Water damage repair and restoration in Carol Stream, IL
In Carol Stream, IL, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. Carol Stream has 14,786 homes with a median build year of 1984: 6% predate 1960 and 10% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 5 Carol Stream ZIP codes in DuPage County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Carol Stream, IL, 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; 5 Carol Stream ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Census data
Carol Stream homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 14,786
- Median year built
- 1984
- Built before 1960
- 6%
- Owner-occupied
- 68%
Among the 41 Illinois cities with pages on this site, Carol Stream ranks #33 by number of homes and has older housing than 28% of them (median build year 1984). Its share of pre-1960 homes (6%) is below the 27% 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); 39,556 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Carol Stream
Mixed-age plumbing
Carol Stream's housing spans many decades, so leaks come from both ends: corroded original pipes in older homes and failed supply lines and appliances in newer ones.
Combined sewer backups
Heavy rain can overload combined sewers and push water up floor drains.
Frozen pipes
Deep cold freezes pipes in exterior walls and unheated spaces.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Illinois page.
Common calls
Most requested in Carol Stream
Disaster history in DuPage County
Since 2000, FEMA has included DuPage County in 4 major disaster declarations: 2 severe storms, 1 flood, 1 snowstorm. The most recent was Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, and Flooding in 2013 (DR-4116).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Carol Stream water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Carol Stream?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Carol Stream, IL, 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; 5 Carol Stream ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Carol Stream?
The median home in Carol Stream was built in 1984. About 6% of its 14,786 homes were built before 1960 and 10% 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 DuPage County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included DuPage County in 4 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, and Flooding (2013). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Carol Stream?
Restoration companies in our network cover 5 Carol Stream 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 Carol Stream
60116, 60128, 60188, 60197, 60199
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Guides for Carol Stream homeowners
Water damage in Carol Stream?
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