Merced County
Merced, CA water damage cleanup and restoration
Most water damage calls in Merced, CA come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. Merced has 29,208 homes with a median build year of 1983: 19% predate 1960 and 29% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 4 Merced ZIP codes in Merced County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Merced, 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 Merced ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Merced
Mixed-age plumbing
Merced's housing spans many decades, so leaks come from both ends: corroded original pipes in older homes and failed supply lines and appliances in newer ones.
Apartments and shared walls
Renters occupy about 56% of Merced'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
Merced homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 29,208
- Median year built
- 1983
- Built before 1960
- 19%
- Owner-occupied
- 44%
Among the 213 California cities with pages on this site, Merced ranks #94 by number of homes and has older housing than 30% of them (median build year 1983). Its share of pre-1960 homes (19%) 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); 96,073 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Merced County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Merced County in 5 major disaster declarations: 3 severe storms, 2 floods. 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
Merced water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Merced?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Merced, 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 Merced ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Merced?
The median home in Merced was built in 1983. About 19% of its 29,208 homes were built before 1960 and 29% 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 Merced County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Merced 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 Merced?
Restoration companies in our network cover 4 Merced 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 Merced
ZIP codes covered in Merced
95340, 95341, 95343, 95348
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Guides for Merced homeowners
Water damage in Merced?
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