Water damage restoration in Dearborn, MI
Water damage in Dearborn, MI 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. 71% of Dearborn's 39,205 homes were built before 1960, and 24% before 1940, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 6 Dearborn ZIP codes in Wayne County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Dearborn, 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 Dearborn 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 Dearborn
Original plumbing in older homes
71% of Dearborn's housing predates 1960. Pipes that old narrow with rust, joints weaken and drain lines crack, so a small drip behind plaster or under a floor can go unnoticed until stains or soft spots appear.
Sewer and basement flooding
Heavy rain overwhelms sewers, sending water up basement floor drains.
Ice dams
Snow and cold create ice dams that push water into ceilings.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Michigan page.
Common calls
Most requested in Dearborn
Census data
Dearborn homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 39,205
- Median year built
- 1952
- Built before 1960
- 71%
- Owner-occupied
- 68%
Among the 32 Michigan cities with pages on this site, Dearborn ranks #7 by number of homes and has older housing than 94% of them (median build year 1952). Its share of pre-1960 homes (71%) is well above the 45% 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); 106,377 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Wayne County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Wayne County in 5 major disaster declarations: 3 severe storms, 2 floods. The most recent was Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding in 2024 (DR-4757).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Dearborn water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Dearborn?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Dearborn, 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 Dearborn 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 Dearborn?
The median home in Dearborn was built in 1952. About 71% of its 39,205 homes were built before 1960 and 7% 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 Wayne County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Wayne County in 5 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (2024). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Dearborn?
Restoration companies in our network cover 6 Dearborn 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 Dearborn
48120, 48121, 48123, 48124, 48126, 48128
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Guides for Dearborn homeowners
Water damage in Dearborn?
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