Water damage restoration in Greensboro, NC
In Greensboro, NC, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. Greensboro has 133,565 homes with a median build year of 1983: 20% 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 24 Greensboro ZIP codes in Guilford County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Greensboro, 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; 24 Greensboro ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Greensboro
Mixed-age plumbing
Greensboro'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.
Apartments and shared walls
Renters occupy about 50% of Greensboro's homes. In multi-unit buildings, water from one unit travels through floors and shared walls, so report leaks to the landlord or association in writing right away.
Crawl space moisture
Clay soil and humidity keep crawl spaces damp; standing water after storms leads to mold and wood rot.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the North Carolina page.
Common calls
Most requested in Greensboro
Census data
Greensboro homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 133,565
- Median year built
- 1983
- Built before 1960
- 20%
- Owner-occupied
- 50%
Among the 30 North Carolina cities with pages on this site, Greensboro ranks #1 by number of homes and has older housing than 69% of them (median build year 1983). Its share of pre-1960 homes (20%) 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); 307,381 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Guilford County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Guilford County in 7 major disaster declarations: 3 ice storms, 2 hurricanes, 2 severe storms. The most recent was Hurricane Florence in 2018 (DR-4393).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Greensboro water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Greensboro?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Greensboro, 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; 24 Greensboro ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Greensboro?
The median home in Greensboro was built in 1983. About 20% of its 133,565 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 Guilford County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Guilford County in 7 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 Greensboro?
Restoration companies in our network cover 24 Greensboro 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 Greensboro
27401, 27402, 27403, 27404, 27405, 27406, 27407, 27408, 27409, 27410, 27411, 27412, 27413, 27417, 27420, 27427, 27429, 27435, 27438, 27455, 27495, 27497, 27498, 27499
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Also covered in Guilford County: Browns Summit · Colfax · High Point · Summerfield · Gibsonville · Oak Ridge · Stokesdale · Pleasant Garden · Forest Oaks · Jamestown · Sedalia · McLeansville · Whitsett
Guides for Greensboro homeowners
Water damage in Greensboro?
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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