Water damage repair and restoration in Newark, NJ
Most water damage calls in Newark, NJ come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. 43% of Newark's 121,604 homes were built before 1960, and 24% before 1940, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 18 Newark ZIP codes in Essex County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Newark, 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; 18 Newark 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
Newark homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 121,604
- Median year built
- 1966
- Built before 1960
- 43%
- Owner-occupied
- 24%
Among the 18 New Jersey cities with pages on this site, Newark ranks #1 by number of homes and has older housing than 35% of them (median build year 1966). Its share of pre-1960 homes (43%) 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); 317,303 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Newark
Original plumbing in older homes
43% of Newark'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 76% of Newark'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.
Common calls
Most requested in Newark
Disaster history in Essex County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Essex 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
Newark water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Newark?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Newark, 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; 18 Newark 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 Newark?
The median home in Newark was built in 1966. About 43% of its 121,604 homes were built before 1960 and 18% 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 Essex County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Essex 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 Newark?
Restoration companies in our network cover 18 Newark 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 Newark
07101, 07102, 07103, 07104, 07105, 07106, 07107, 07108, 07112, 07114, 07175, 07188, 07191, 07192, 07193, 07195, 07198, 07199
Local services in Newark
Water damage help near Newark
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Also covered in Essex County: East Orange · Short Hills · Montclair · Bloomfield · Caldwell · Glen Ridge · Roseland · Belleville · Essex Fells · West Orange
Guides for Newark homeowners
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