Middlesex County
Medford, MA water damage cleanup and restoration
In Medford, MA, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. 63% of Medford's 25,879 homes were built before 1960, and 48% before 1940, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 3 Medford ZIP codes in Middlesex County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Medford, MA, 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 Medford 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 Medford
Aging pipes and drains
With 63% of homes built before 1960, many Medford houses still have galvanized supply lines that corrode from the inside and cast-iron or clay drains that crack. Leaks often start slowly inside walls or under floors.
Multi-unit leaks
In triple-deckers and condos, one unit's leak often reaches the units below. Owners, associations and insurers each have a piece of the claim.
Plaster and lath
Plaster holds water differently from drywall and needs careful drying and, sometimes, specialized repair to match.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Massachusetts page.
Census data
Medford homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 25,879
- Median year built
- 1944
- Built before 1960
- 63%
- Owner-occupied
- 53%
Among the 36 Massachusetts cities with pages on this site, Medford ranks #18 by number of homes and has older housing than 71% of them (median build year 1944). Its share of pre-1960 homes (63%) is well above the 55% 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); 59,898 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
FAQ
Medford water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Medford?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Medford, MA, 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 Medford 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 Medford?
The median home in Medford was built in 1944. About 63% of its 25,879 homes were built before 1960 and 13% 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.
Do you cover all of Medford?
Restoration companies in our network cover 3 Medford 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
Most requested in Medford
ZIP codes covered in Medford
02153, 02155, 02156
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