Water damage repair and restoration in Lawrence, KS
Most water damage calls in Lawrence, KS come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. Lawrence has 44,034 homes with a median build year of 1988: 17% predate 1960 and 30% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 5 Lawrence ZIP codes in Douglas County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Lawrence, KS, 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 Lawrence ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Census data
Lawrence homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 44,034
- Median year built
- 1988
- Built before 1960
- 17%
- Owner-occupied
- 43%
Among the 10 Kansas cities with pages on this site, Lawrence ranks #5 by number of homes and has older housing than 44% of them (median build year 1988). Its share of pre-1960 homes (17%) is below the 23% 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); 97,271 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Lawrence
Pipes from every era
With a median build year of 1988, 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.
Leaks between units
About 57% of occupied homes in Lawrence 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.
Severe storms
Hail and wind damage roofs.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Kansas page.
Common calls
Most requested in Lawrence
Disaster history in Douglas County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Douglas County in 8 major disaster declarations: 7 severe storms, 1 ice storm. The most recent was Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, Flooding,Landslides,and Mudslides in 2019 (DR-4449).
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, KS, 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 Lawrence ZIP codes are 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 1988. About 17% of its 44,034 homes were built before 1960 and 30% 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 Douglas County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Douglas County in 8 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, Flooding,Landslides,and Mudslides (2019). 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 5 Lawrence 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 Lawrence
66044, 66045, 66046, 66047, 66049
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Guides for Lawrence homeowners
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