County: Broward · High-Velocity Hurricane Zone
Public Adjuster in Hollywood, Florida
Hollywood stretches from the beach and the barrier island to western neighborhoods inside the South Broward Drainage District, so flood risk can change a lot from one address to the next. The city reports that over 11,000 Hollywood properties have been included in FEMA's Special Flood Hazard Area. We help Hollywood owners sort out water, roof and hurricane damage and understand where homeowners coverage ends and flood coverage begins.
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- Licensed public adjusterFlorida license W319359
- English and SpanishTalk in the language you prefer
- Free first evaluationBy phone, Zoom or a home visit
- South FloridaMiami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach
Hollywood
Claims we help with in Hollywood
Water damage and flood questions
If your property is now in a flood zone, the line between a homeowners claim and a flood claim matters more. We help you document where the water came from.
Water Damage Claims in HollywoodHurricane damage near the coast
Wind, wind-driven rain and storm surge can all reach a coastal property in the same storm. We help separate what each policy should cover.
Hurricane & Storm Damage Claims in HollywoodUnderpaid claims
When the payment does not match the repairs, a line-by-line comparison of the insurer's estimate with your contractor's estimate shows what is missing.
Underpaid Insurance Claim Review in Hollywood
Local information
Hollywood's 50 percent rule
The city applies the substantial improvement rule: when damage or the cost of improvements reaches 50 percent or more of a structure's market value, the building has to meet current flood requirements, which can change the scope of a repair. On the beach, most construction seaward of the Coastal Construction Control Line also needs a state permit unless it is exempt.
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Simple process
How it works
Tell us what happened
Complete the form or call. A few details are enough to start.
We contact you
We call you back to arrange a free consultation by phone, Zoom or at your property by appointment.
Understand your next steps
We review the information available and explain clearly what may come next with your claim.
Client experiences
What property owners say
“Super responsive to any request and messages sent.”
“… knowledgeable, professional and truly care about their clients.”
“… very helpful throughout the claim process …”
Selected excerpts from individual experiences. Results vary from claim to claim.
Questions
Your questions, answered
Is my Hollywood property in a flood zone now?
It may be. The city reports that over 11,000 properties have been included in the Special Flood Hazard Area, and FEMA's new Broward maps took effect on July 31, 2024. The city's flood information pages explain how to check an address.
What is the 50 percent rule in Hollywood?
If damage or improvements reach 50 percent or more of a structure's market value, the building must meet current flood requirements. That can affect the repair scope in a claim.
Do you visit properties in Hollywood?
Yes. Consultations start by phone or Zoom, and visits to the property are arranged by appointment. Our Miami address is for correspondence only.
Let’s talk about your property.
Call or send your details and we will contact you to arrange your free evaluation.
Ricardo Arevalo · Florida Public Adjuster · W319359
Public adjusting firm license: W824117