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Serving Southwest Florida for 25+ Years
24/7 Emergency: (239) 643-1990
IICRC-certified technicians dispatched from our Fort Myers office — typically on-site within 30 minutes or less. We extract water, dry your structure, and coordinate directly with your insurance carrier.
Local knowledge
Local restoration is about knowing what fails here, how water moves here, and what carriers expect to see documented.
Fort Myers's humidity and CBS construction make hidden moisture the real risk.
The Caloosahatchee River basin combines coastal humidity with a high water table — slab-on-grade homes commonly need 5–7 days of structural drying instead of the 3–4 days typical further inland. Below-grade vapor drive through unsealed slabs is a leading cause of recurring mold in ground-floor units.
Recent storms shaped how we inspect, dry, and document losses in Lee County.
Hurricane Ian (Sept 28, 2022) made landfall in Lee County as a Category 4 with sustained 150 mph winds and storm surge estimated at 18 feet at Fort Myers Beach — 97% of structures on the island were damaged, 900 totally destroyed, and over 1,000 homes were later deemed substantially damaged and required demolition. County-wide, 52,514 structures were impacted with 5,369 destroyed. Ian remains the costliest storm in Florida history at $109B+ in state damages. Many properties along McGregor Blvd and the inland reaches of Iona still show secondary mold from incomplete initial drying.
Condos, CBS homes, seasonal properties, and waterfront builds all dry differently.
Heavy mix of post-Ian rebuilds on Fort Myers Beach and Sanibel-adjacent areas, slab-built single-family homes in San Carlos Park and Gateway, downtown historic riverfront properties, and aging condo stock along McGregor — each with distinct moisture-intrusion profiles and (often) lingering insurance-claim history.
30 minutes or less from our Fort Myers office to most addresses in Lee County.
We dispatch from the closest DryZone office and document arrival, moisture readings, and conditions from the first visit.
Local claim patterns
Service area
ZIP codes: 33901, 33907, 33908, 33912, 33913, 33916, 33919, 33967
What we do in Fort Myers
Six specialized services — each backed by certified technicians and commercial-grade equipment.
Industrial-grade pumps and vacuums remove standing water fast — from crawl spaces to upper floors — limiting structural damage and mold risk.
High-capacity air movers and controlled humidity bring timber, drywall, and flooring back to safe moisture levels, verified with daily readings.
Commercial dehumidifiers pull residual moisture from the air after water removal, preventing secondary mold growth in Southwest Florida's humid climate.
Non-invasive tools pinpoint hidden leaks behind walls, under slabs, and in ceilings — catching problems before they escalate into major damage.
Infrared cameras reveal moisture pockets invisible to the naked eye, reducing the need for demolition and ensuring no wet area is overlooked.
Rapid response for hurricane, tropical storm, and heavy-rain events — board-up, tarping, water removal, and full structural restoration.
Act fast
Fort Myers’s humidity puts the clock against you. Mold can begin colonizing damp materials within 24 hours — here’s how damage escalates when left untreated.
First 24 hours
Mold spores begin colonizing damp materials. Drywall starts to swell and weaken.
48 hours
Structural wood warps and buckles. Musty odors develop as microbial growth accelerates.
72+ hours
Extensive mold likely. Restoration costs can double or triple. Health risks increase significantly.
Florida specifics
Florida’s climate, building code, and insurance market all shape how a restoration job actually plays out. Here’s what we tell every customer we work with in Lee County.
S500 is the industry's published standard for water damage restoration — water classifications (Cat 1 fresh, Cat 2 grey, Cat 3 black/saltwater), psychrometric drying targets, and daily moisture readings until structural materials return to equilibrium. The framework Florida adjusters expect to see on a defensible scope.
Most homes in Fort Myers are CBS (concrete block stucco). Water that enters at a window flange or stucco crack travels through hollow block cores and can show up as interior staining 10+ feet from the actual entry point. Cosmetic drywall replacement without moisture mapping is the #1 reason mold recurs months after a "completed" job.
Citizens requires claims to be reported within 1 year of the date of loss (18 months for supplemental). Many private Florida carriers now match that window. We document everything from arrival — moisture maps, photos, scope of loss — so your timeline is supported even if discovery happens months later.
Florida insurers closed roughly 47% of homeowner claims without payment in 2024. Many of those closures are coverage exclusions, not misconduct — but they all share one cause: weak documentation. We provide carrier-grade scope, daily moisture logs, and photo records so your claim is reviewable on the merits.
DryZone Inc. holds Florida General Contractor license CGC1514310 and Florida Mold Remediator license MRSR29, and is IICRC, NORMI, and ACAC certified. Information here is general and not legal advice — your policy and claim circumstances control.
Recent projects across Southwest Florida
The DryZone difference
Day or night, weekends and holidays — we answer and dispatch immediately.
We work directly with all major carriers so you can focus on your family, not paperwork.
A single project manager guides your job from first call to final walkthrough.
Commercial-grade extraction, drying, and imaging technology for faster, more thorough results.
FAQ
We dispatch technicians 24/7 and typically arrive within 30 minutes for properties in Naples, Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs, and surrounding Southwest Florida communities.
Yes. We work directly with all major insurers — documenting damage, providing detailed scope-of-loss reports, and billing your carrier directly so you have minimal out-of-pocket hassle.
Most residential jobs are dried and restored within 3-5 days. Larger losses — like full-floor flooding or storm damage — may take 1-2 weeks. Your project manager will give you a clear timeline after the initial assessment.
Absolutely. In Southwest Florida's warm, humid climate, mold can begin colonizing damp materials within 24-48 hours. That's why rapid extraction and professional structural drying are critical — and why we monitor moisture daily until safe levels are confirmed.
We use truck-mounted extraction units, industrial submersible pumps, commercial-grade LGR dehumidifiers, high-velocity air movers, and FLIR thermal imaging cameras. This equipment is the same standard used by IICRC-certified firms nationwide.
In most cases, no. We contain work areas with plastic barriers and air scrubbers to minimize disruption. For severe contamination (Category 3 / sewage) we may recommend temporary relocation — and can help coordinate that with your insurer.
We serve all of Southwest Florida including Naples, Fort Myers, Cape Coral, Bonita Springs, Marco Island, Estero, Lehigh Acres, and surrounding Lee and Collier County communities.
Our five-step process includes emergency response, water extraction, drying and dehumidification, monitoring and documentation, and full restoration and repair. Every step is tracked with moisture readings and thermal imaging to ensure your property is returned to pre-loss condition.
Ready to help in Fort Myers
30 minutes or less response from our Fort Myers office. Fast action means less damage and lower costs.
Also serving: Naples · Cape Coral · Marco Island