Water damage restoration in Santa Clara, CA
Most water damage calls in Santa Clara, CA come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. Santa Clara has 51,886 homes with a median build year of 1973: 28% predate 1960 and 25% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 7 Santa Clara ZIP codes in Santa Clara County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Santa Clara, 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; 7 Santa Clara ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Santa Clara
Pipes from every era
With a median build year of 1973, Santa Clara 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 59% of occupied homes in Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara
Census data
Santa Clara homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 51,886
- Median year built
- 1973
- Built before 1960
- 28%
- Owner-occupied
- 41%
Among the 213 California cities with pages on this site, Santa Clara ranks #36 by number of homes and has older housing than 60% of them (median build year 1973). Its share of pre-1960 homes (28%) 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); 133,132 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Santa Clara County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Santa Clara 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
Santa Clara water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Santa Clara?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Santa Clara, 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; 7 Santa Clara ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Santa Clara?
The median home in Santa Clara was built in 1973. About 28% of its 51,886 homes were built before 1960 and 25% 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 Santa Clara County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara?
Restoration companies in our network cover 7 Santa Clara 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 Santa Clara
95050, 95051, 95052, 95053, 95054, 95055, 95056
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Guides for Santa Clara homeowners
Water damage in Santa Clara?
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