Water damage repair and restoration in Fort Smith, AR
In Fort Smith, AR, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. Fort Smith has 40,146 homes with a median build year of 1976: 27% predate 1960 and 19% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 12 Fort Smith ZIP codes in Sebastian County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Fort Smith, AR, 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; 12 Fort Smith ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Census data
Fort Smith homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 40,146
- Median year built
- 1976
- Built before 1960
- 27%
- Owner-occupied
- 53%
Among the 12 Arkansas cities with pages on this site, Fort Smith ranks #3 by number of homes and has older housing than 64% of them (median build year 1976). Its share of pre-1960 homes (27%) is well above the 18% average for those cities, which points to more pipe, drain and foundation leaks.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates (tables B25034, B25035, B25003); 90,507 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Fort Smith
Pipes from every era
With a median build year of 1976, Fort Smith has everything from galvanized and copper lines to PEX. Older homes see pipe and drain failures; newer ones see more appliance and fitting leaks.
Severe storms
Hail and wind damage roofs, letting rain in.
Many neighborhoods, many causes
Fort Smith spans 12 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 Arkansas page.
Common calls
Most requested in Fort Smith
Disaster history in Sebastian County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Sebastian County in 6 major disaster declarations: 3 severe storms, 2 ice storms, 1 flood. The most recent was Severe Storms and Flooding in 2019 (DR-4441).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Fort Smith water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Fort Smith?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Fort Smith, AR, 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; 12 Fort Smith ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Fort Smith?
The median home in Fort Smith was built in 1976. About 27% of its 40,146 homes were built before 1960 and 19% 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 Sebastian County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Sebastian County in 6 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms and Flooding (2019). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Fort Smith?
Restoration companies in our network cover 12 Fort Smith ZIP codes. Coverage is set ZIP by ZIP, so enter yours in the ZIP checker or call to confirm a company serves your address.
ZIP codes covered in Fort Smith
72901, 72903, 72904, 72905, 72906, 72908, 72913, 72914, 72916, 72917, 72918, 72919
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Guides for Fort Smith homeowners
Water damage in Fort Smith?
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