Pinellas County
Clearwater, FL water damage cleanup and restoration
In Clearwater, FL, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. Clearwater has 61,091 homes with a median build year of 1978: 17% predate 1960 and 15% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 13 Clearwater ZIP codes in Pinellas County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Clearwater, FL, 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; 13 Clearwater ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Clearwater
Mixed-age plumbing
Clearwater'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.
Hurricanes
Wind-driven rain, roof damage and storm surge cause widespread water losses.
Many neighborhoods, many causes
Clearwater spans 13 ZIP codes, so the causes vary by neighborhood: older streets see more pipe and drain failures, newer subdivisions more appliance and supply-line leaks, and low-lying areas more storm water.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Florida page.
Census data
Clearwater homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 61,091
- Median year built
- 1978
- Built before 1960
- 17%
- Owner-occupied
- 59%
Among the 107 Florida cities with pages on this site, Clearwater ranks #10 by number of homes and has older housing than 75% of them (median build year 1978). Its share of pre-1960 homes (17%) is well above the 10% 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); 116,811 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Pinellas County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Pinellas County in 12 major disaster declarations: 10 hurricanes, 1 tropical storm, 1 severe storm. The most recent was Hurricane Milton in 2024 (DR-4834).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Clearwater water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Clearwater?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Clearwater, FL, 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; 13 Clearwater ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Clearwater?
The median home in Clearwater was built in 1978. About 17% of its 61,091 homes were built before 1960 and 15% 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 Pinellas County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Pinellas County in 12 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Hurricane Milton (2024). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Clearwater?
Restoration companies in our network cover 13 Clearwater ZIP codes. Coverage is set ZIP by ZIP, so enter yours in the ZIP checker or call to confirm a company serves your address.
Common calls
Most requested in Clearwater
ZIP codes covered in Clearwater
33755, 33756, 33757, 33758, 33759, 33760, 33761, 33762, 33763, 33764, 33765, 33766, 33769
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Guides for Clearwater homeowners
Water damage in Clearwater?
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