Our Story

Located thirty-five miles northwest of Tampa in Pasco county is the city of New Port Richey. Downtown New Port Richey’s riverfront landscapes, natural areas, and green spaces create the perfect backdrop for this historic north Tampa Bay community. New Port Richey blends culture, business, beaches, and award-winning restaurants, with the feel and charm of a small town. 

New Port Richey’s recreational areas, like Sims Park, Robert K. Rees Memorial Park, and Green Key Beach, are ideal for hiking, swimming, bicycling, picnicking, playing, and exercising. 

New Port Richey’s James E Grey Preserve, Anclote Key Preserve State Park, Werner Boyce Salt Springs State Park, and Jay B. Starkey Wilderness Park provide outdoor enthusiasts and nature lovers with fishing, biking, hiking, and boating opportunities.

Destinations like Big Storm Brewing Co., Cotee River Brewing Company, Richey Suncoast Theater, and Downtown New Port Richey provide dining and entertainment experiences that are unique to New Port Richey.

For more immersive entertainment options, Busch Gardens and Adventure Island are easily accessible from New Port Richey.

New Port Richey’s location provides easy access to the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, the Tampa Bay Lightning, and the University of South Florida Bulls sporting events.

PuroClean of New Port Richey is ready to restore residential and commercial buildings damaged by water or fire in New Port Richey, Clearwater, and Tarpon Springs to their pre-damaged state by providing the highest level of service in the industry.

PuroClean of New Port Richey was founded by Gianni Cortes, a second-generation contractor, and Nicole Hemingway, a construction operations leader with more than 25 years of experience in commercial projects. Their combined background includes deep roots in hospitality construction and shapes a customer-first approach that prioritizes communication, precision, and an elevated service experience. Together, they built PuroClean of New Port Richey on the belief that property restoration should feel professional, predictable, and surprisingly human during life’s toughest moments. And above all, they set out to deliver a true white-glove experience; excelling in both restoration and reconstruction so clients can feel taken care of from the first call to the final walkthrough.

Call PuroClean of New Port Richey today at (727) 339-7277.

We are ready to respond to your needs with excellence, honesty, and empathy.

Our Team

Gianni Cortes

President

Joined PuroClean in 2023

Gianni is a native of Tarpon Springs, Florida. He is a husband, father, business owner, and a recognized expert in the construction industry. Gianni has eight years of experience in project management and ten years of experience in business administration and technology integration. Gianni manages and oversees the company and staff.

Nicole Hemingway

Vice President

Joined PuroClean in 2023

Nicole is a mother of two and has a degree in business administration. She has seventeen years of experience in construction business operations. Nicole manages the office and supports field operations.
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Nick Rice

Sales Manager

Joined PuroClean in 2025

Nick Rice plays an integral role in our mission of relentless customer service. With a strong focus on communication, follow-through, and accountability, Nick bridges the gap between sales initiatives and operational goals. His ability to align strategy with execution helps drive consistent performance, strong relationships, and a service experience that sets our team apart.
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Andrew Farley

Lead Mitigation Manager

Joined PuroClean in 2025

Andrew Farley serves as our Lead Mitigation Manager, overseeing emergency response with precision, urgency, and a steady hand. Andrew ensures our partners and customers receive clear expectations, rapid action, and unwavering support during their most stressful moments. His leadership in the field keeps projects moving, teams aligned, and clients confident that they’re in capable hands.

Achievements

We have been honored to receive the following awards and certifications:

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IICRC Certified

EPA Lead-Safe Certified

EPA Lead-Safe Certified

Profile Gorilla PreQual+ Verified

Xactimate Level 2

Microbial Warrior Certification

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Nextdoor Neighborhood Faves 2024

Nextdoor Neighborhood Faves 2025

"Gianni and his team were extremely professional and great with keeping us informed. My vacation rental property had a pipe burst and I was referred to PuroClean of New Port Richey. They arrived at [...]

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Gianni was amazing from the start! He is very personable and explained every step beforehand. He gave a reasonable quote, had crew work very quickly, gave end of day reviews and next steps for the [...]

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Called PuroClean and Gianni was quick to respond to flood damage in Port Richey. He came immediately with his team and got to work. They were very professional and great to work with. They removed my [...]

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January 8th

PuroClean Hosts Free Adjuster CE Class in Tampa, Florida

November 25th

Neighbors Name PuroClean of New Port Richey a “2025 Nextdoor Neighborhood Fave” in Nextdoor’s 9th Annual Local Business Awards