Water damage restoration in Modesto, CA
Water damage in Modesto, 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. Modesto has 75,525 homes with a median build year of 1978: 20% predate 1960 and 12% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 10 Modesto ZIP codes in Stanislaus County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Modesto, 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; 10 Modesto ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Modesto
Pipes from every era
With a median build year of 1978, Modesto 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.
Many neighborhoods, many causes
Modesto spans 10 ZIP codes, so the causes vary by neighborhood: older streets see more pipe and drain failures, newer subdivisions more appliance and supply-line leaks, and low-lying areas more storm water.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the California page.
Common calls
Most requested in Modesto
Census data
Modesto homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 75,525
- Median year built
- 1978
- Built before 1960
- 20%
- Owner-occupied
- 58%
Among the 213 California cities with pages on this site, Modesto ranks #18 by number of homes and has older housing than 42% of them (median build year 1978). Its share of pre-1960 homes (20%) 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); 220,592 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Stanislaus County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Stanislaus 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
Modesto water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Modesto?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Modesto, 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; 10 Modesto ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Modesto?
The median home in Modesto was built in 1978. About 20% of its 75,525 homes were built before 1960 and 12% 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 Stanislaus County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Stanislaus 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 Modesto?
Restoration companies in our network cover 10 Modesto 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 Modesto
95350, 95351, 95352, 95353, 95354, 95355, 95356, 95357, 95358, 95397
Local services in Modesto
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Guides for Modesto homeowners
Water damage in Modesto?
Stop the source if you can, then call. We'll connect you with a local restoration company that serves your ZIP.
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