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Restoration Doctor
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What this listing says
Fort Lauderdale and Broward County homeowners dealing with water damage that has led to mold, who want one company to handle extraction through remediation.
Best for
- Fort Lauderdale and western Broward homeowners who need water damage and mold handled by one company.
- Property owners dealing with a pipe burst or roof leak that has already caused mold growth.
- Commercial property managers needing 24/7 emergency restoration to minimize business downtime.
- Homeowners who want direct insurance billing so they do not pay out of pocket upfront.
About this company
Restoration Doctor is a full-service restoration company headquartered on Sheridan Street in Fort Lauderdale, with additional offices in Davie, Naples, and Panama City. They handle the entire damage cycle: water extraction, drying, mold remediation, fire and smoke cleanup, storm damage repair, emergency board-up, and contents restoration. They bill insurance directly and offer 24/7 emergency response.
Their mold page mentions Certified Mold Remediation Professionals on staff and describes a process of inspection, containment, removal, and moisture source sealing. The website does not name specific equipment brands or testing methodologies. They assign a project manager to each job and describe daily monitoring during the drying process.
Restoration Doctor has operated since 2007. They serve both residential and commercial properties across multiple Florida markets, from Broward County to the Panhandle. The multi-location footprint is unusual for a company with only 37 Google reviews on their Fort Lauderdale listing.
Services
Service area
Headquartered in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with offices in Davie, Naples, and Panama City. The website lists service in Pembroke Pines, Davie, Fort Lauderdale, Naples, and Panama City. The geographic spread across South Florida and the Panhandle is broad for a single company -- confirm local crew availability for your area.
Review consensus
Reviewers consistently describe fast response times and smooth handling of water-to-mold situations. Mario drew specific praise from Stephen Busse for restoring an apartment after a burst pipe. Marlon Ferdinand credited Albert and his crew for being knowledgeable and helpful. Harry Aviles named Andres and described a clean, organized mold removal job. Multiple reviewers mention the company explained the restoration process clearly and kept them informed.
0 found across 37 total reviews at 4.7★. No negative reviews in the last 18 months. With 37 total reviews at 4.7 stars, the absence of recent complaints is notable but the small sample makes it hard to draw strong conclusions.
The review profile is unusual: 37 reviews over a company that has operated since 2007 across four Florida locations. Most reviews cluster in mid-2020 and lack text, which could reflect a review solicitation push during that period rather than organic accumulation. No Local Guide reviewers left negative feedback, and the three Local Guides who did review (Ani Piedrahita, Rachel Peticca, Yorgui Beltran) all gave 5 stars with substantive text.
Mario (restoration technician -- praised by Stephen Busse for burst pipe restoration). Albert (crew lead -- praised by Marlon Ferdinand for knowledge and helpfulness). Andres (crew member -- praised by Harry Aviles for mold removal quality and clean work).
The reviews that do contain detail describe competent, responsive water damage and mold work. Ask for Mario, Albert, or Andres by name if they still work there. The low review count relative to the company's age means you are working with limited public feedback -- ask for references from recent jobs in your specific area.
Keep in mind
- Restoration Doctor does both mold testing and mold remediation. This is a conflict of interest -- the same company that finds the mold profits from removing it. Get an independent mold assessment before signing a remediation contract.
- The website claims service across South Florida, Naples, and Panama City, but the Fort Lauderdale listing has only 37 reviews. Ask whether crews dispatched to your area are local or traveling from another office.
- Nearly all 37 reviews are 5-star, but most contain no text. The review volume is low for a company that has operated since 2007 across multiple locations.
- The website copyright reads 2020 and the content has not been updated with specifics about equipment, certifications, or team members. Ask for current credentials directly.