Water damage repair and restoration in Lawrence, IN
Most water damage calls in Lawrence, IN come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. Lawrence has 20,612 homes with a median build year of 1993: 17% predate 1960 and 29% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 1 Lawrence ZIP code in Marion County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Lawrence, IN, 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 Lawrence ZIP code is covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Census data
Lawrence homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 20,612
- Median year built
- 1993
- Built before 1960
- 17%
- Owner-occupied
- 66%
Among the 15 Indiana cities with pages on this site, Lawrence ranks #11 by number of homes and has older housing than 36% of them (median build year 1993). Its share of pre-1960 homes (17%) is below the 25% 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); 49,817 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Lawrence
Pipes from every era
With a median build year of 1993, Lawrence has everything from galvanized and copper lines to PEX. Older homes see pipe and drain failures; newer ones see more appliance and fitting leaks.
Sump pump failure
Storm power outages stop sump pumps in basements.
River flooding
White River and other waterways flood low-lying areas.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Indiana page.
Common calls
Most requested in Lawrence
Disaster history in Marion County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Marion County in 9 major disaster declarations: 8 severe storms, 1 flood. The most recent was Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding in 2026 (DR-4933).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Lawrence water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Lawrence?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Lawrence, IN, 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 Lawrence ZIP code is covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Lawrence?
The median home in Lawrence was built in 1993. About 17% of its 20,612 homes were built before 1960 and 29% 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 Marion County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Marion County in 9 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding (2026). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Lawrence?
Restoration companies in our network cover 1 Lawrence 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 Lawrence
46249
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