Water damage restoration in Lakeville, MN
In Lakeville, MN, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. 45% of Lakeville's 25,576 homes were built in 2000 or later, so most water damage starts with supply lines, water heaters, appliances and roof or window leaks rather than old pipes. Restoration companies in our network serve 1 Lakeville ZIP code in Dakota County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Lakeville, 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; 1 Lakeville ZIP code is covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Lakeville
Hidden leaks in newer construction
Newer Lakeville houses often hide water heaters, air handlers and laundry on upper floors or in attics, so a failed fitting or condensate line can soak ceilings and walls below before anyone notices.
Ice dams
Heavy snow and cold create ice dams nearly every winter.
Frozen pipes
Deep cold freezes pipes in exterior walls and garages.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Minnesota page.
Common calls
Most requested in Lakeville
Census data
Lakeville homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 25,576
- Median year built
- 1998
- Built before 1960
- 5%
- Owner-occupied
- 88%
Among the 15 Minnesota cities with pages on this site, Lakeville ranks #8 by number of homes and has older housing than 0% of them (median build year 1998). Its share of pre-1960 homes (5%) is below the 20% 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); 77,971 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Dakota County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Dakota County in 3 major disaster declarations: 2 severe storms, 1 flood. The most recent was Severe Storms and Flooding in 2012 (DR-4069).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Lakeville water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Lakeville?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Lakeville, 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; 1 Lakeville ZIP code is covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
How old are homes in Lakeville?
The median home in Lakeville was built in 1998. About 5% of its 25,576 homes were built before 1960 and 45% 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 Dakota County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Dakota County in 3 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms and Flooding (2012). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Lakeville?
Restoration companies in our network cover 1 Lakeville ZIP code. 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 Lakeville
55044
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Guides for Lakeville homeowners
Water damage in Lakeville?
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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