Water damage repair and restoration in Burlington, NC
In Burlington, NC, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. Burlington has 27,169 homes with a median build year of 1977: 28% predate 1960 and 25% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 2 Burlington ZIP codes in Alamance County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Burlington, NC, 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 Burlington ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Census data
Burlington homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 27,169
- Median year built
- 1977
- Built before 1960
- 28%
- Owner-occupied
- 55%
Among the 30 North Carolina cities with pages on this site, Burlington ranks #11 by number of homes and has older housing than 93% of them (median build year 1977). Its share of pre-1960 homes (28%) is well above the 16% 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); 61,365 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Burlington
Mixed-age plumbing
Burlington'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.
Crawl space moisture
Clay soil and humidity keep crawl spaces damp; standing water after storms leads to mold and wood rot.
Tropical storm rain
Hurricanes and tropical storms dump heavy rain far inland.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the North Carolina page.
Common calls
Most requested in Burlington
Disaster history in Alamance County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Alamance County in 8 major disaster declarations: 3 hurricanes, 3 ice storms, 2 severe storms. The most recent was Tropical Storm Michael in 2019 (DR-4412).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Burlington water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Burlington?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Burlington, NC, 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 Burlington ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Burlington?
The median home in Burlington was built in 1977. About 28% of its 27,169 homes were built before 1960 and 25% 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 Alamance County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Alamance County in 8 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Tropical Storm Michael (2019). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Burlington?
Restoration companies in our network cover 2 Burlington 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 Burlington
27215, 27217
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Guides for Burlington homeowners
Water damage in Burlington?
Stop the source if you can, then call. We'll connect you with a local restoration company that serves your ZIP.
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