Water damage repair and restoration in Los Gatos, CA
Water damage in Los Gatos, 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. Los Gatos has 13,901 homes with a median build year of 1971: 24% predate 1960 and 11% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 4 Los Gatos ZIP codes in Santa Clara County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Los Gatos, 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 Los Gatos ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Census data
Los Gatos homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 13,901
- Median year built
- 1971
- Built before 1960
- 24%
- Owner-occupied
- 62%
Among the 213 California cities with pages on this site, Los Gatos ranks #204 by number of homes and has older housing than 66% of them (median build year 1971). Its share of pre-1960 homes (24%) is close to the 24% average for those cities.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates (tables B25034, B25035, B25003); 32,952 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Los Gatos
Pipes from every era
With a median build year of 1971, Los Gatos has everything from galvanized and copper lines to PEX. Older homes see pipe and drain failures; newer ones see more appliance and fitting leaks.
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 Los Gatos
Disaster history in Santa Clara County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Santa Clara County in 5 major disaster declarations: 2 severe storms, 2 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
Los Gatos water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Los Gatos?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Los Gatos, 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 Los Gatos ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Los Gatos?
The median home in Los Gatos was built in 1971. About 24% of its 13,901 homes were built before 1960 and 11% 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 Santa Clara County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Santa Clara County in 5 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 Los Gatos?
Restoration companies in our network cover 4 Los Gatos 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 Los Gatos
95030, 95032, 95033, 95036
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Guides for Los Gatos homeowners
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