Pompano Beach restoration for water, storm and fire damage

Pompano Beach stretches from roughly three miles of oceanfront at Terra Mar and the Hillsboro Inlet west across older inland neighborhoods such as Collier City and Cresthaven. Average elevation is only about 13 feet, and a 2017 study cited on Wikipedia counted some 73,000 residents within FEMA's coastal floodplain.

Fire & Water Energy only makes referrals and does not perform restoration, but when you call (866) 937-3230 we try to put you in touch with an independent contractor who serves your area. Each company sets its own schedule and prices. Our process page and referral disclosure spell out the details.

Ocean, inlet and summer storms: the local risk picture

Rainfall here averages a bit over 55 inches a year, with June the wettest month and September close behind. That September peak overlaps the height of hurricane season, when wind, rain and surge can arrive together.

FEMA has included Broward County in major disaster declarations for Hurricanes Charley, Frances and Jeanne (2004), Katrina and Wilma (2005), Matthew (2016), Irma (2017), Dorian (2019), Ian and Nicole (2022) and Milton (2024). In 2023 the county was also part of a declaration for severe storms, tornadoes and flooding, a reminder that rain alone can do serious damage without a named storm.

Pinpointing leaks in beachside condos and inland houses

The city grew in waves: the 1920s land boom, the years after World War II, and a recent building boom near the beach. Mid-century houses may have older galvanized or cast-iron piping, while high-rise condos bring their own trouble, such as a leak in one unit spreading to the ones below.

Air-conditioning drains, water heaters, washing machine hoses and roof flashing are frequent sources. If you need water damage restoration in Pompano Beach, ask the contractor to document the moisture readings before and after drying. A burst line under a sink is covered on our burst pipe page.

Federal disaster declarations that included Broward County

FEMA records show Broward County was included in 13 major disaster declarations for weather or fire events from 2000 through 2026 (11 hurricane, 1 flood, 1 severe storm, by FEMA incident type). Declarations are made at the county level, so they do not mean every neighborhood in Pompano Beach was affected. The most recent:

• 2024 – Hurricane Milton (DR-4834)
• 2023 – Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-4709)
• 2022 – Hurricane Nicole (DR-4680)
• 2022 – Hurricane Ian (DR-4673)
• 2019 – Hurricane Dorian (DR-4468)
• 2017 – Hurricane Irma (DR-4337)

Source: OpenFEMA Disaster Declarations Summaries, retrieved 2026-10-10. Counts include major disaster (DR) declarations with hurricane, flood, severe storm, tropical storm, fire, tornado, coastal storm, winter or ice storm, mudslide and dam/levee incident types.

When fire or smoke affects your home

Fire damage seldom stops at the burned room. Smoke travels through hallways and returns, and the water used to put the fire out soaks floors and walls. In a coastal climate, that combination can lead to corrosion and mold if it is not addressed.

A firm offering soot removal and fire damage cleanup typically pre-cleans, removes ruined materials, dries the structure and then deodorizes. Condo owners should check with the association, since shared walls and ducts may be involved.

Storm surge, street flooding and hurricane cleanup

Properties near the Intracoastal Waterway and the inlet can take on saltwater during surge or extreme tides, while inland streets may flood when heavy rain outpaces drainage. Both kinds of water are treated as contaminated once they enter a home.

Contractors that handle hurricane damage cleanup may provide tarping, board-up and debris removal along with water extraction. For ground-level rooms, flood damage restoration often involves cutting out wet drywall and disinfecting before rebuilding.

Humidity, closed-up homes and mold

Seasonal residents who leave homes closed for months can return to musty odors, especially if the air conditioning was set too high or failed. Mold can also follow any leak that was not dried within a day or two.

The EPA recommends professional help for mold covering more than roughly 10 square feet. Ask a mold removal provider how they will contain the work area and confirm the space is dry.

Staying safe and protecting your claim

• Call 911 for fire, injuries, a gas smell or sparking wires.
• Follow evacuation guidance and shelter information from Broward County's hurricane page.
• Do not enter rooms where water may be touching outlets or appliances.
• Take photos and video before removing anything, and keep samples of damaged flooring.
• Talk to your insurer; coverage varies by policy, and flood damage usually needs separate flood insurance.

Neighborhoods and nearby communities

Areas in and around Pompano Beach that callers often mention include:

• Cresthaven
• Collier City
• Garden Isles
• Hillsboro Shores
• Kendall Green
• Leisureville
• Old Pompano
• Palm Aire
• Pompano Beach Highlands
• Santa Barbara Shores
• Snug Harbor
• Terra Mar
• Downtown Pompano Beach
• Harbor Village
• Lyons Park

Nearby communities with their own pages (straight-line distance from Pompano Beach):

• Coconut Creek · 3 mi
• Oakland Park · 5 mi
• Margate · 5 mi
• Deerfield Beach · 6 mi
• North Lauderdale · 6 mi
• Lauderdale Lakes · 7 mi

Restoration guides

• Hurricane Damage Cleanup
• Flood Damage Restoration
• Water Damage Restoration
• Burst Pipe Water Damage
• Mold Removal
• Soot Removal

Local resources for Pompano Beach residents

• Broward County Hurricane Information

Sources

• Wikipedia: Pompano Beach, Florida
• Broward County Hurricane Information

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