Water damage repair and restoration in Joplin, MO
In Joplin, MO, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. Joplin has 24,966 homes with a median build year of 1984: 29% predate 1960 and 30% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 2 Joplin ZIP codes in Jasper County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Joplin, MO, 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; 2 Joplin ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Census data
Joplin homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 24,966
- Median year built
- 1984
- Built before 1960
- 29%
- Owner-occupied
- 56%
Among the 17 Missouri cities with pages on this site, Joplin ranks #8 by number of homes and has older housing than 56% of them (median build year 1984). Its share of pre-1960 homes (29%) is well above the 17% 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); 53,605 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Joplin
Mixed-age plumbing
Joplin'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.
Basement flooding
Heavy rain overwhelms sewers and drainage.
Flash flooding
Creeks rise quickly during intense storms.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Missouri page.
Common calls
Most requested in Joplin
Disaster history in Jasper County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Jasper County in 12 major disaster declarations: 8 severe storms, 2 floods, 2 ice storms. The most recent was Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding in 2026 (DR-4929).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Joplin water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Joplin?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Joplin, MO, 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; 2 Joplin ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Joplin?
The median home in Joplin was built in 1984. About 29% of its 24,966 homes were built before 1960 and 30% 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 Jasper County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Jasper County in 12 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, 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 Joplin?
Restoration companies in our network cover 2 Joplin 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 Joplin
64801, 64804
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Also covered in Jasper County: Carthage · Webb City · Carl Junction · Carterville · Duenweg · Sarcoxie · Alba · Purcell · Reeds
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