--- title: "Storm & Flood Damage Cleanup, Palm Beach & Broward | 1st Class Restoration" description: "Storm and flood damage cleanup in Palm Beach and Broward: emergency board-up and temporary roof tarping, water removal, drying and mold prevention. Free estimates." url: https://1stclassrestore.com/storm-flood-damage/ updated: 2026-10-22 --- # Storm and Flood Damage Restoration in Palm Beach & Broward 1st Class Restoration cleans up storm and flood damage in Palm Beach and Broward counties: emergency board-up and temporary tarping, water removal, cleanup of contaminated floodwater, drying and mold prevention for homes, condos and businesses. Call (728) 233-1041, 24/7, for a free on-site estimate. ## Call us if you have: - Rain came in through the roof, windows or sliding doors - Floodwater or storm surge got into the house or building - Ceilings are stained or sagging after a storm - Your garage or ground floor flooded during heavy rain or a king tide - Broken windows or doors, or a roof opening that needs to be covered now ## Key facts - **Emergency protection:** Board-up of broken windows and doors, and temporary tarps over roof damage - **Floodwater:** Treated as contaminated water: porous materials it touches usually have to come out - **Not included:** Roof, window or door repair or replacement, and rebuild - **Service area:** Palm Beach County and Broward County, Florida, plus parts of Miami-Dade County - **Hours:** 24/7, including nights, weekends and holidays. Call [(728) 233-1041](tel:+17282331041) - **Estimates:** Free on-site estimates. For mold, a free estimate is not a mold assessment. - **Florida mold licenses:** Mold Assessor MRSA5754 and Mold Remediator MRSR5743, held by Daniel J. Mustelier ([verify](https://www.myfloridalicense.com/wl11.asp)) - **Payment:** You pay us directly. We don't bill insurance companies or handle claims; we provide documentation you can submit to your insurer. - **Ownership:** The restoration brand of 1st Class Facility Services, a veteran-owned company Hurricane season runs June 1 through November 30, and South Florida floods in ordinary summer downpours too. When storm water gets inside, we remove it and dry the structure before mold gets a chance to start. ## How storm water gets inside - Wind-driven rain through roofs, windows, sliding doors and stucco cracks - Storm surge and tidal flooding near the coast, the Intracoastal and canals - Rain flooding when heavy downpours overwhelm local drainage, even far from the coast - Storm damage that keeps letting water in long after the wind stops ## Emergency board-up and tarping When a storm breaks a window, a door or part of the roof, the first job is keeping more water and wind out. We board up broken windows and doors and put temporary tarps over roof damage to secure the property until permanent repairs can be made. Tarping is temporary protection only. We don't repair or replace roofs, windows or doors. Permanent repairs need a licensed contractor, and we'll tell you up front when you need one. ## Floodwater is contaminated water Water from streets, canals and storm surge carries sewage, chemicals and debris. Drywall, insulation, carpet and other porous materials it touches usually need to come out. Hard surfaces get cleaned and sanitized, and the structure gets dried before anything is closed back up. ## After the storm: safety first - Stay out of standing water if outlets, cords or appliances could be under it - Only shut off power at the breaker if you can reach it from a dry spot - Stay out from under sagging ceilings - Wear boots and gloves around floodwater - Take photos and video before anything is moved or thrown out, for your own records ## Before the next storm - Know where your main water shutoff and electrical panel are - Clear gutters, downspouts and yard drains - Check roof, window and door seals before hurricane season - In flood-prone areas, keep valuables and documents off the floor - Save our number in your phone ## How we handle storm & flood jobs 1. **Make it safe** Check for electrical and structural hazards, then board up openings and tarp roof damage if needed. 2. **Remove water** Extract standing water and pull out soaked, contaminated materials. 3. **Clean & sanitize** Clean everything floodwater touched. 4. **Dry** Dry the structure with air movers and dehumidifiers, checking readings as we go. 5. **Flag mold** If mold has started, we explain your options under Florida's mold licensing rules before any mold work starts. ## Storm & Flood FAQ ### Can you come right after a hurricane? Yes, as soon as it's safe to travel and to enter the property. Demand spikes across the region after a major storm, so call as early as you can to get on the schedule. ### Can you board up or tarp my property after a storm? Yes. We board up broken windows and doors and put temporary tarps over roof damage to keep the rain out. It's temporary protection, not a roof repair. A licensed roofer or contractor handles the permanent fix. ### Should I call my insurance company before cleanup starts? Don't let it hold up keeping more water out. Take photos and video first, then protect the property: many policies list preventing further damage as one of your duties after a loss. When to file a claim is between you and your insurer, so check your policy or call your agent. We don't bill insurers or handle claims, and we give you documentation you can submit. ### How do I know if my property is in a flood zone? Look up your address on FEMA's Flood Map Service Center (msc.fema.gov). Remember that heavy rain floods properties outside mapped flood zones too. ### Is a little water from a roof leak a big deal? It can be. Water above a ceiling spreads across insulation and drywall and stays hidden. A stain is usually the last sign, not the first. If water reached the ceiling or walls, have it checked. ## Storm & Flood Damage near you We serve Palm Beach and Broward counties, plus parts of Miami-Dade County. - [West Palm Beach](https://1stclassrestore.com/service-areas/west-palm-beach/) - [Boca Raton](https://1stclassrestore.com/service-areas/boca-raton/) - [Delray Beach](https://1stclassrestore.com/service-areas/delray-beach/) - [Boynton Beach](https://1stclassrestore.com/service-areas/boynton-beach/) - [Jupiter](https://1stclassrestore.com/service-areas/jupiter/) - [Palm Beach Gardens](https://1stclassrestore.com/service-areas/palm-beach-gardens/) - [Wellington](https://1stclassrestore.com/service-areas/wellington/) - [Fort Lauderdale](https://1stclassrestore.com/service-areas/fort-lauderdale/) - [Hollywood](https://1stclassrestore.com/service-areas/hollywood/) - [Pompano Beach](https://1stclassrestore.com/service-areas/pompano-beach/) - [Coral Springs](https://1stclassrestore.com/service-areas/coral-springs/) - [Pembroke Pines](https://1stclassrestore.com/service-areas/pembroke-pines/) [All service areas](https://1stclassrestore.com/service-areas/) ## Other ways we can help - [Water Damage Restoration](https://1stclassrestore.com/water-damage-restoration/): Burst pipes, AC overflows, water heater failures and roof leaks. We find the source, remove the water and dry the structure. - [Mold Assessment](https://1stclassrestore.com/mold-assessment/): Licensed mold inspection and sampling, with a written report and protocol you can take to any independent licensed remediator. - [Mold Remediation](https://1stclassrestore.com/mold-remediation/): Licensed, contained mold removal: containment, HEPA air filtration, removal of affected materials and cleaning. - [Fire & Smoke Damage](https://1stclassrestore.com/fire-smoke-damage/): Soot and smoke residue cleanup, odor removal, and drying out the water left behind by firefighting. - [Sewage Cleanup](https://1stclassrestore.com/sewage-cleanup/): Sewage backups, toilet overflows and drain line failures. Contaminated water removed, the area cleaned, sanitized and dried. ## Contact 1st Class Restoration - Phone: (728) 233-1041 (24/7) - Email: dan@1stclassfs.com - Website: https://1stclassrestore.com/ - Service area: Palm Beach County and Broward County, Florida - Florida licenses: Florida Mold Assessor License MRSA5754; Florida Mold Remediator License MRSR5743