Water damage repair and restoration in Margate, FL
In Margate, FL, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. Margate has 27,002 homes with a median build year of 1978: 4% predate 1960 and 9% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 1 Margate ZIP code in Broward County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Margate, 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; 1 Margate ZIP code is covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Census data
Margate homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 27,002
- Median year built
- 1978
- Built before 1960
- 4%
- Owner-occupied
- 77%
Among the 107 Florida cities with pages on this site, Margate ranks #55 by number of homes and has older housing than 75% of them (median build year 1978). Its share of pre-1960 homes (4%) is below the 10% 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); 60,650 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Margate
Pipes from every era
With a median build year of 1978, Margate 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.
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 Margate
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
Margate water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Margate?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Margate, 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; 1 Margate ZIP code is covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Margate?
The median home in Margate was built in 1978. About 4% of its 27,002 homes were built before 1960 and 9% 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 Margate?
Restoration companies in our network cover 1 Margate ZIP code. 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 Margate
33093
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