San Diego County
San Diego, CA water damage cleanup and restoration
In San Diego, CA, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. San Diego has 559,653 homes with a median build year of 1978: 21% predate 1960 and 18% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 79 San Diego ZIP codes in San Diego County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in San Diego, 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; 79 San Diego ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in San Diego
Pipes from every era
With a median build year of 1978, San Diego 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 52% of occupied homes in San Diego 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.
Census data
San Diego homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 559,653
- Median year built
- 1978
- Built before 1960
- 21%
- Owner-occupied
- 48%
Among the 213 California cities with pages on this site, San Diego ranks #1 by number of homes and has older housing than 42% of them (median build year 1978). 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); 1,404,452 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in San Diego County
Since 2000, FEMA has included San Diego County in 10 major disaster declarations: 4 floods, 4 fires, 2 severe storms. The most recent was Severe Storm and Flooding in 2024 (DR-4758).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
San Diego water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in San Diego?
For water, fire or smoke damage in San Diego, 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; 79 San Diego ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in San Diego?
The median home in San Diego was built in 1978. About 21% of its 559,653 homes were built before 1960 and 18% 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 San Diego County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included San Diego County in 10 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storm and Flooding (2024). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of San Diego?
Restoration companies in our network cover 79 San Diego 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
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ZIP codes covered in San Diego
92038, 92039, 92072, 92101, 92102, 92103, 92104, 92105, 92106, 92107, 92108, 92109, 92110, 92111, 92112, 92113, 92114, 92115, 92116, 92117, 92119, 92120, 92121, 92122, 92123, 92124, 92126, 92127, 92128, 92129, 92130, 92131, 92132, 92134, 92135, 92136, 92137, 92138, 92139, 92140, 92142, 92143, 92145, 92147, 92149, 92150, 92152, 92153, 92154, 92155, 92158, 92159, 92160, 92161, 92163, 92165, 92166, 92167, 92168, 92169, 92170, 92171, 92172, 92174, 92175, 92176, 92177, 92179, 92182, 92186, 92187, 92191, 92192, 92193, 92195, 92196, 92197, 92198, 92199
Local services in San Diego
Water damage help near San Diego
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Also covered in San Diego County: La Jolla · San Ysidro · Chula Vista · Oceanside · Escondido · Carlsbad · El Cajon · Vista · San Marcos · Cardiff By The Sea · Encinitas · La Mesa · Santee · National City · Poway · Fallbrook · Spring Valley · Lemon Grove
Guides for San Diego homeowners
Water damage in San Diego?
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