Water damage repair and restoration in Duluth, MN
In Duluth, MN, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. 61% of Duluth's 39,805 homes were built before 1960, and 43% before 1940, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 13 Duluth ZIP codes in St. Louis County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Duluth, MN, 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 Duluth 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
Duluth homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 39,805
- Median year built
- 1951
- Built before 1960
- 61%
- Owner-occupied
- 60%
Among the 15 Minnesota cities with pages on this site, Duluth ranks #3 by number of homes and has older housing than 100% of them (median build year 1951). Its share of pre-1960 homes (61%) is well above the 20% 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); 87,986 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Duluth
Original plumbing in older homes
61% of Duluth'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.
Ice dams
Heavy snow and cold create ice dams nearly every winter.
Many neighborhoods, many causes
Duluth 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 Minnesota page.
Common calls
Most requested in Duluth
Disaster history in St. Louis County
Since 2000, FEMA has included St. Louis County in 7 major disaster declarations: 6 floods, 1 severe storm. The most recent was Severe Storms and Flooding in 2024 (DR-4797).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Duluth water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Duluth?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Duluth, MN, 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 Duluth 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 Duluth?
The median home in Duluth was built in 1951. About 61% of its 39,805 homes were built before 1960 and 12% 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 St. Louis County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included St. Louis County in 7 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms 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 Duluth?
Restoration companies in our network cover 13 Duluth 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 Duluth
55802, 55803, 55804, 55805, 55806, 55807, 55808, 55810, 55811, 55812, 55814, 55815, 55816
Water damage help near Duluth
Also covered in St. Louis County: Hibbing · Virginia · Chisholm · Eveleth · Ely · Britt · Mountain Iron · Hoyt Lakes · Aurora · Gilbert · Babbitt · Buhl · Biwabik · Floodwood · Cook · Soudan · Orr · Tower
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