Broward County
Water damage & mold help in Fort Lauderdale, FL
On April 12, 2023, Fort Lauderdale received more than 25 inches of rain in a single day, a record for Florida, flooding thousands of homes and cars. The city's canals, low elevation and king tides make flooding a recurring risk, and hurricanes and constant humidity add wind damage and mold.
Areas served
Las Olas · Victoria Park · Rio Vista · Coral Ridge · Downtown
ZIPs include 33301, 33304, 33305, 33306, 33308, 33309
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Fort Lauderdale homes and water damage
The city is laced with canals, and many homes sit just a few feet above sea level. Housing ranges from 1950s–60s single-story block homes to waterfront estates and high-rise condos along the beach, where one leak can affect many units. Older single-story homes often have original cast-iron drain lines, which corrode and leak under slabs.
Extreme rainfall flooding
The April 2023 storm showed how quickly streets and homes can flood when rain overwhelms drainage.
King tides and canals
Seasonal king tides push water up through storm drains and over seawalls in low-lying neighborhoods.
Hurricanes
Broward County faces wind, rain and surge from tropical storms and hurricanes.
Condo leaks
In beachfront high-rises, leaks from units above, risers and windows travel between floors.
Condo safety inspections
After the 2021 Surfside collapse, Florida tightened condo inspection rules, and many older Broward buildings are now completing structural inspections and repairs that often include fixing water intrusion.
Common calls in Fort Lauderdale
Also available: emergency water damage and all restoration services.
Fort Lauderdale at a glance
- County
- Broward County
- Neighborhoods
- Las Olas, Victoria Park, Rio Vista, Coral Ridge
- ZIP codes
- 33301, 33304, 33305, 33306, 33308, 33309
- Nearby
- Miami, FL, Tampa, FL, Orlando, FL, Jacksonville, FL
Fort Lauderdale questions
Is flooding from heavy rain covered by insurance in Fort Lauderdale?
Only by a flood policy. Water that rises from outside, including street flooding, is excluded from standard homeowners policies.
Do I need a permit for repairs in Fort Lauderdale?
Structural, plumbing and electrical repairs need permits from the City of Fort Lauderdale Building Services.
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