Water damage restoration in Dover, DE
In Dover, DE, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. Dover has 16,659 homes with a median build year of 1985: 16% predate 1960 and 30% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 4 Dover ZIP codes in Kent County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Dover, DE, 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; 4 Dover ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Dover
Mixed-age plumbing
Dover'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.
Apartments and shared walls
Renters occupy about 53% of Dover's homes. In multi-unit buildings, water from one unit travels through floors and shared walls, so report leaks to the landlord or association in writing right away.
Tropical and coastal storms
Remnants of Atlantic storms bring heavy rain and flooding, especially near the Christina and Brandywine.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Delaware page.
Common calls
Most requested in Dover
Census data
Dover homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 16,659
- Median year built
- 1985
- Built before 1960
- 16%
- Owner-occupied
- 47%
Among the 3 Delaware cities with pages on this site, Dover ranks #2 by number of homes and has older housing than 0% of them (median build year 1985). Its share of pre-1960 homes (16%) is below the 37% average for those cities, so appliance and supply-line leaks are a bigger share of calls.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates (tables B25034, B25035, B25003); 40,191 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Kent County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Kent County in 6 major disaster declarations: 4 hurricanes, 1 winter storm, 1 snowstorm. The most recent was Severe Winter Storm in 2026 (DR-4916).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Dover water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Dover?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Dover, DE, 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; 4 Dover ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Dover?
The median home in Dover was built in 1985. About 16% of its 16,659 homes were built before 1960 and 30% 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 Kent County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Kent County in 6 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Winter Storm (2026). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Dover?
Restoration companies in our network cover 4 Dover 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 Dover
19901, 19904, 19905, 19906
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Guides for Dover homeowners
Water damage in Dover?
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