Water damage restoration in Annapolis, MD
Water damage in Annapolis, MD usually starts in one of a few places: a failed supply line or water heater, a roof or window leak, or water that gets into a basement or crawl space. Annapolis has 19,186 homes with a median build year of 1974: 29% predate 1960 and 17% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 7 Annapolis ZIP codes in Anne Arundel County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Annapolis, MD, 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; 7 Annapolis ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Annapolis
Pipes from every era
With a median build year of 1974, Annapolis has everything from galvanized and copper lines to PEX. Older homes see pipe and drain failures; newer ones see more appliance and fitting leaks.
Rowhouse roofs and walls
Flat rowhouse roofs and shared walls let leaks travel between homes.
Basement flooding
Heavy summer storms overwhelm drainage and sump pumps in finished basements.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Maryland page.
Common calls
Most requested in Annapolis
Census data
Annapolis homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 19,186
- Median year built
- 1974
- Built before 1960
- 29%
- Owner-occupied
- 60%
Among the 21 Maryland cities with pages on this site, Annapolis ranks #11 by number of homes and has older housing than 65% of them (median build year 1974). Its share of pre-1960 homes (29%) is well above the 21% 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); 40,689 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Anne Arundel County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Anne Arundel County in 7 major disaster declarations: 3 snowstorms, 2 hurricanes, 1 flood, 1 severe storm. The most recent was Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm in 2016 (DR-4261).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Annapolis water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Annapolis?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Annapolis, MD, 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; 7 Annapolis ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Annapolis?
The median home in Annapolis was built in 1974. About 29% of its 19,186 homes were built before 1960 and 17% 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 Anne Arundel County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Anne Arundel County in 7 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm (2016). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Annapolis?
Restoration companies in our network cover 7 Annapolis 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 Annapolis
21401, 21402, 21403, 21404, 21405, 21409, 21411
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Guides for Annapolis homeowners
Water damage in Annapolis?
Stop the source if you can, then call. We'll connect you with a local restoration company that serves your ZIP.
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