Water damage repair and restoration in Compton, CA
Water damage in Compton, CA usually starts in one of a few places: a failed supply line or water heater, a roof or window leak, or water that gets into a basement or crawl space. 59% of Compton's 25,154 homes were built before 1960, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 4 Compton ZIP codes in Los Angeles County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Compton, 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; 4 Compton 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
Compton homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 25,154
- Median year built
- 1957
- Built before 1960
- 59%
- Owner-occupied
- 57%
Among the 213 California cities with pages on this site, Compton ranks #124 by number of homes and has older housing than 94% of them (median build year 1957). Its share of pre-1960 homes (59%) 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); 91,129 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Compton
Older foundations and pipes
In a city where 59% 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.
Atmospheric rivers
Winter storms bring heavy rain, roof leaks and flooding.
Slab leaks
Leaks in pipes under the slab go unnoticed.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the California page.
Common calls
Most requested in Compton
Disaster history in Los Angeles County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Los Angeles County in 14 major disaster declarations: 7 fires, 5 severe storms, 2 floods. The most recent was Wildfires and Straight-Line Winds in 2025 (DR-4856).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Compton water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Compton?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Compton, 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; 4 Compton 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 Compton?
The median home in Compton was built in 1957. About 59% of its 25,154 homes were built before 1960 and 6% 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 Los Angeles County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Los Angeles County in 14 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Wildfires and Straight-Line Winds (2025). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Compton?
Restoration companies in our network cover 4 Compton 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 Compton
90220, 90221, 90222, 90223
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Guides for Compton homeowners
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