Question 1

Is Fort Myers Beach the same as Estero?

Accepted Answer

No. Fort Myers Beach is the town on Estero Island. The Village of Estero is inland, east of US 41, and is a completely different place with a completely different housing stock. We serve both.

Question 2

Did Ian make landfall at Fort Myers Beach?

Accepted Answer

Not technically, though the effect was worse here than almost anywhere. Landfall was at Cayo Costa, with a second Florida landfall near Punta Gorda. Estero Island took the highest surge.

Question 3

Is a brand-new house here worth inspecting?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and arguably more than an older one. A lot of this was built fast under enormous demand, and elevated coastal construction has connection and detail requirements that are easy to get wrong.

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