Water damage repair and restoration in Coral Gables, FL
Water damage in Coral Gables, FL 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. 38% of Coral Gables's 21,906 homes were built before 1960, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 3 Coral Gables ZIP codes in Miami-Dade County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Coral Gables, 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; 3 Coral Gables 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
Coral Gables homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 21,906
- Median year built
- 1968
- Built before 1960
- 38%
- Owner-occupied
- 64%
Among the 107 Florida cities with pages on this site, Coral Gables ranks #67 by number of homes and has older housing than 96% of them (median build year 1968). Its share of pre-1960 homes (38%) 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); 50,379 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Coral Gables
Older foundations and pipes
In a city where 38% of homes were built before 1960, the usual suspects are corroded supply lines, cracked cast-iron drains and foundations that let water in after heavy rain.
Hurricanes
Wind-driven rain, roof damage and storm surge cause widespread water losses.
Humidity
Mold can begin within a day or two in Florida's climate if wet materials aren't dried.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Florida page.
Common calls
Most requested in Coral Gables
Disaster history in Miami-Dade County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Miami-Dade County in 10 major disaster declarations: 9 hurricanes, 1 severe storm. The most recent was Hurricane Milton in 2024 (DR-4834).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Coral Gables water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Coral Gables?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Coral Gables, 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; 3 Coral Gables 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 Coral Gables?
The median home in Coral Gables was built in 1968. About 38% of its 21,906 homes were built before 1960 and 24% 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 Miami-Dade County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Miami-Dade County in 10 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 Coral Gables?
Restoration companies in our network cover 3 Coral Gables 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 Coral Gables
33114, 33206, 33234
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