Water damage restoration in Gardena, CA
Most water damage calls in Gardena, CA come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. 44% of Gardena's 22,044 homes were built before 1960, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 3 Gardena ZIP codes in Los Angeles County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Gardena, 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; 3 Gardena ZIP codes are covered. With many older homes here, hidden pipe and drain leaks are common, so ask for a moisture check behind walls.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Gardena
Older foundations and pipes
In a city where 44% 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 51% of Gardena'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 Gardena
Census data
Gardena homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 22,044
- Median year built
- 1964
- Built before 1960
- 44%
- Owner-occupied
- 49%
Among the 213 California cities with pages on this site, Gardena ranks #138 by number of homes and has older housing than 82% of them (median build year 1964). Its share of pre-1960 homes (44%) 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); 58,921 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
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
Gardena water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Gardena?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Gardena, 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; 3 Gardena 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 Gardena?
The median home in Gardena was built in 1964. About 44% of its 22,044 homes were built before 1960 and 10% 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 Gardena?
Restoration companies in our network cover 3 Gardena 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 Gardena
90247, 90248, 90249
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Guides for Gardena homeowners
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