Water damage repair and restoration in Rome, GA
In Rome, GA, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. Rome has 16,371 homes with a median build year of 1975: 30% predate 1960 and 20% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 4 Rome ZIP codes in Floyd County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Rome, GA, 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; 4 Rome ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Census data
Rome homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 16,371
- Median year built
- 1975
- Built before 1960
- 30%
- Owner-occupied
- 48%
Among the 22 Georgia cities with pages on this site, Rome ranks #15 by number of homes and has older housing than 95% of them (median build year 1975). Its share of pre-1960 homes (30%) 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); 38,747 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Rome
Pipes from every era
With a median build year of 1975, Rome has everything from galvanized and copper lines to PEX. Older homes see pipe and drain failures; newer ones see more appliance and fitting leaks.
Leaks between units
About 52% of occupied homes in Rome are rented, and many are apartments or condos. A leak in one unit often reaches the units below, so landlords, associations and each tenant's insurer are involved.
Clay soil drainage
Red clay sheds water toward foundations, flooding basements and crawl spaces.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Georgia page.
Common calls
Most requested in Rome
Disaster history in Floyd County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Floyd County in 4 major disaster declarations: 3 severe storms, 1 hurricane. The most recent was Hurricane Irma in 2017 (DR-4338).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Rome water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Rome?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Rome, GA, 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; 4 Rome ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Rome?
The median home in Rome was built in 1975. About 30% of its 16,371 homes were built before 1960 and 20% 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 Floyd County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Floyd County in 4 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Hurricane Irma (2017). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Rome?
Restoration companies in our network cover 4 Rome 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 Rome
30161, 30162, 30164, 30165
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Also covered in Floyd County: Lindale · Silver Creek · Shannon · Mount Berry · Cave Spring
Guides for Rome homeowners
Water damage in Rome?
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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