Water damage repair and restoration in Lakewood, CO
Water damage in Lakewood, CO usually starts in one of a few places: a failed supply line or water heater, a roof or window leak, or water that gets into a basement or crawl space. Lakewood has 73,000 homes with a median build year of 1977: 17% predate 1960 and 17% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 2 Lakewood ZIP codes in Jefferson County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Lakewood, 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; 2 Lakewood ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Census data
Lakewood homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 73,000
- Median year built
- 1977
- Built before 1960
- 17%
- Owner-occupied
- 58%
Among the 27 Colorado cities with pages on this site, Lakewood ranks #4 by number of homes and has older housing than 88% of them (median build year 1977). Its share of pre-1960 homes (17%) 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); 156,868 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Lakewood
Mixed-age plumbing
Lakewood's housing spans many decades, so leaks come from both ends: corroded original pipes in older homes and failed supply lines and appliances in newer ones.
Hail
Front Range hail damages roofs.
Frozen pipes
Cold snaps freeze pipes in exterior walls.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Colorado page.
Common calls
Most requested in Lakewood
Disaster history in Jefferson County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Jefferson County in 3 major disaster declarations: 2 floods, 1 fire. The most recent was Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes in 2023 (DR-4731).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Lakewood water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Lakewood?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Lakewood, 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; 2 Lakewood ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Lakewood?
The median home in Lakewood was built in 1977. About 17% of its 73,000 homes were built before 1960 and 17% 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 Jefferson County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Jefferson County in 3 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms, Flooding, and Tornadoes (2023). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Lakewood?
Restoration companies in our network cover 2 Lakewood 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 Lakewood
80201, 80225
Local services in Lakewood
Water damage help near Lakewood
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Also covered in Jefferson County: Arvada · Ken Caryl · Wheat Ridge · Golden · Evergreen · Coal Creek · Indian Hills · Kittredge · Conifer · Morrison · Idledale
Guides for Lakewood homeowners
Water damage in Lakewood?
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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