Business Details
20 Years
experience
Emergency
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Trusted Damage Restoration Experts in Tampa, FL
Lightning Restoration was established in 2006 with a mission to provide exceptional restoration services to the Tampa Bay area. Our team specializes in water, fire, and mold remediation, utilizing advanced technology and proven procedures to maximize efficiency and minimize disruption for property owners. As a certified firm with the IICRC and licensed mold remediators, we maintain rigorous training standards to ensure our technicians deliver industry-leading expertise.We work directly with insurance carriers, property management companies, and individual clients to provide 24/7 emergency response and comprehensive restoration solutions. Our commitment to professional integrity extends to community service, demonstrated through acts like waiving fees for vulnerable residents. With locations across Florida and North Carolina, we combine local knowledge with national standards to restore properties and rebuild trust after disasters.
Services
Fire Remediation
Water Remediation
Mold Remediation
Biohazard Cleanup
Catastrophic Loss Services
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- 24/7 emergency response with guaranteed 2-hour arrival
- IICRC-certified technicians with continuous industry training
- Community-focused approach with demonstrated acts of goodwill
- State-licensed mold remediators with specialized equipment
- Direct collaboration with insurance companies and adjusters
Associations and certifications
- IICRC
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
What people say
Excellent service
Prompt response
Knowledgeable staff
Compassionate approach
Community-focused values
Services
Fire Remediation
Our IICRC-certified technicians provide comprehensive fire damage restoration using industrial-grade equipment and environmentally friendly cleaning methods. We handle smoke odor removal, structural cleaning, and content restoration while working directly with insurance companies. Our 24/7 emergency service includes immediate board-up protection and detailed damage assessment to begin restoration within two hours of your call.
Water Remediation
Specialized water damage restoration services include standing water extraction, industrial drying with dehumidifiers, and mold prevention treatments. Our certified technicians use moisture mapping technology to identify hidden damage and provide complete electronic claims documentation within 48 hours. Emergency services operate 24/7 with guaranteed rapid response times for residential and commercial properties.
Mold Remediation
State-licensed mold remediation services combine HEPA filtration systems with infrared detection technology to identify moisture sources. We provide containment procedures to prevent cross-contamination and guarantee 100% remediation success. Our certified technicians handle both structural and content remediation while maintaining strict safety protocols for toxic mold species found in Florida's humid climate.
Biohazard Cleanup
Licensed biohazard remediation services include crime scene cleaning, hoarding removal, and infectious waste disposal. Our technicians hold specialized certifications for trauma cleanup and maintain pollution insurance for client protection. We work with law enforcement and social services to restore properties contaminated by biological hazards while maintaining strict confidentiality and sensitivity protocols.
Catastrophic Loss Services
Comprehensive catastrophic loss services address hurricane, flood, and tornado damage with specialized document recovery and structural decontamination. Our team handles large-scale projects requiring humidity control and structural drying systems. We provide complete recovery solutions for commercial properties including industrial cleaning and decontamination of contaminated materials following major natural disasters.
People
Scott DeMalteris
Owner
With 17+ years leading Lightning Restoration, Scott DeMalteris oversees operations while personally engaging with clients during critical moments. His commitment to community service includes waiving fees for vulnerable residents while maintaining industry-leading standards through continuous technician training and certification programs.
Questions
What services does Lightning Restoration offer?
We provide 24/7 emergency restoration services including fire, water, and mold remediation, biohazard cleanup, and catastrophic loss recovery across Florida and North Carolina.
Are your technicians certified?
All technicians hold IICRC certifications with specialized training in mold remediation, biohazard cleanup, and water damage restoration. Our team maintains continuous education to meet national standards.
How quickly do you respond to emergencies?
We guarantee arrival within two hours of your call with 24/7 emergency response available for fire, water damage, and biohazard situations across our service areas.
Do you work with insurance companies?
Yes, we collaborate directly with insurance carriers and adjusters, providing detailed documentation within 48 hours and handling claims processing to simplify your restoration experience.
What makes Lightning Restoration different?
Our combination of rapid response, industry certifications, and community-focused values sets us apart. We maintain specialized equipment and pollution insurance while prioritizing client compassion during difficult situations.
Can you handle large-scale disasters?
Our catastrophic loss team manages major hurricane, flood, and tornado damage with industrial equipment and document recovery systems, serving both residential and commercial properties across multiple states.
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