St. Petersburg, Pinellas County
After the storm in St. Petersburg: board-up, tarps, and drying
When a hurricane or summer storm opens up a St. Petersburg home or business, Aftermath Restoration Group answers (239) 688-2880 24/7. We secure the building first, then extract and dry.
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Storm damage we see in St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg is surrounded by water on three sides, and Helene's surge flooded neighborhoods along Tampa Bay and Boca Ciega Bay in 2024, followed two weeks later by Milton's wind. Wind-driven rain, roof damage, and broken windows are common after storms here.
St. Petersburg is the largest city in Pinellas County, on the peninsula between Tampa Bay and Boca Ciega Bay. Housing ranges from 1920s bungalows in Old Northeast and Kenwood to waterfront homes on Snell Isle and in Shore Acres to downtown condo towers. Hurricane Helene's surge flooded low neighborhoods like Shore Acres in September 2024.
Stay safe first
- Keep generators outside and far from the house.
- Report the claim to your insurer as soon as you can.
- Move valuables out of wet rooms.
Our storm response
- Tarp damaged roof sections to stop more water getting in.
- Extract storm and flood water from floors and carpet.
- Cut out wet materials that will not dry in place.
- Set air movers and dehumidifiers and track moisture readings until dry.
- Record each source of water apart, because wind and flood are often different policies.
Why St. Petersburg's housing stock matters here
Median year built: 1969. That matters because homes built before 2002 predate the statewide Florida Building Code and its stronger wind provisions. About 37% of occupied homes are rented, so landlords, tenants, and managers often share the call and the paperwork. Population: about 259,343 (the Census Bureau's 2018–2022 American Community Survey estimate). About 26% of units are in buildings with 10 or more units, so wind-driven rain gets in around sliders and windows on upper floors.
Documentation for your insurer
Wind damage is usually a homeowners claim; rising water usually needs a flood policy. We document each source separately with photos, readings, and a written scope. You keep the claim; we are not a public adjuster.
Also in St. Petersburg
- Water damage in St. Petersburg: extraction, structural drying, and moisture mapping.
- Mold remediation in St. Petersburg: containment, HEPA filtration, and removal under Florida license MRSR4195.
- Fire and smoke in St. Petersburg: board-up, soot and odor cleanup, and drying of firefighting water.
- Emergency tarping in St. Petersburg: temporary roof cover to stop water until a roofer repairs it.
- Commercial restoration in St. Petersburg: water, mold, and fire restoration for businesses, rentals, and associations.
- All services in St. Petersburg
Neighboring communities
Emergency dispatch
Request a crew
Water, mold, fire, or storm damage. We document the loss for your insurance claim. You keep the claim.
24/7 · Licensed & insured · FL mold license MRSR4195 · ★ 5.0 on Google (21 reviews)
Standing water or an active scene? Call (239) 688-2880 now. We answer 24/7. By sending, you agree we may call or text this number about this loss.
Common questions
Storm damage restoration questions in St. Petersburg
What does storm damage cleanup look like in St. Petersburg?
We secure openings with metal panels, tarp roof damage, extract flood and storm water, remove soaked drywall, insulation, and flooring that cannot be dried, and dry the structure. We document wind and flood damage separately. You keep your claim.
What if storm water sat in my St. Petersburg home for days?
Anything soaked for days, like drywall, insulation, and carpet pad, usually has to come out. We remove it, dry the structure, and check for mold before the walls are closed up.
Do you tarp roofs in St. Petersburg after a storm?
Yes. We offer emergency roof tarping in every area we serve, including St. Petersburg. The tarp stops more water getting in until a licensed roofer makes permanent repairs.
Do you board up businesses in St. Petersburg after storms?
Yes. We secure broken windows and doors, tarp roofs, and extract and dry storm water in commercial buildings in St. Petersburg.
Who handles storm damage in St. Petersburg?
Aftermath Restoration Group handles storm damage in St. Petersburg and across Pinellas County, 24/7. Call (239) 688-2880 for board-up, emergency tarping, water extraction, and drying. We give you an arrival time when you call.