Water damage restoration in West Palm Beach, FL
Most water damage calls in West Palm Beach, FL come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. 35% of West Palm Beach's 60,786 homes were built in 2000 or later, so most water damage starts with supply lines, water heaters, appliances and roof or window leaks rather than old pipes. Restoration companies in our network serve 14 West Palm Beach ZIP codes in Palm Beach County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in West Palm Beach, 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; 14 West Palm Beach ZIP codes are covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
Local risks
What causes water damage in West Palm Beach
Supply lines and appliances
Newer West Palm Beach homes rarely have old-pipe problems. Their most common leaks are braided supply lines, water heaters, washing machine hoses, dishwashers, refrigerator lines and AC condensate lines.
Apartments and shared walls
Renters occupy about 50% of West Palm Beach's homes. In multi-unit buildings, water from one unit travels through floors and shared walls, so report leaks to the landlord or association in writing right away.
Hurricanes
Wind-driven rain, roof damage and storm surge cause widespread water losses.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Florida page.
Common calls
Most requested in West Palm Beach
Census data
West Palm Beach homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 60,786
- Median year built
- 1987
- Built before 1960
- 21%
- Owner-occupied
- 50%
Among the 107 Florida cities with pages on this site, West Palm Beach ranks #11 by number of homes and has older housing than 44% of them (median build year 1987). Its share of pre-1960 homes (21%) 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); 127,744 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Palm Beach County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Palm Beach County in 13 major disaster declarations: 12 hurricanes, 1 severe storm. The most recent was Hurricane Milton in 2024 (DR-4834).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
West Palm Beach water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in West Palm Beach?
For water, fire or smoke damage in West Palm Beach, 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; 14 West Palm Beach ZIP codes are covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
How old are homes in West Palm Beach?
The median home in West Palm Beach was built in 1987. About 21% of its 60,786 homes were built before 1960 and 35% 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 Palm Beach County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Palm Beach 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 West Palm Beach?
Restoration companies in our network cover 14 West Palm Beach 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 West Palm Beach
33401, 33402, 33403, 33404, 33405, 33406, 33407, 33409, 33411, 33412, 33413, 33415, 33417, 33422
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Guides for West Palm Beach homeowners
Water damage in West Palm Beach?
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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