Water damage repair and restoration in Burlingame, CA
Most water damage calls in Burlingame, CA come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. 55% of Burlingame's 13,675 homes were built before 1960, and 30% before 1940, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 2 Burlingame ZIP codes in San Mateo County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Burlingame, CA, 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; 2 Burlingame ZIP codes are covered. With many older homes here, hidden pipe and drain leaks are common, so ask for a moisture check behind walls.
Census data
Burlingame homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 13,675
- Median year built
- 1957
- Built before 1960
- 55%
- Owner-occupied
- 50%
Among the 213 California cities with pages on this site, Burlingame ranks #209 by number of homes and has older housing than 94% of them (median build year 1957). Its share of pre-1960 homes (55%) is well above the 24% 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); 30,885 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Burlingame
Older foundations and pipes
In a city where 55% of homes were built before 1960, the usual suspects are corroded supply lines, cracked cast-iron drains and foundations that let water in after heavy rain.
Apartments and shared walls
Renters occupy about 50% of Burlingame's homes. In multi-unit buildings, water from one unit travels through floors and shared walls, so report leaks to the landlord or association in writing right away.
Atmospheric rivers
Winter storms bring heavy rain, roof leaks and flooding.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the California page.
Common calls
Most requested in Burlingame
Disaster history in San Mateo County
Since 2000, FEMA has included San Mateo County in 7 major disaster declarations: 3 severe storms, 3 floods, 1 fire. The most recent was Severe Winter Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides in 2023 (DR-4699).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Burlingame water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Burlingame?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Burlingame, CA, 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; 2 Burlingame ZIP codes are covered. With many older homes here, hidden pipe and drain leaks are common, so ask for a moisture check behind walls.
How old are homes in Burlingame?
The median home in Burlingame was built in 1957. About 55% of its 13,675 homes were built before 1960 and 9% 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 San Mateo County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included San Mateo County in 7 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Winter Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides (2023). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Burlingame?
Restoration companies in our network cover 2 Burlingame 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 Burlingame
94010, 94011
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