Water damage restoration in Cape Coral (33993)
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Cape Coral from the airCape Coral lies in Lee County on Florida's southwest coast. Developed in the 1950s, it was incorporated as a city in 1970. It covers over 120 square miles, about 10 of them water, with more than 400 miles of fresh and saltwater canals.
The Census counted 194,016 residents on April 1, 2020, up from 154,305 on April 1, 2010. The Census Bureau's latest estimate (Vintage 2025) is 236,264 on July 1, 2025, a 21.8% increase over the April 1, 2020 estimates base. The city reports it is the most populous city in Southwest Florida and the eighth most populous in Florida.
Among occupied housing units, 77.2% are owner-occupied, and the median value of owner-occupied homes is $373,500 (2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates).
Common problems
- Burst or leaking pipes, including supply lines to sinks, toilets and washing machines
- Roof leaks after heavy rain or wind, often showing up first as a ceiling stain
- Water heater leaks and failures
- Flooding from storms, overwhelmed drainage or rising water
- Appliance leaks from dishwashers, refrigerators and ice makers
- Sewer and drain backups
Help with a specific problem
What homes in Cape Coral are up against
The City of Cape Coral states that most residents live in FEMA Special Flood Hazard Areas (V-zones and A-zones), and that 25 percent of flooding occurs outside areas formally designated as flood-prone. New FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps took effect November 17, 2022, described as the first comprehensive review of flood zones throughout Lee County in 14 years.
The National Weather Service Tampa Bay office states that the rainy season runs from May 15 to October 15 for Southwest Florida. The city's Emergency Management & Resilience page says even smaller storms can knock out power, damage trees and flood roads, especially in low-lying coastal areas.
The Public Works Stormwater Division maintains swales, drainage pipes, catch basins, canals and related facilities within the public right-of-way. The city's swale program states it does not perform work on private property beyond the right-of-way.
Storms that hit close to home
Hurricane Ian made landfall near Cayo Costa on September 28, 2022, with estimated winds of about 150 mph. The National Hurricane Center reports storm-surge inundation of 6 to 9 ft above ground level in Cape Coral, Pine Island and other communities along the mouth of the Caloosahatchee River. Across Lee County, Ian impacted at least 52,514 structures, of which 5,369 were destroyed and 14,245 received major damage. The city attributes $82.0 million of general government expenses to Ian, $64.5 million of it debris.
Other events:
- June 10-13, 2024: 4-day rainfall reports of 7.94 inches at 6 NNW Cape Coral and 4.89 inches at Cape Coral.
- June 13, 2008: an EF-0 tornado damaged 18 homes near Pelican Boulevard, an estimated $110 thousand including rain water damage.
- September 16, 2007: a landspout tornado skipped about four and one-half miles through the city, with initial damage assessments of $4 million, not counting vehicles, boats, fences, sheds and utility infrastructure.
In the news
- Cape Coral Warns of Building Permit Email Scam (opens in a new tab)
The city says scam emails posing as its Development Services Director, sent from non-city addresses, tell residents and contractors to pay permit fees through unofficial channels. Permit fees should go only through the city's online portal or the City Hall cashier.
- Cape Coral Residents May Experience Lower Water Pressure Saturday, October 3 (opens in a new tab)
Repairs at the south water treatment plant and a pump station meant little or no water pressure on Oct. 3, 2026 for properties along Cape Coral Parkway between Palm Tree and Chiquita boulevards. A boil-water notice could apply to customers in that shutdown area.
- Hurricane scam: Florida sues company over millions in stolen insurance funds (opens in a new tab)
Florida's attorney general sued Evolve Construction in September 2026, alleging it took insurance money from Hurricane Ian and Milton victims, mostly seniors, for roof, mold and restoration work it never started. Verify licenses and avoid big upfront payments.
- Naples condo first in city to install storm flood barrier after Ian (opens in a new tab)
A Naples condominium that took about 38 inches of water in Ian in 2022, which disabled its ground-floor generator and electrical gear, has put up a deployable metal flood barrier. It is the first in the city; the report gives no cost.
- Lee County launches new resource website 'Flooding Facts' (opens in a new tab)
Released after Hurricane Milton, the county's flooding site separates river, sheet-flow, surge and flash flooding and compares how Charley, Irma, Ian, Helene and Milton each flooded Lee County differently. Useful for knowing which flood type a property faces.
Permits and rules
The city states that all improvements and repairs of structures in the Special Flood Hazard Area require a permit, including a Substantial Improvement/Substantial Damage application. The city determines substantial damage, defined as restoration cost equal to or exceeding 50 percent of the structure's market value. In that case the building must meet current flood zone construction requirements.
Florida Statute 627.70132 bars a property insurance claim unless notice of the initial or reopened claim was given to the insurer within 1 year after the date of loss, and notice of a supplemental claim within 18 months. Under Statute 627.7152(13), post-loss benefits under a residential property insurance policy issued on or after January 1, 2023 may not be assigned, and an attempt is void, invalid and unenforceable.
A new National Flood Insurance Program policy becomes effective after a 30-day waiting period, with exceptions.
Cape Coral Utilities' after-hours emergency number for water main breaks is (239) 242-3400 (3:00 pm to 7:00 am).
What affects the cost
Prices vary by provider and by how much was affected, so ask for an estimate. What usually affects the cost:
- How large an area got wet, and for how long
- Whether the water was clean, like a supply line, or contaminated, like sewage or floodwater
- How much material has to come out, such as drywall, flooring or insulation
- Whether mold has started to grow
- Drying equipment and how many days it runs
- Rebuilding after the drying is done
What happens when you call
- You call the number on this page. A short automated assistant asks two or three questions, such as what's wrong and your ZIP code, so we can find the right provider.
- We connect your call to an independent water damage provider who serves Cape Coral (33993).
- You talk with the provider directly about the problem, timing and price before any work starts.
Main Street Water Damage doesn't charge you for the referral. The provider sets their own prices and does the work. Calls are recorded for quality and billing.
Around Cape Coral
The city's Future Land Use Element names the Seven Islands, Tyson Shores and Judd Creek sub-districts, the Pine Island Road District (PIRD) and the Burnt Store Road District (BURST), which serves northwest Cape Coral. It also names a Downtown Community Redevelopment Area, described as the historical heart of Cape Coral.
The city's economic development office describes North Cape Coral as where a significant share of future growth is expected. It calls South Cape and the Pine Island Road corridor established areas offering redevelopment opportunities. Coral Grove is a 131-acre mixed-use town center in northwest Cape Coral, on the north side of SW Pine Island Road between Chiquita Boulevard and Burnt Store Road.
City pages list addresses in ZIP codes 33990 (City Hall, 1015 Cultural Park Boulevard), 33904 (Community Redevelopment Agency office, 1231 Lafayette Street) and 33991 (Coral Grove, 2301 SW Pine Island Road). Lee County lists six municipalities, Cape Coral among them.
Questions people ask
What should I do first?
If it's safe, shut off the water at the main valve and turn off power to wet areas. Move valuables out of the water and take photos of the damage.
How long does drying take?
It depends on how much got wet and what it's made of. Your provider measures moisture and can tell you how long their equipment needs to run.
Will insurance cover it?
It depends on your policy and the cause. Sudden leaks are often treated differently from flooding or slow leaks. Check with your insurer and report the claim promptly.
Who will come to my home?
An independent water damage provider who serves Cape Coral (33993). Main Street Water Damage connects you; the provider does the work and sets the price.