Water damage restoration in Boulder, CO
Most water damage calls in Boulder, CO come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. Boulder has 46,765 homes with a median build year of 1978: 18% 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 9 Boulder ZIP codes in Boulder County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Boulder, CO, 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; 9 Boulder ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Boulder
Pipes from every era
With a median build year of 1978, Boulder 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 Boulder 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.
Hail
Front Range hail damages roofs.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Colorado page.
Common calls
Most requested in Boulder
Census data
Boulder homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 46,765
- Median year built
- 1978
- Built before 1960
- 18%
- Owner-occupied
- 48%
Among the 27 Colorado cities with pages on this site, Boulder ranks #9 by number of homes and has older housing than 85% of them (median build year 1978). Its share of pre-1960 homes (18%) is close to the 13% average for those cities.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates (tables B25034, B25035, B25003); 106,803 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Boulder County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Boulder County in 4 major disaster declarations: 2 fires, 2 floods. The most recent was Wildfires and Straight-Line Winds in 2021 (DR-4634).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Boulder water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Boulder?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Boulder, CO, 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; 9 Boulder ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Boulder?
The median home in Boulder was built in 1978. About 18% of its 46,765 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 Boulder County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Boulder County in 4 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Wildfires and Straight-Line Winds (2021). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Boulder?
Restoration companies in our network cover 9 Boulder 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 Boulder
80301, 80302, 80303, 80304, 80305, 80307, 80309, 80310, 80314
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Guides for Boulder homeowners
Water damage in Boulder?
Stop the source if you can, then call. We'll connect you with a local restoration company that serves your ZIP.
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