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Practical, no-fluff guides from our crew — water damage timelines, mold testing playbooks, hurricane prep checklists, paint and stucco how-tos. Updated regularly with what we're seeing on actual jobs.

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Water Damage · 4 min

Cape Coral Water Damage: What To Do In The First 24 Hours

Hurricane Ian taught Cape Coral homeowners hard lessons about water damage. Here's what the first 24 hours after a flood should look like.

2026-05-21 · Pro GC & Restoration
Hurricane Prep · 6 min

SWFL Hurricane Season Checklist: What To Have Ready By June 1

Hurricane season starts June 1. Here's the 14-item checklist every Lee, Collier, and Charlotte County homeowner should run before then.

2026-05-14 · Pro GC & Restoration
Mold · 5 min

Hidden Mold After Hurricane Ian: Why Cape Coral Homes Are Still Discovering It

Three years after Hurricane Ian, Cape Coral homeowners are still finding hidden mold from the storm. Here's why and what to do.

2026-04-30 · Pro GC & Restoration
Exterior Painting · 4 min

Can You Paint Florida Exteriors During Rainy Season? (Yes — Here's How)

Most painters avoid SWFL summer. Here's why we don't — and how we plan around afternoon thunderstorms to paint year-round.

2026-04-16 · Pro GC & Restoration
Mold · 5 min

How Much Does Mold Remediation Cost in Southwest Florida?

Mold remediation in SWFL ranges from $500 to $30,000+. Here's exactly what drives the cost and how to ballpark your project.

2026-04-02 · Pro GC & Restoration
Stucco · 5 min

Stucco Cracks in SWFL: Which Ones Are Cosmetic, Which Mean Trouble

Not all stucco cracks are equal. Here's how to identify which cracks are normal aging and which signal real structural problems.

2026-03-19 · Pro GC & Restoration
General Construction · 6 min

Kitchen Remodel Costs: How Naples and Cape Coral Compare

Kitchen remodels in Naples and Cape Coral can vary 2-3x in price for the same scope. Here's why, and what you actually pay for.

2026-03-05 · Pro GC & Restoration
Fire Damage · 5 min

Fire Damage Restoration vs. Cleanup: Why The Difference Matters For Insurance

After a fire, what your insurance pays depends on whether you call it cleanup or restoration. Here's the distinction.

2026-02-19 · Pro GC & Restoration
Hurricane Recovery · 4 min

Lehigh Acres Storm Damage Three Years After Hurricane Ian

Hundreds of Lehigh Acres homes still have unresolved Hurricane Ian damage. Here's what we're seeing in 2026 and how to fix it.

2026-02-05 · Pro GC & Restoration
Mold · 4 min

DIY Mold Cleanup: When It's Safe And When To Call A Professional

Small mold spots can be cleaned safely with bleach and a brush. Larger or hidden mold can't. Here's the line.

2026-01-22 · Pro GC & Restoration
Exterior Painting · 5 min

How To Get Your HOA To Approve Your Paint Color (Bonita Bay, Pelican Bay, Pelican Sound, Sandoval)

Getting a SWFL HOA to approve a paint color can take 4-12 weeks. Here's the playbook we use for clients in Bonita Bay, Pelican Bay, Pelican Sound, and Sandoval.

2026-01-08 · Pro GC & Restoration
Home Buying · 5 min

SWFL Home Buyer's Mold Inspection Checklist

Buying a home in SWFL? Don't close without a mold inspection. Here's the exact checklist we'd run if we were the buyer.

2025-12-25 · Pro GC & Restoration

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