Water damage repair and restoration in Manhattan Beach, CA
In Manhattan Beach, CA, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. 37% of Manhattan Beach's 14,945 homes were built before 1960, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 2 Manhattan Beach ZIP codes in Los Angeles County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Manhattan 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; 2 Manhattan 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.
Census data
Manhattan Beach homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 14,945
- Median year built
- 1970
- Built before 1960
- 37%
- Owner-occupied
- 66%
Among the 213 California cities with pages on this site, Manhattan Beach ranks #193 by number of homes and has older housing than 67% of them (median build year 1970). Its share of pre-1960 homes (37%) 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); 33,453 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Manhattan Beach
Original plumbing in older homes
37% of Manhattan Beach's housing predates 1960. Pipes that old narrow with rust, joints weaken and drain lines crack, so a small drip behind plaster or under a floor can go unnoticed until stains or soft spots appear.
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 Manhattan Beach
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
Manhattan Beach water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Manhattan Beach?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Manhattan 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; 2 Manhattan 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 Manhattan Beach?
The median home in Manhattan Beach was built in 1970. About 37% of its 14,945 homes were built before 1960 and 16% 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 Manhattan Beach?
Restoration companies in our network cover 2 Manhattan 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.
ZIP codes covered in Manhattan Beach
90266, 90267
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Guides for Manhattan Beach homeowners
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