Water damage repair and restoration in Flint, MI
In Flint, MI, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. 68% of Flint's 42,543 homes were built before 1960, and 26% before 1940, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 13 Flint ZIP codes in Genesee County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Flint, 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; 13 Flint ZIP codes are covered. With many older homes here, hidden pipe and drain leaks are common, so ask for a moisture check behind walls.
Census data
Flint homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 42,543
- Median year built
- 1954
- Built before 1960
- 68%
- Owner-occupied
- 55%
Among the 32 Michigan cities with pages on this site, Flint ranks #6 by number of homes and has older housing than 81% of them (median build year 1954). Its share of pre-1960 homes (68%) 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); 79,735 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Flint
Original plumbing in older homes
68% of Flint'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.
Many neighborhoods, many causes
Flint spans 13 ZIP codes, so the causes vary by neighborhood: older streets see more pipe and drain failures, newer subdivisions more appliance and supply-line leaks, and low-lying areas more storm water.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Michigan page.
Common calls
Most requested in Flint
Disaster history in Genesee County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Genesee County in 1 major disaster declaration: 1 severe storm. The most recent was Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding in 2004 (DR-1527).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Flint water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Flint?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Flint, 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; 13 Flint 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 Flint?
The median home in Flint was built in 1954. About 68% of its 42,543 homes were built before 1960 and 2% 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 Genesee County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Genesee County in 1 major disaster declaration for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (2004). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Flint?
Restoration companies in our network cover 13 Flint 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 Flint
48502, 48503, 48504, 48505, 48506, 48507, 48532, 48550, 48551, 48552, 48553, 48556, 48557
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Also covered in Genesee County: Burton · Fenton · Flushing · Grand Blanc · Swartz Creek · Davison · Linden · Mount Morris · Clio · Montrose · Goodrich · Otisville · Gaines
Guides for Flint homeowners
Water damage in Flint?
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