Water damage restoration in Hicksville, NY
In Hicksville, NY, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. 81% of Hicksville's 13,637 homes were built before 1960, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 3 Hicksville ZIP codes in Nassau County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Hicksville, NY, 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; 3 Hicksville 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 Hicksville
Original plumbing in older homes
81% of Hicksville'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.
Flash flooding
Intense rain has overwhelmed storm drains in recent years, sending water into basement apartments and finished lower levels.
Coastal flooding on Long Island
South Shore communities are exposed to storm surge, as Superstorm Sandy showed in 2012.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the New York page.
Common calls
Most requested in Hicksville
Census data
Hicksville homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 13,637
- Median year built
- 1955
- Built before 1960
- 81%
- Owner-occupied
- 88%
Among the 13 New York cities with pages on this site, Hicksville ranks #12 by number of homes and has older housing than 58% of them (median build year 1955). Its share of pre-1960 homes (81%) is well above the 55% 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).
Disaster history in Nassau County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Nassau County in 10 major disaster declarations: 4 hurricanes, 4 severe storms, 1 flood, 1 fire. The most recent was Severe Storm and Flooding in 2024 (DR-4755).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Hicksville water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Hicksville?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Hicksville, NY, 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; 3 Hicksville 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 Hicksville?
The median home in Hicksville was built in 1955. About 81% of its 13,637 homes were built before 1960 and 4% 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 Nassau County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Nassau County in 10 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storm 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 Hicksville?
Restoration companies in our network cover 3 Hicksville 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 Hicksville
11801, 11802, 11815
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Guides for Hicksville homeowners
Water damage in Hicksville?
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