Water damage restoration in New Port Richey often traces back to the Pithlachascotee River, known locally as the Cotee River, which winds through downtown past Sims Park to the Gulf. Hurricane Helene's surge in 2024 pushed Gulf water up the river and into homes on low streets across the Pasco County coast.
Much of the city's housing is block on slab from the 1950s through the 1980s. Surge and river water are Category 3, so soaked drywall, insulation, carpet and cabinet bases come out. Away from the water, the usual calls are burst supply lines, water heaters and AC condensate overflows.
Around New Port Richey
Places nearby:
- 📍Sims Park
- 📍Pithlachascotee River
- 📍Main Street
- 📍US-19
Water Damage Restoration in New Port Richey : What to Know
- •Homes inside city limits get repair permits from the City of New Port Richey; unincorporated areas go through Pasco County.
- •After a major flood, the permit office checks repairs against the FEMA 50 percent substantial damage rule.
- •Mid-century homes may still have original cast iron drain lines that crack under slabs.
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