Water damage restoration in Gastonia, NC
Most water damage calls in Gastonia, NC come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. Gastonia has 34,721 homes with a median build year of 1979: 26% 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 3 Gastonia ZIP codes in Gaston County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Gastonia, 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; 3 Gastonia ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Gastonia
Mixed-age plumbing
Gastonia'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 Gastonia
Census data
Gastonia homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 34,721
- Median year built
- 1979
- Built before 1960
- 26%
- Owner-occupied
- 54%
Among the 30 North Carolina cities with pages on this site, Gastonia ranks #10 by number of homes and has older housing than 86% of them (median build year 1979). Its share of pre-1960 homes (26%) 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); 85,535 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Gaston County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Gaston County in 4 major disaster declarations: 1 tropical storm, 1 severe storm, 1 hurricane, 1 ice storm. The most recent was Tropical Storm Helene in 2024 (DR-4827).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Gastonia water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Gastonia?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Gastonia, 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; 3 Gastonia ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Gastonia?
The median home in Gastonia was built in 1979. About 26% of its 34,721 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 Gaston County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Gaston County in 4 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Tropical Storm Helene (2024). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Gastonia?
Restoration companies in our network cover 3 Gastonia 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 Gastonia
28052, 28054, 28056
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Guides for Gastonia homeowners
Water damage in Gastonia?
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