Water damage restoration in Novato, CA
Water damage in Novato, 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. Novato has 21,257 homes with a median build year of 1974: 21% predate 1960 and 13% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 1 Novato ZIP code in Marin County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Novato, 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; 1 Novato ZIP code is covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Novato
Pipes from every era
With a median build year of 1974, Novato 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 Novato
Census data
Novato homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 21,257
- Median year built
- 1974
- Built before 1960
- 21%
- Owner-occupied
- 66%
Among the 213 California cities with pages on this site, Novato ranks #144 by number of homes and has older housing than 57% of them (median build year 1974). Its share of pre-1960 homes (21%) 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); 52,311 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Marin County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Marin County in 8 major disaster declarations: 6 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
Novato water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Novato?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Novato, 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; 1 Novato ZIP code is covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Novato?
The median home in Novato was built in 1974. About 21% of its 21,257 homes were built before 1960 and 13% 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 Marin County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Marin County in 8 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 Novato?
Restoration companies in our network cover 1 Novato ZIP code. 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 Novato
94949
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Guides for Novato homeowners
Water damage in Novato?
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