Fire Damage Restoration in Fort Lauderdale, FL

Quick answer

After a fire in Fort Lauderdale, stay out until the fire department says it is safe, avoid touching soot covered items, photograph the damage and call your insurer. Then call (833) 917-4160 to reach a local restoration company that covers Fort Lauderdale.

Fire damage in Fort Lauderdale

We list 47 ZIP codes for Fort Lauderdale in Broward County. Fort Lauderdale is a larger community, so fire and smoke damage can involve apartments, condos, restaurants and offices as well as houses. Smoke and water can pass between units, which is why multi unit losses often need coordinated cleanup.

County: Broward County
ZIP codes covered: 47
Time zone: Eastern Time
Nearest covered cities: Plantation (1 mi), Dania (7 mi), Margate (8 mi)

What affects fire damage around Fort Lauderdale

Frequent thunderstorms and lightning, brush fires in dry seasons and generator and electrical use after storms all contribute to fire risk. Smoke from brush or wildland fires can reach parts of Florida in dry seasons.

Frequent thunderstorms bring lightning and power surges.
Generators and extension cords after storms raise fire and carbon monoxide risk.
Brush and wildfire smoke can affect communities during dry seasons.

Fire damage services near Fort Lauderdale

Emergency Fire Damage Cleanup: The first days after the fire department leaves: securing the property, removing debris and stopping further damage.
Smoke and Soot Removal: Professional cleaning of soot, ash and smoke residue from walls, ceilings, contents and HVAC systems.
Smoke Odor Removal: Why smoke smell lingers and how restoration crews remove it from structure, contents and ductwork.
Contents Cleaning and Pack Out: Inventory, cleaning and storage of furniture, clothing, electronics and keepsakes while the building is restored.
Wildfire Smoke Damage Cleanup: Cleaning ash and smoke residue from homes affected by wildfire smoke, even when the flames never reached the property.

Not sure what you need? Read what to do after a house fire or call and describe what happened.

After a fire in Fort Lauderdale: what to do first

Safety first. Get everyone out, call 911 if the fire is still burning and wait for the fire department to clear the building.
Get the fire report. Ask the responding department for the incident number. In Fort Lauderdale that may be a city, county or district agency.
Call your insurer. Report the loss, ask what they need and keep a log of every call.
Document and protect. Photograph each room, avoid touching soot covered items and arrange board up if windows or the roof are open.
Call a restoration company. Call (833) 917-4160 so a local crew can start cleanup before soot and moisture set in.

ZIP codes covered in Fort Lauderdale

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Nearby areas we cover

Also close by: Plantation (about 1 miles), Dania (about 7 miles), Margate (about 8 miles), Hollywood (about 8 miles), Coconut Creek (about 9 miles).

Other places we cover in Broward County: Pompano Beach, Hollywood, Coral Springs, Deerfield Beach, Hallandale, Pembroke Pines, Coconut Creek, Dania and 2 more.

See fire damage help across all of Florida, browse the Florida ZIP code list, or read about filing a fire damage insurance claim.

Questions about fire damage in Fort Lauderdale

Who does the work in Fort Lauderdale?

An independent local restoration company that covers Fort Lauderdale and sets its own pricing. Fire Damage Restoration USA is a referral service. We connect your call and the company explains its process and cost before work begins.

How fast can a crew reach Fort Lauderdale?

It depends on your exact location, the time of day, weather and how busy providers are. Give your ZIP code and nearest cross streets when you call, and say whether the fire department has cleared the building so the right crew can be lined up.

Does homeowners insurance in Florida cover fire damage?

Many standard policies cover fire, smoke and the water used to put out a fire, and some cover living expenses while the home is unlivable. Limits and deductibles vary, so read your policy and ask your insurer before deciding how to proceed.

Do you cover areas near Fort Lauderdale?

Yes. Calls also come in from nearby places such as Plantation, Dania, Margate. Ask the operator to confirm that your ZIP code is covered.

What should I do first after a fire in Fort Lauderdale?

Make sure everyone is safe, wait for the fire department to clear the building, call your insurer, photograph the damage and protect the property from weather. Then call a restoration company. Avoid touching soot covered items and do not run the HVAC system.

How do I get the fire report for a fire in Fort Lauderdale?

Ask the fire department that responded. In some places that is a city department, and in others a county, district or volunteer department. Ask for the incident number, since your insurer will want it.

Do you help businesses in Fort Lauderdale?

Yes. Callers include homeowners, renters, landlords, property managers and business owners. Tell the operator it is a commercial property and whether you need to reopen quickly.