Water damage repair and restoration in Paramount, CA
In Paramount, CA, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. Paramount has 14,585 homes with a median build year of 1970: 33% predate 1960 and 9% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 1 Paramount ZIP code in Los Angeles County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Paramount, 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 Paramount ZIP code is covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Census data
Paramount homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 14,585
- Median year built
- 1970
- Built before 1960
- 33%
- Owner-occupied
- 43%
Among the 213 California cities with pages on this site, Paramount ranks #198 by number of homes and has older housing than 67% of them (median build year 1970). Its share of pre-1960 homes (33%) 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); 51,169 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Paramount
Pipes from every era
With a median build year of 1970, Paramount has everything from galvanized and copper lines to PEX. Older homes see pipe and drain failures; newer ones see more appliance and fitting leaks.
Leaks between units
About 57% of occupied homes in Paramount are rented, and many are apartments or condos. A leak in one unit often reaches the units below, so landlords, associations and each tenant's insurer are involved.
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.
Common calls
Most requested in Paramount
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
Paramount water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Paramount?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Paramount, 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 Paramount ZIP code is covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Paramount?
The median home in Paramount was built in 1970. About 33% of its 14,585 homes were built before 1960 and 9% 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 Paramount?
Restoration companies in our network cover 1 Paramount 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 Paramount
90723
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