Oakland Park & Fort Lauderdale · IICRC Water Damage certified
Water Damage Restoration in Fort Lauderdale
On site in 60 minutes, 24/7. Thermal imaging finds the water behind your walls, so most jobs dry out with little or no demolition.
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Water damage from storms, plumbing leaks, or burst pipes can happen when you least expect it. At Tri-County All Restorations, we provide 24/7 emergency water damage restoration services across Fort Lauderdale and surrounding areas. With over 30 years of experience, our certified team is ready to remove water, dry out your property, and prevent long-term damage with advanced tools and expert care.
We understand how stressful and overwhelming water damage can be. That’s why we respond quickly, offer free on-site assessments, and handle every step of the cleanup and repair process. Whether it’s a flooded home, an office leak, or a storm-related emergency, we’re here to help.
Free Damage Assessment and Estimate
Tell us what happened. We respond 24/7, and there is no charge for the assessment.
Why Property Owners Call Us First
Where Water Gets In, in Fort Lauderdale
After thirty years working Broward County we can usually narrow the source before the truck stops. These are the six causes behind most of the water calls we take in Fort Lauderdale.
AC condensate lines
The most common water call in South Florida, and the least dramatic. A blocked condensate line backs up quietly into a closet or ceiling and runs for days before anyone notices. Salt air corroding coils on the isles makes it worse.
Slab leaks and the high water table
Broward sits on a shallow water table, and most homes here are slab on grade. A supply line under the slab shows up as a warm spot, a rising bill, or baseboards that will not dry, long before you see standing water.
Hurricane season and wind-driven rain
June through November, rain arrives sideways. It enters at window flanges, roof penetrations and soffits, then tracks along the top plate and appears in a room nowhere near where it got in.
King tides and street flooding
Autumn king tides now push water into streets in Las Olas, Victoria Park and Rio Vista. Water that reaches a garage or ground floor carries whatever was in the street with it, which changes how the job has to be handled.
Condo risers and the unit above you
Along Galt Ocean Mile and Coral Ridge, shared chase risers mean the leak is often not in the unit reporting it. We document the source properly, which matters when the claim involves an association and two carriers.
Water heaters and supply lines
A failed water heater or a burst washing machine hose releases hundreds of gallons in an hour. In a seasonal home that is empty for months, that runs until someone happens to check on the property.
Our Water Damage Services in Fort Lauderdale
From emergency extraction through structural drying and repair, we handle every stage. Our aim on each job is to dry the property back to pre-loss condition with as little demolition as possible.
Water Extraction
When water intrudes, every minute matters. Our emergency team arrives fast to:
Remove standing water with high-powered pumps
Extract water from flooded rooms and crawl spaces
Protect valuables and furniture from further damage
Structural Drying & Dehumidification
We use industrial equipment to dry areas you can't see:
Monitor moisture levels in walls and floors
Dry subfloors and structural framing
Use commercial dehumidifiers to prevent mold
Water Damage Repair
Our skilled technicians restore your property to its original condition:
Repair drywall and ceiling damage
Replace flooring and baseboards
Rebuild cabinets and trim work
Flood Damage Cleanup
Floodwater carries dangerous contaminants. We ensure your property is safe:
Remove debris and water-damaged materials
Disinfect all affected surfaces
Neutralize odors and restore air quality
Leak Detection
We locate water sources before they cause major damage:
Use thermal imaging to detect moisture inside walls
Identify hidden leaks in plumbing and roofs
Trace water intrusion from HVAC systems
Disinfection & Odor Control
Water damage leaves behind bacteria and odors. We eliminate both:
Apply EPA-registered antimicrobial treatments
Use air scrubbers to purify indoor air
Remove sewage and flood odors completely
Most Water Jobs Do Not Need Demolition
The instinct after a flood is to start cutting. We would rather find out first whether we have to.
Our owner is a Certified Infrared Thermographer. Paired with non-invasive moisture meters and wireless video borescopes, that lets us map how far the water actually travelled before anything is opened up. Plenty of jobs that look like they need the drywall out simply need the right drying plan.
Less demolition means a shorter job, a smaller claim, and less disruption for you. It is also the difference between a week of drying and a month of reconstruction.
Our Water Damage Restoration Process
Water Extraction
If you’ve had flooding at your property, it is imperative that we extract the water quickly to minimize overall damage.
We know this is a priority because the longer the water stands, the greater the chances of more property damage due to mold.
For your safety, it is crucial that you hire a professional restoration team to prevent the growth of mold in flood situations.
Drying The Structure
As we conduct the initial assessment and inspection, we may discover more serious water damage to the structure.
In such cases, we implement additional techniques to completely dry and restore all affected areas.
Sewage And Flooding
Both sewage and flood waters can lead to contamination which is hazardous to your health.
You can trust the Tri-County team to treat the damage properly to ensure your long-term safety.
We will also provide additional information to help you and your family or staff.
Thermal Imaging
Tri-County uses cutting-edge technology to thoroughly measure and assess the temperature of any surface.
Thermal imaging infrared cameras can determine without a doubt if any area is wet, even if the area is not showing any obvious surface damage.
Water Damage Prevention & Tips
In the event of water damage, it’s important to act quickly. Once your home or commercial property has been damaged by water, it is important to hire a professional water damage restoration team to prevent the growth of mold.
Here are a few tips to help minimize the damage:
Turn off power to affected areas if safe to do so.
Remove excess water by mopping or blotting.
Move furniture and valuables away from standing water.
Call Tri-County All Restorations immediately!
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Serving Fort Lauderdale and Surrounding Areas
Tri-County All Restorations has proudly served the South Florida community for over 30 years. As a locally owned and operated business, we understand the needs of our neighbors and respond quickly to every call, day or night.
Our water damage restoration services are available throughout Fort Lauderdale and nearby cities, including:
★★★★★
I arrived at my townhouse to water coming out the front door and water covering everything. It was a holiday. I called Tri-County All Restorations and Mr. Gary Ackel rushed over immediately within an hour, and a crew arrived shortly after.
Their prompt and thorough response saved much damage to many personal items, and Mr. Ackel was on site for four straight days to check the progress. I am delighted to recommend Tri-County All Restorations to anyone needing expertise in handling a disaster.
What Water Damage Restoration Costs, and Who Pays
Preferred Contractor With Three Claims Companies
Preferred contractor status with CodeBlue, Nexus and Direct Claims Management, covering more than 40 insurance carriers.
We bill your carrier directly, work with the adjuster, and document the job with photographs and video throughout so the claim is supported.
Free Assessment and a Written Proposal
No hidden fees or surprise costs. We provide:
Fair, competitive pricing
Free, no-obligation damage assessments
Affordable emergency restoration services
Emergency Water Response, 24/7
Our emergency response team is available day or night. When disaster strikes, you can count on Tri-County to respond quickly and restore your property.
Licensed, and You Can Check
Florida requires a state license to remediate mold. Most homeowners do not know that, and it is the fastest way to tell a real remediator from a general contractor with a fan. Ours is below. Verify it yourself at MyFloridaLicense.com.
You are more than a customer to me. You are my neighbor.
Gary Ackel
Owner, Tri-County All Restorations. Born and raised in Fort Lauderdale, and the licensed mold remediator on every job we run.
Questions Fort Lauderdale Property Owners Ask About Water Damage
These are the questions we answer on the phone every week. If yours is not here, call and ask. There is no charge for a straight answer.
Within 24 to 48 hours. Mold can begin growing on wet drywall inside that window, and in South Florida humidity it happens at the fast end of it. Getting extraction and drying started the same day is usually the difference between drying a room out and rebuilding it. We are on site in Fort Lauderdale in about an hour.
Sudden and accidental water damage is normally covered: a burst supply line, a failed water heater, an overflowing appliance, a storm opening in the roof. Gradual leaks you could have noticed usually are not, and rising water from outside is flood, which needs separate flood coverage. We document the source and the timeline from the first visit so the cause is established early.
Usually not. Most water losses dry in place. We map the moisture with thermal imaging and confirm it with meters, so we know exactly how far the water travelled instead of guessing. Demolition is a last resort for materials that genuinely cannot be dried, such as saturated insulation or particle board. Less demolition also means a smaller claim and a faster return home.
Typically three to five days, monitored with daily moisture readings rather than assumed. Tile over a concrete slab, which is most of Fort Lauderdale, often takes longer, because water tracks underneath the tile and has to be drawn back up through the substrate. We do not pull equipment until the readings say the structure is dry.
If it is safe, shut the water off at the main and cut power to the affected rooms at the breaker. Lift what you can off wet flooring, especially anything that stains, such as rugs and furniture legs. Do not use a household vacuum on standing water, and do not run the air conditioning if the water may have reached the ducts.
Yes. We hold preferred contractor status with CodeBlue, Nexus and Direct Claims Management, which between them cover more than 40 carriers. We bill your carrier directly, work with the adjuster, and photograph and document the job throughout so the claim is supported rather than argued.
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