- ZIP code
- 34242
- County
- Sarasota
- Typical housing
- Beachfront condos, canal-front homes, mid-century cottages, new elevated homes, vacation rentals
- Main water risks
- Gulf and bay surge, wind damage, flooded ground floors, rental leaks, 50% rule decisions
Two storms in two weeks
Helene's surge flooded Siesta Key's streets and ground floors in late September 2024, and Milton came ashore nearby on October 9 with major-hurricane winds. Many homes had surge damage from the first storm and roof and wind damage from the second. Surge debris, sand and saltwater contamination make cleanup more involved. See flood cleanup.
Canal homes on the bay side
Much of Siesta Key's housing sits along canals on the Roberts Bay and Little Sarasota Bay side. Surge came in from the bay as well as the Gulf, and seawalls and low canal-front homes flooded. Older ground-level homes in high-risk zones may face the 50 percent rule when repair estimates are large, which can mean elevating or rebuilding. Start with the county building department.
Condos and vacation rentals
Condos and rental homes make up much of the island. After the storms, many units sat without power or AC for days, and humidity led to mold on walls, cabinets and furniture even where no water came in. Owners who are away need a local team they can trust. See multi-unit restoration.
Services in Siesta Key
- Water Damage Restoration
- Flood Cleanup
- Burst Pipe Repair
- Ceiling & Roof Leak Repair
- Storm & Hurricane Damage Restoration
- Mold Remediation
- Structural Drying & Dehumidification
- Sewage Cleanup
- AC & HVAC Condensation Leak Damage
- Insurance Claims Assistance
- Hurricane & Flood Damage Reconstruction
- Commercial Water Damage Restoration