Water damage repair and restoration in Santa Monica, CA
Most water damage calls in Santa Monica, CA come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. 37% of Santa Monica's 52,381 homes were built before 1960, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 11 Santa Monica ZIP codes in Los Angeles County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Santa Monica, 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; 11 Santa Monica ZIP codes are covered. With many older homes here, hidden pipe and drain leaks are common, so ask for a moisture check behind walls.
Census data
Santa Monica homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 52,381
- Median year built
- 1967
- Built before 1960
- 37%
- Owner-occupied
- 29%
Among the 213 California cities with pages on this site, Santa Monica ranks #33 by number of homes and has older housing than 75% of them (median build year 1967). Its share of pre-1960 homes (37%) 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); 90,729 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Santa Monica
Original plumbing in older homes
37% of Santa Monica's housing predates 1960. Pipes that old narrow with rust, joints weaken and drain lines crack, so a small drip behind plaster or under a floor can go unnoticed until stains or soft spots appear.
Leaks between units
About 71% of occupied homes in Santa Monica 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 Monica
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
Santa Monica water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Santa Monica?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Santa Monica, 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; 11 Santa Monica ZIP codes are covered. With many older homes here, hidden pipe and drain leaks are common, so ask for a moisture check behind walls.
How old are homes in Santa Monica?
The median home in Santa Monica was built in 1967. About 37% of its 52,381 homes were built before 1960 and 11% 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 Santa Monica?
Restoration companies in our network cover 11 Santa Monica 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 Monica
90401, 90402, 90403, 90404, 90405, 90406, 90407, 90408, 90409, 90410, 90411
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