Bergen County
Hackensack, NJ water damage cleanup and restoration
Most water damage calls in Hackensack, NJ come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. 36% of Hackensack's 21,405 homes were built before 1960, and 17% before 1940, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 2 Hackensack ZIP codes in Bergen County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Hackensack, NJ, 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 Hackensack 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 Hackensack
Original plumbing in older homes
36% of Hackensack'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.
Apartments and shared walls
Renters occupy about 62% of Hackensack's homes. In multi-unit buildings, water from one unit travels through floors and shared walls, so report leaks to the landlord or association in writing right away.
Inland flash flooding
Heavy tropical rain has flooded basements and ground floors far from the coast, especially near rivers and streams.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the New Jersey page.
Census data
Hackensack homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 21,405
- Median year built
- 1967
- Built before 1960
- 36%
- Owner-occupied
- 38%
Among the 18 New Jersey cities with pages on this site, Hackensack ranks #10 by number of homes and has older housing than 24% of them (median build year 1967). Its share of pre-1960 homes (36%) is below the 50% 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); 46,630 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Bergen County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Bergen County in 11 major disaster declarations: 6 severe storms, 4 hurricanes, 1 snowstorm. The most recent was Remnants Of Hurricane Ida in 2021 (DR-4614).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Hackensack water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Hackensack?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Hackensack, NJ, 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 Hackensack 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 Hackensack?
The median home in Hackensack was built in 1967. About 36% of its 21,405 homes were built before 1960 and 10% 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 Bergen County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Bergen County in 11 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Remnants Of Hurricane Ida (2021). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Hackensack?
Restoration companies in our network cover 2 Hackensack ZIP codes. Coverage is set ZIP by ZIP, so enter yours in the ZIP checker or call to confirm a company serves your address.
Common calls
Most requested in Hackensack
ZIP codes covered in Hackensack
07601, 07602
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Guides for Hackensack homeowners
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