Water damage restoration in Jacksonville, FL
Most water damage calls in Jacksonville, FL come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. Jacksonville has 422,355 homes with a median build year of 1986: 19% 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 27 Jacksonville ZIP codes in Duval County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Jacksonville, 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; 27 Jacksonville ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Jacksonville
Pipes from every era
With a median build year of 1986, Jacksonville 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
Jacksonville spans 27 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
Most requested in Jacksonville
Census data
Jacksonville homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 422,355
- Median year built
- 1986
- Built before 1960
- 19%
- Owner-occupied
- 57%
Among the 107 Florida cities with pages on this site, Jacksonville ranks #1 by number of homes and has older housing than 47% of them (median build year 1986). Its share of pre-1960 homes (19%) 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); 1,009,833 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Duval County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Duval County in 15 major disaster declarations: 12 hurricanes, 2 severe storms, 1 tropical storm. The most recent was Hurricane Milton in 2024 (DR-4834).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Jacksonville water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Jacksonville?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Jacksonville, 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; 27 Jacksonville ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Jacksonville?
The median home in Jacksonville was built in 1986. About 19% of its 422,355 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 Duval County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Duval County in 15 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 Jacksonville?
Restoration companies in our network cover 27 Jacksonville 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 Jacksonville
32202, 32204, 32205, 32207, 32210, 32211, 32212, 32216, 32217, 32218, 32219, 32220, 32221, 32222, 32223, 32224, 32225, 32226, 32227, 32234, 32244, 32246, 32254, 32256, 32257, 32258, 32277
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Guides for Jacksonville homeowners
Water damage in Jacksonville?
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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