Water damage repair and restoration in Florence, KY
Most water damage calls in Florence, KY come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. Florence has 14,637 homes with a median build year of 1985: 12% 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 2 Florence ZIP codes in Boone County.

Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Florence, KY, 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; 2 Florence ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Census data
Florence homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 14,637
- Median year built
- 1985
- Built before 1960
- 12%
- Owner-occupied
- 59%
Among the 9 Kentucky cities with pages on this site, Florence ranks #6 by number of homes and has older housing than 50% of them (median build year 1985). Its share of pre-1960 homes (12%) is below the 24% 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); 33,763 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Florence
Mixed-age plumbing
Florence'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.
Sewer backups
Heavy rain can overload older sewers and send water up floor drains.
River flooding
Ohio River and tributary flooding affects low-lying areas.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Kentucky page.
Common calls
Most requested in Florence
Disaster history in Boone County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Boone County in 3 major disaster declarations: 2 severe storms, 1 ice storm. The most recent was Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding in 2011 (DR-1976).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Florence water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Florence?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Florence, KY, 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; 2 Florence ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Florence?
The median home in Florence was built in 1985. About 12% of its 14,637 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 Boone County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Boone County in 3 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (2011). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Florence?
Restoration companies in our network cover 2 Florence 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 Florence
41022, 41042
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Also covered in Boone County: Burlington · Union · Hebron · Walton · Verona · Petersburg
Guides for Florence homeowners
Water damage in Florence?
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