Durham County
Durham, NC water damage cleanup and restoration
Most water damage calls in Durham, NC come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. 41% of Durham's 132,864 homes were built in 2000 or later, so most water damage starts with supply lines, water heaters, appliances and roof or window leaks rather than old pipes. Restoration companies in our network serve 14 Durham ZIP codes in Durham County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Durham, 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; 14 Durham ZIP codes are covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Durham
Appliance and fixture leaks
With 41% of homes built since 2000, Durham's water damage usually comes from what's connected to the plumbing: water heaters reaching the end of their life, washer hoses, toilet fill valves and fridge lines.
Crawl space moisture
Clay soil and humidity keep crawl spaces damp; standing water after storms leads to mold and wood rot.
Many neighborhoods, many causes
Durham spans 14 ZIP codes, so the causes vary by neighborhood: older streets see more pipe and drain failures, newer subdivisions more appliance and supply-line leaks, and low-lying areas more storm water.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the North Carolina page.
Census data
Durham homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 132,864
- Median year built
- 1994
- Built before 1960
- 14%
- Owner-occupied
- 52%
Among the 30 North Carolina cities with pages on this site, Durham ranks #2 by number of homes and has older housing than 45% of them (median build year 1994). Its share of pre-1960 homes (14%) is close to the 16% average for those cities.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates (tables B25034, B25035, B25003); 301,870 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Durham County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Durham County in 4 major disaster declarations: 2 hurricanes, 1 ice storm, 1 severe storm. The most recent was Hurricane Florence in 2018 (DR-4393).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Durham water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Durham?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Durham, 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; 14 Durham ZIP codes are covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
How old are homes in Durham?
The median home in Durham was built in 1994. About 14% of its 132,864 homes were built before 1960 and 41% 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 Durham County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Durham County in 4 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Hurricane Florence (2018). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Durham?
Restoration companies in our network cover 14 Durham 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 Durham
ZIP codes covered in Durham
27701, 27703, 27704, 27705, 27706, 27707, 27708, 27709, 27710, 27712, 27713, 27715, 27717, 27722
Local services in Durham
Water damage help near Durham
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Also covered in Durham County: Rougemont
Guides for Durham homeowners
Water damage in Durham?
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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