Water damage repair and restoration in Palmdale, CA
In Palmdale, CA, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. Palmdale has 48,505 homes with a median build year of 1989: 8% predate 1960 and 24% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 6 Palmdale ZIP codes in Los Angeles County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Palmdale, 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; 6 Palmdale ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Census data
Palmdale homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 48,505
- Median year built
- 1989
- Built before 1960
- 8%
- Owner-occupied
- 66%
Among the 213 California cities with pages on this site, Palmdale ranks #41 by number of homes and has older housing than 16% of them (median build year 1989). Its share of pre-1960 homes (8%) is below the 24% average for those cities, so appliance and supply-line leaks are a bigger share of calls.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates (tables B25034, B25035, B25003); 162,536 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Palmdale
Mixed-age plumbing
Palmdale'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.
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 Palmdale
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
Palmdale water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Palmdale?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Palmdale, 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; 6 Palmdale ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Palmdale?
The median home in Palmdale was built in 1989. About 8% of its 48,505 homes were built before 1960 and 24% 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 Palmdale?
Restoration companies in our network cover 6 Palmdale 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 Palmdale
93550, 93551, 93552, 93590, 93591, 93599
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Guides for Palmdale homeowners
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