 |
| Infectious disease disinfection | $1,200 - $4,500 |
| Drywall & flooring repair | $2,200 - $7,500 |
| Contents restoration & pack-out | $1,800 - $6,000 |
| Full-service reconstruction (per room) | $4,500 - $15,000 |
Prices in Hollywood push higher when SB 4-D structural engineer holds extend timelines, when condo HOA specifications require premium material matches, or when dual flood vectors from ocean and canal sources compound damage severity. Haven Standard, Clause 1: every job receives a written price before work begins, with no scope-creep additions once the crew is inside.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Hollywood
We dispatch crews throughout Hollywood from our Miami office, with typical response times under 90 minutes for active emergencies across the city.
- Hollywood Beach Broadwalk corridor
- Golden Isles
- Harbor Islands
- Hollywood Hills
- West Hollywood (west of US-1)
Service Area - Cities Near Hollywood
Back to Dry Restoration serves Hollywood and surrounding Broward and Miami-Dade communities. Our crews regularly work in Fort Lauderdale, FL, Miami Gardens, FL, Plantation, FL, and Pembroke Pines, FL, with scheduling and dispatch coordinated from our Miami office.
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
Most water and fire restoration does not require permits, but any structural repair in a building subject to SB 4-D needs structural engineer sign-off before work proceeds. We identify permit triggers during assessment and include them in the written scope. Call (754) 247-1426 to review your specific situation.
We submit material samples, coordinate with building management, and provide the photo documentation and engineer clearances that HOAs require. Our written scope specifies every compliance step before work begins. Call (754) 247-1426 to discuss your building’s process.
We serve all Hollywood neighborhoods from the beach to the western canal corridor, including Hollywood Beach Broadwalk, Golden Isles, Harbor Islands, Hollywood Hills, and all areas west of US-1. Crews dispatch from our Miami office with live coordination. Call (754) 247-1426 for service anywhere in Hollywood.
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."They photographed behind the baseboards before removing anything. That documentation is the only reason the claim covered the wall cavity."
- Noreen S.