Maricopa County
Scottsdale, AZ water damage cleanup and restoration
In Scottsdale, AZ, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. Scottsdale has 138,422 homes with a median build year of 1990: 6% predate 1960 and 26% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 15 Scottsdale ZIP codes in Maricopa County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Scottsdale, AZ, shut off the water or power if it's safe, then call (833) 462-1975. We connect you with an independent restoration company that serves your ZIP; 15 Scottsdale ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Scottsdale
Mixed-age plumbing
Scottsdale's housing spans many decades, so leaks come from both ends: corroded original pipes in older homes and failed supply lines and appliances in newer ones.
Monsoon storms
July to September storms bring intense rain, wind and roof leaks.
Many neighborhoods, many causes
Scottsdale spans 15 ZIP codes, so the causes vary by neighborhood: older streets see more pipe and drain failures, newer subdivisions more appliance and supply-line leaks, and low-lying areas more storm water.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Arizona page.
Census data
Scottsdale homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 138,422
- Median year built
- 1990
- Built before 1960
- 6%
- Owner-occupied
- 68%
Among the 29 Arizona cities with pages on this site, Scottsdale ranks #2 by number of homes and has older housing than 68% of them (median build year 1990). Its share of pre-1960 homes (6%) is close to the 4% average for those cities.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates (tables B25034, B25035, B25003); 246,170 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Maricopa County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Maricopa County in 3 major disaster declarations: 2 severe storms, 1 flood. The most recent was Severe Storms and Flooding in 2014 (DR-4203).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Scottsdale water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Scottsdale?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Scottsdale, AZ, shut off the water or power if it's safe, then call (833) 462-1975. We connect you with an independent restoration company that serves your ZIP; 15 Scottsdale ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Scottsdale?
The median home in Scottsdale was built in 1990. About 6% of its 138,422 homes were built before 1960 and 26% in 2000 or later, according to the Census Bureau's American Community Survey. Older homes are more likely to have corroded pipes and drains; newer homes see more appliance and supply-line leaks.
Has Maricopa County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Maricopa County in 3 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms and Flooding (2014). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Scottsdale?
Restoration companies in our network cover 15 Scottsdale ZIP codes. Coverage is set ZIP by ZIP, so enter yours in the ZIP checker or call to confirm a company serves your address.
Common calls
Most requested in Scottsdale
ZIP codes covered in Scottsdale
85250, 85251, 85252, 85254, 85255, 85256, 85257, 85258, 85259, 85260, 85261, 85262, 85266, 85267, 85271
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Guides for Scottsdale homeowners
Water damage in Scottsdale?
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