Water damage restoration in Fort Lauderdale, FL
In Fort Lauderdale, FL, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. Fort Lauderdale has 101,234 homes with a median build year of 1972: 24% predate 1960 and 23% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 34 Fort Lauderdale ZIP codes in Broward County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Fort Lauderdale, 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; 34 Fort Lauderdale ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Fort Lauderdale
Pipes from every era
With a median build year of 1972, Fort Lauderdale has everything from galvanized and copper lines to PEX. Older homes see pipe and drain failures; newer ones see more appliance and fitting leaks.
Hurricanes
Wind-driven rain, roof damage and storm surge cause widespread water losses.
Many neighborhoods, many causes
Fort Lauderdale spans 34 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.
Common calls
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Census data
Fort Lauderdale homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 101,234
- Median year built
- 1972
- Built before 1960
- 24%
- Owner-occupied
- 54%
Among the 107 Florida cities with pages on this site, Fort Lauderdale ranks #3 by number of homes and has older housing than 89% of them (median build year 1972). Its share of pre-1960 homes (24%) 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); 190,641 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Broward County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Broward County in 13 major disaster declarations: 11 hurricanes, 1 flood, 1 severe storm. The most recent was Hurricane Milton in 2024 (DR-4834).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Fort Lauderdale water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Fort Lauderdale?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Fort Lauderdale, 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; 34 Fort Lauderdale ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Fort Lauderdale?
The median home in Fort Lauderdale was built in 1972. About 24% of its 101,234 homes were built before 1960 and 23% 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 Broward County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Broward County in 13 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 Fort Lauderdale?
Restoration companies in our network cover 34 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale
33301, 33304, 33305, 33306, 33308, 33309, 33311, 33312, 33313, 33314, 33315, 33316, 33317, 33319, 33320, 33321, 33322, 33323, 33324, 33325, 33326, 33327, 33328, 33330, 33331, 33332, 33334, 33338, 33339, 33340, 33346, 33348, 33351, 33394
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Water damage in Fort Lauderdale?
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