Water damage restoration in Ann Arbor, MI
In Ann Arbor, MI, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. Ann Arbor has 53,715 homes with a median build year of 1971: 30% predate 1960 and 15% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 6 Ann Arbor ZIP codes in Washtenaw County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Ann Arbor, MI, 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; 6 Ann Arbor ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Ann Arbor
Mixed-age plumbing
Ann Arbor'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.
Apartments and shared walls
Renters occupy about 54% of Ann Arbor's homes. In multi-unit buildings, water from one unit travels through floors and shared walls, so report leaks to the landlord or association in writing right away.
Sewer and basement flooding
Heavy rain overwhelms sewers, sending water up basement floor drains.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Michigan page.
Common calls
Most requested in Ann Arbor
Census data
Ann Arbor homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 53,715
- Median year built
- 1971
- Built before 1960
- 30%
- Owner-occupied
- 46%
Among the 32 Michigan cities with pages on this site, Ann Arbor ranks #4 by number of homes and has older housing than 19% of them (median build year 1971). Its share of pre-1960 homes (30%) is below the 45% 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); 122,925 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Washtenaw County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Washtenaw County in 3 major disaster declarations: 2 severe storms, 1 flood. The most recent was Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding in 2026 (DR-4925).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Ann Arbor water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Ann Arbor?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Ann Arbor, MI, 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; 6 Ann Arbor ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Ann Arbor?
The median home in Ann Arbor was built in 1971. About 30% of its 53,715 homes were built before 1960 and 15% 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 Washtenaw County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Washtenaw County in 3 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms, 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 Ann Arbor?
Restoration companies in our network cover 6 Ann Arbor 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 Ann Arbor
48103, 48104, 48105, 48108, 48109, 48113
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Guides for Ann Arbor homeowners
Water damage in Ann Arbor?
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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