Los Angeles County
Long Beach, CA water damage cleanup and restoration
In Long Beach, CA, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. 53% of Long Beach's 181,469 homes were built before 1960, and 19% before 1940, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 24 Long Beach ZIP codes in Los Angeles County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Long Beach, 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; 24 Long Beach 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 Long Beach
Older foundations and pipes
In a city where 53% 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 59% of Long Beach'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.
Census data
Long Beach homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 181,469
- Median year built
- 1958
- Built before 1960
- 53%
- Owner-occupied
- 41%
Among the 213 California cities with pages on this site, Long Beach ranks #6 by number of homes and has older housing than 93% of them (median build year 1958). Its share of pre-1960 homes (53%) 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); 450,901 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
Long Beach water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Long Beach?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Long Beach, 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; 24 Long Beach 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 Long Beach?
The median home in Long Beach was built in 1958. About 53% of its 181,469 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 Long Beach?
Restoration companies in our network cover 24 Long Beach 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 Long Beach
ZIP codes covered in Long Beach
90801, 90802, 90803, 90804, 90805, 90806, 90807, 90808, 90809, 90810, 90813, 90814, 90815, 90822, 90831, 90832, 90833, 90840, 90842, 90844, 90846, 90847, 90848, 90853
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Guides for Long Beach homeowners
Water damage in Long Beach?
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