Westchester County
White Plains, NY water damage cleanup and restoration
In White Plains, NY, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. 50% of White Plains's 26,357 homes were built before 1960, and 30% before 1940, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 6 White Plains ZIP codes in Westchester County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in White Plains, 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; 6 White Plains 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 White Plains
Older foundations and pipes
In a city where 50% of homes were built before 1960, the usual suspects are corroded supply lines, cracked cast-iron drains and foundations that let water in after heavy rain.
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.
Census data
White Plains homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 26,357
- Median year built
- 1960
- Built before 1960
- 50%
- Owner-occupied
- 52%
Among the 13 New York cities with pages on this site, White Plains ranks #5 by number of homes and has older housing than 25% of them (median build year 1960). Its share of pre-1960 homes (50%) is close to the 55% average for those cities.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates (tables B25034, B25035, B25003); 62,561 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Westchester County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Westchester County in 11 major disaster declarations: 5 severe storms, 4 hurricanes, 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
White Plains water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in White Plains?
For water, fire or smoke damage in White Plains, 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; 6 White Plains 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 White Plains?
The median home in White Plains was built in 1960. About 50% of its 26,357 homes were built before 1960 and 15% 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 Westchester County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Westchester County in 11 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 White Plains?
Restoration companies in our network cover 6 White Plains 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 White Plains
ZIP codes covered in White Plains
10601, 10602, 10603, 10605, 10606, 10607
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Also covered in Westchester County: Yonkers · New Rochelle · Mount Vernon · West Harrison · Port Chester · Harrison · Purchase · Rye · Peekskill · Scarsdale · Jefferson Valley · Tarrytown · Dobbs Ferry · Mount Kisco · Hastings On Hudson · Croton On Hudson · Briarcliff Manor · Pleasantville
Guides for White Plains homeowners
Water damage in White Plains?
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