Lake County
Waukegan, IL water damage cleanup and restoration
In Waukegan, IL, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. 41% of Waukegan's 32,842 homes were built before 1960, and 19% before 1940, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 3 Waukegan ZIP codes in Lake County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Waukegan, 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; 3 Waukegan ZIP codes are covered. With many older homes here, hidden pipe and drain leaks are common, so ask for a moisture check behind walls.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Waukegan
Older foundations and pipes
In a city where 41% of homes were built before 1960, the usual suspects are corroded supply lines, cracked cast-iron drains and foundations that let water in after heavy rain.
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.
Census data
Waukegan homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 32,842
- Median year built
- 1967
- Built before 1960
- 41%
- Owner-occupied
- 51%
Among the 41 Illinois cities with pages on this site, Waukegan ranks #9 by number of homes and has older housing than 73% of them (median build year 1967). Its share of pre-1960 homes (41%) is well above the 27% 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); 88,570 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Lake County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Lake 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
Waukegan water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Waukegan?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Waukegan, 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; 3 Waukegan ZIP codes are covered. With many older homes here, hidden pipe and drain leaks are common, so ask for a moisture check behind walls.
How old are homes in Waukegan?
The median home in Waukegan was built in 1967. About 41% of its 32,842 homes were built before 1960 and 7% 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 Lake County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Lake 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 Waukegan?
Restoration companies in our network cover 3 Waukegan ZIP codes. Coverage is set ZIP by ZIP, so enter yours in the ZIP checker or call to confirm a company serves your address.
Common calls
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ZIP codes covered in Waukegan
60079, 60085, 60087
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Guides for Waukegan homeowners
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