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 Palm Beach typically runs $3,500-$18,000 depending on whether you’re dealing with wind-driven rain through a barrel tile roof or full storm surge from both the Atlantic and Intracoastal simultaneously. Most emergency calls reach a live person in under 60 seconds, and crews are dispatched with written scopes and photo-documentation kits already loaded. Call (754) 247-1426 when damage is active - we answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with no voicemail.
We built Back to Dry around the documentation gap that costs homeowners their insurance claims. Every Palm Beach job starts with a written price before work begins, includes a photo record on every visit, and carries our 365-Day Done Right Promise under The Haven Standard. Alicia Brennan founded the company in 2011 after years as a claims adjuster watching sloppy paperwork turn legitimate losses into denied claims.
Why Palm Beach Homes Are Different
Palm Beach sits on a narrow barrier island with the Atlantic to the east and the Intracoastal Waterway to the west. Major hurricanes can push storm surge from both directions at once - a flooding dynamic mainland West Palm Beach never faces. The majority of ultra-luxury estates here are owned by seasonal residents who vacate from roughly May through November, the exact overlap with hurricane season, so water intrusion, mold, and structural damage routinely go undetected for weeks inside multi-million-dollar properties.
The housing stock is dominated by Mediterranean Revival and Regency-style estates built largely in the 1920s-1940s in the Addison Mizner tradition. Coral keystone construction, hollow-tile masonry, barrel clay tile roofs, and lime plaster interiors absorb moisture differently than modern drywall and require specialty sourcing during restoration. The Architectural Review Preservation Board enforces strict standards on exterior and historic-structure work, meaning contractors must document and replicate original finishes rather than substitute modern equivalents.
Being fully exposed to salt-laden air on both flanks accelerates corrosion of HVAC components, electrical panels, and structural steel at rates far exceeding inland South Florida. The island’s low elevation and high water table mean groundwater intrusion into slabs and crawlspaces is a recurrent issue after sustained rainfall, independent of direct storm surge. Many properties use coral keystone in foundation and garden walls - the stone is porous, wicks moisture aggressively, and cannot simply be dried with standard desiccant protocols.
Our Main Palm Beach Services
Most calls from Palm Beach homeowners fall into two categories: sudden water intrusion from storms or plumbing, and the mold that follows when seasonal properties sit closed during humid months. We also handle fire and smoke damage from electrical fires in aging systems. Each service page details pricing, documentation protocols, and how The Haven Standard applies.
Water Damage Restoration in Palm Beach
Water damage in Palm Beach demands faster response than inland markets because salt-laden air accelerates corrosion once moisture breaches electrical panels or HVAC components. Our crews deploy Dri-Eaz and Phoenix dehumidification systems with daily psychrometric logging - the moisture readings, vapor pressure differentials, and tertiary drying progress that turn restoration invoices into payable claims. We document every square foot of affected coral keystone, hollow-tile masonry, and lime plaster with the specificity the Architectural Review Preservation Board requires for any subsequent reconstruction. Water Damage Restoration in Palm Beach
Mold Remediation in Palm Beach
Mold in Palm Beach often festers undetected in seasonal estates closed during the humid summer months, with colonies established behind lime plaster and inside coral keystone walls before owners return. Our remediation includes containment under negative air pressure, HEPA filtration, and material-specific protocols for historic finishes that cannot be stripped and replaced with standard drywall. Every remediation concludes with a written clearance report, photo documentation, and the 365-Day Done Right Promise. Mold Remediation in Palm Beach
Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration in Palm Beach
Fire damage in Palm Beach’s historic estates presents unique challenges: lime plaster walls trap smoke odor differently than modern drywall, and barrel clay tile roofs require careful evaluation after heat exposure. Our restoration includes soot removal from coral keystone surfaces, thermal fogging for odor penetration in historic cavities, and documentation for the ARPB when exterior reconstruction matches original finishes. We coordinate directly with adjusters and provide a written scope before any work begins. Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration in Palm Beach
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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Storm damage restoration in Palm Beach requires understanding a flooding dynamic almost no other South Florida market faces: storm surge can arrive from both the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway simultaneously, pushing water into properties from opposite sides. Compounding this, the seasonal owner pattern means many estates sit empty through hurricane season, so damage from a September storm may not be discovered until December, by which time secondary mold, corrosion, and structural deterioration have amplified the loss far beyond the initial event. Our Storm & Disaster Restoration crews are staged from our Miami office with equipment calibrated for salt-air corrosion and historic-material drying protocols.
Storm Damage Cleanup
Signs you need it
Standing water in ground-floor rooms, visible roof tile displacement, salt residue on windows and walls, or a musty odor detected by caretakers checking a seasonal property after a named storm.
What it costs in Palm Beach
Storm damage cleanup in Palm Beach typically ranges from $3,500 for limited wind-driven rain intrusion to $12,000 for whole-floor flooding with debris and salt contamination.
How we do it
We extract standing water with truck-mounted systems, deploy Injectidry cavity-drying equipment behind lime plaster and hollow-tile walls, establish daily moisture logs with psychrometric data, and document every damaged original material for ARPB-compliant reconstruction scopes.
Emergency Board-Up
Signs you need it
Broken windows, compromised door frames, or structural openings from fallen trees or wind-borne debris that expose the interior to further water intrusion and security risk.
What it costs in Palm Beach
Emergency board-up in Palm Beach typically runs $800-$2,500 depending on the number of openings, height of access, and whether ARPB-approved materials are required for visible exterior surfaces.
How we do it
We measure and photograph each opening, install marine-grade plywood or ARPB-specified protective materials with tamper-evident fasteners, and provide a written photo record for the insurer and the property manager before leaving the site.
What Storm & Disaster Restoration Costs in Palm Beach
| Item | Typical range in Palm Beach |
|---|---|
| Storm damage cleanup (limited intrusion) | $3,500-$6,500 |
| Storm damage cleanup (whole-floor flooding) | $8,000-$12,000 |
| Emergency board-up | $800-$2,500 |
Will insurance cover storm damage restoration in Palm Beach?
Most homeowners policies cover sudden storm damage, but denial rates spike when documentation is incomplete. We provide photo-documented assessments, written scopes, and direct adjuster coordination to keep claims on track. Call (754) 247-1426 and we’ll review your policy language at no charge.
How fast can crews reach a seasonal property after a storm?
Our live dispatch answers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and crews typically reach Palm Beach properties within 90 minutes during active events. For seasonal estates, we coordinate with caretakers and property managers and begin documentation immediately so owners receive a complete file remotely.
Sewage Cleanup in Palm Beach
Sewage backup in Palm Beach presents a compounded hazard: the island’s high water table and aging infrastructure mean backups often involve groundwater intrusion mixing with black water, and the porous coral keystone in many historic foundations wicks contamination laterally in ways standard concrete slabs do not. Seasonal properties are especially vulnerable - a backup in a closed estate can saturate hollow-tile walls and lime plaster for weeks before detection, turning a contained Category 3 spill into a whole-structure contamination event requiring demolition-level remediation. Our Sewage Cleanup protocols account for both the immediate biological hazard and the secondary damage modes specific to Palm Beach’s historic construction.
Sewage Backup Cleanup
Signs you need it
Multiple drains backing up simultaneously, gurgling toilets, or visible Category 3 water emerging from floor drains in ground-level rooms, particularly after heavy rainfall when the island’s water table rises.
What it costs in Palm Beach
Sewage backup cleanup in Palm Beach typically ranges from $2,500 for contained single-room incidents to $7,500 for whole-floor contamination with cavity intrusion into hollow-tile walls.
How we do it
We establish containment and negative air pressure, remove contaminated porous materials per IICRC S500 standards, apply EPA-registered disinfectants, and run Injectidry systems with HEPA filtration until post-remediation verification testing confirms safe reoccupancy.
Sanitization & Disinfection
Signs you need it
Residual odor after initial sewage extraction, visible staining on lime plaster or coral keystone surfaces, or health department recommendation following Category 3 water intrusion in a food-prep or living space.
What it costs in Palm Beach
Sanitization and disinfection in Palm Beach typically runs $1,200-$3,500 depending on square footage, the number of affected cavities requiring fogging or injection, and whether ARPB consultation is needed for finish restoration.
How we do it
We apply hospital-grade disinfectants via electrostatic fogging and direct injection into wall cavities, document contact times and coverage with photos, and provide a written clearance report with moisture readings proving materials returned to pre-loss condition.
What Sewage Cleanup Costs in Palm Beach
| Item | Typical range in Palm Beach |
|---|---|
| Sewage backup cleanup (single room) | $2,500-$4,000 |
| Sewage backup cleanup (whole floor) | $5,500-$7,500 |
| Sanitization & disinfection | $1,200-$3,500 |
Is sewage cleanup covered by insurance in Palm Beach?
Most policies cover sudden sewage backup if you have the endorsement, but many Florida policies exclude gradual sewer line failure. We document the cause, photograph the point of origin, and work directly with your adjuster to establish coverage before work begins. Call (754) 247-1426 for a free policy review.
How long before a seasonal property is safe after sewage cleanup?
Most Palm Beach sewage jobs require 3-5 days for extraction, demolition, drying, and disinfection, plus 48 hours for post-remediation verification testing; we coordinate with caretakers so owners receive clearance documentation remotely.
Biohazard & Crime Scene Cleanup in Palm Beach
Biohazard cleanup in Palm Beach demands discretion and precision in equal measure: many incidents occur in ultra-luxury seasonal estates where privacy concerns are paramount, and the same coral keystone and lime plaster construction that complicates water restoration creates unique challenges for biological decontamination. Porous stone wicks blood and bodily fluids laterally, and historic finishes cannot simply be removed and replaced with modern materials without ARPB review. Our Biohazard & Crime Scene Cleanup teams are trained in trauma-informed response, background-checked, and arrive in unmarked vehicles when discretion is requested.
Trauma & Unattended Death Cleanup
Signs you need it
Discovery of an unattended death in a seasonal property, typically by caretakers or family members after extended absence, with decomposition affecting flooring, subflooring, and potentially wicking into coral keystone foundations.
What it costs in Palm Beach
Trauma and unattended death cleanup in Palm Beach typically ranges from $3,000 for contained incidents with limited surface affected to $8,500 when decomposition has penetrated into historic wall cavities or stone foundations requiring extended remediation.
How we do it
We remove affected porous materials per OSHA and IICRC protocols, apply enzyme-based cleaners and hospital-grade disinfectants, use ozone or hydroxyl generators for odor remediation, and document every step with photos for estate administrators and insurers.
Blood & Bodily Fluid Cleanup
Signs you need it
Visible blood or bodily fluid contamination on floors, walls, or furnishings from accidents, medical events, or injuries, particularly on porous surfaces like unsealed coral keystone or historic tile where standard wiping is insufficient.
What it costs in Palm Beach
Blood and bodily fluid cleanup in Palm Beach typically runs $1,500-$4,500 depending on affected square footage, surface porosity, and whether injection drying or cavity demolition is required to reach full decontamination.
How we do it
We establish a containment zone, remove non-salvageable materials, treat affected areas with EPA-registered bloodborne pathogen disinfectants, verify with ATP testing, and provide a written clearance report with photo documentation.
What Biohazard & Crime Scene Cleanup Costs in Palm Beach
| Item | Typical range in Palm Beach |
|---|---|
| Trauma & unattended death cleanup (contained) | $3,000-$5,000 |
| Trauma & unattended death cleanup (extended) | $6,500-$8,500 |
| Blood & bodily fluid cleanup | $1,500-$4,500 |
Who pays for biohazard cleanup in Palm Beach?
Homeowners insurance often covers biohazard cleanup as part of property damage, and we bill carriers directly when coverage is confirmed; for estates without coverage, we provide a written price before work begins under Haven Standard, Clause 1. Call (754) 247-1426 to discuss your situation.
How discreet is the cleanup process for Palm Beach estates?
Our technicians arrive in unmarked vehicles when requested, work with estate managers and family representatives under strict confidentiality, and provide documentation directly to designated parties without external notification.
Reconstruction & Cleanup in Palm Beach
Reconstruction in Palm Beach is fundamentally different from standard post-disaster rebuilding: the Architectural Review Preservation Board requires documentation and replication of original finishes rather than substitution with modern equivalents, and matching 1920s-1940s materials like barrel clay tile, coral keystone, and lime plaster requires sourcing from a very short list of specialty suppliers. Salt-air corrosion often reveals hidden structural damage during demolition, turning what appeared to be a straightforward drywall replacement into a historic-materials restoration project. Our Reconstruction & Cleanup teams scope every job with these contingencies built into the written price, so there are no scope-creep additions once work begins.
Full-Service Reconstruction
Signs you need it
Structural damage from storm surge, fire, or extended water intrusion that has compromised load-bearing elements, damaged original finishes beyond repair, or triggered ARPB review requirements for any exterior or historically significant interior work.
What it costs in Palm Beach
Full-service reconstruction in Palm Beach typically ranges from $15,000 for contained room restoration with standard material matching to $75,000 or more for whole-floor historic replication involving specialty coral keystone sourcing and custom barrel tile fabrication.
How we do it
We document all original materials with photos and samples, submit ARPB-compliant scope packages for approval, source matching materials from verified specialty suppliers, and provide daily progress photos with moisture readings until final walkthrough and warranty signing.
Drywall & Flooring Repair
Signs you need it
Visible water staining, soft spots in flooring, or failed lime plaster that has delaminated from hollow-tile backing after moisture intrusion, particularly in seasonal properties where damage progressed undetected.
What it costs in Palm Beach
Drywall and flooring repair in Palm Beach typically runs $2,500-$8,000 depending on whether standard modern materials are acceptable or ARPB-matching lime plaster and historic tile replication is required.
How we do it
We remove damaged materials to the substrate, test for residual moisture with calibrated meters, install replacement materials per ARPB specifications when required, and document every layer with photos for the final insurance submission.
What Reconstruction & Cleanup Costs in Palm Beach
| Item | Typical range in Palm Beach |
|---|---|
| Drywall & flooring repair (standard materials) | $2,500-$5,000 |
| Drywall & flooring repair (historic matching) | $5,500-$8,000 |
| Full-service reconstruction (contained room) | $15,000-$35,000 |
How long does reconstruction take in Palm Beach?
Standard reconstruction takes 2-4 weeks; historic-material projects requiring ARPB approval and specialty sourcing typically run 6-10 weeks, and we build this timeline into the written scope with milestone dates. Call (754) 247-1426 for a detailed schedule on your specific project.
Does insurance cover historic-material matching costs?
Most policies include “like kind and quality” language, but carriers often dispute whether historic replication exceeds “functional equivalent”; our written scopes document why ARPB requirements mandate specific materials, and we negotiate this directly with adjusters before work begins.
Brands We Service in Palm Beach
We stock parts and maintain training for Dri-Eaz, Phoenix, XPOWER, and B-Air dehumidification systems, plus Injectidry cavity-drying equipment, ensuring replacement components are available without the supply-chain delays that extend restoration timelines. Most equipment repairs or warranty work in Palm Beach is completed within 48 hours. See our brands for full coverage details.
Pricing for Damage Restoration in Palm Beach, FL
| Service | Typical range in Palm Beach |
|---|---|
| Storm damage cleanup (limited intrusion) | $3,500-$6,500 |
| Storm damage cleanup (whole-floor flooding) | $8,000-$12,000 |
| Emergency board-up | $800-$2,500 |
| Sewage backup cleanup (single room) | $2,500-$4,000 |
| Sewage backup cleanup (whole floor) | $5,500-$7,500 |
| Sanitization & disinfection | $1,200-$3,500 |
| Trauma & unattended death cleanup (contained) | $3,000-$5,000 |
| Trauma & unattended death cleanup (extended) | $6,500-$8,500 |
| Blood & bodily fluid cleanup | $1,500-$4,500 |
| Drywall & flooring repair (standard) | $2,500-$5,000 |
| Drywall & flooring repair (historic matching) | $5,500-$8,000 |
| Full-service reconstruction (contained room) | $15,000-$35,000 |
Prices in Palm Beach run higher than mainland markets for three reasons: ARPB compliance requirements, specialty material sourcing for historic finishes, and the logistical complexity of island access during and after major storms. Every job is quoted in writing before work begins under Haven Standard, Clause 1, with no additions once the crew is inside.
Neighborhoods We Serve in Palm Beach
We respond to damage restoration calls across Palm Beach’s full island footprint, from the estate sections near the Atlantic to the Intracoastal-facing properties. Crews are dispatched from our Miami office and typically arrive within 90 minutes during active emergencies.
- Everglades Island
- El Cid Historic District
- Phipps Estate Section
- North End
- South End
Service Area - Cities Near Palm Beach
Our crews serve the full Palm Beach County corridor, with regular response to West Palm Beach, FL, Greenacres, FL, Royal Palm Beach, FL, and Wellington, FL. Scheduling and dispatch are coordinated from our Miami office, with local crews stationed throughout the service area for rapid response.
Serving Palm Beach, FL - Our Local Coverage Area
We’re based in the Palm Beach 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 Palm Beach
Our live dispatch operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with no voicemail, and crews typically reach Palm Beach within 90 minutes when roads are passable; during active storms, we coordinate with emergency management to access the island as soon as clearance is granted.
Any exterior work or modification to historically significant structures requires Architectural Review Preservation Board approval; we document original materials and submit compliant scope packages as part of our standard reconstruction service, included in the written price.
We routinely coordinate with caretakers, property managers, and estate administrators for seasonal owners, providing photo documentation, written progress reports, and final clearance documentation remotely so owners can monitor the entire process from anywhere.
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 Palm Beach 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.