Water damage restoration in Winston Salem, NC
Water damage in Winston Salem, NC usually starts in one of a few places: a failed supply line or water heater, a roof or window leak, or water that gets into a basement or crawl space. Winston Salem has 113,441 homes with a median build year of 1980: 24% predate 1960 and 23% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 25 Winston Salem ZIP codes in Forsyth County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Winston Salem, 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; 25 Winston Salem ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Winston Salem
Pipes from every era
With a median build year of 1980, Winston Salem has everything from galvanized and copper lines to PEX. Older homes see pipe and drain failures; newer ones see more appliance and fitting leaks.
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
Winston Salem spans 25 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.
Common calls
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Census data
Winston Salem homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 113,441
- Median year built
- 1980
- Built before 1960
- 24%
- Owner-occupied
- 55%
Among the 30 North Carolina cities with pages on this site, Winston Salem ranks #3 by number of homes and has older housing than 79% of them (median build year 1980). Its share of pre-1960 homes (24%) 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); 255,769 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Forsyth County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Forsyth County in 5 major disaster declarations: 2 hurricanes, 2 ice storms, 1 tropical storm. The most recent was Tropical Storm Helene in 2024 (DR-4827).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Winston Salem water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Winston Salem?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Winston Salem, 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; 25 Winston Salem ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Winston Salem?
The median home in Winston Salem was built in 1980. About 24% of its 113,441 homes were built before 1960 and 23% 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 Forsyth County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Forsyth County in 5 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 Winston Salem?
Restoration companies in our network cover 25 Winston Salem 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 Winston Salem
27101, 27102, 27103, 27104, 27105, 27106, 27107, 27108, 27109, 27110, 27111, 27113, 27114, 27115, 27116, 27117, 27120, 27127, 27130, 27150, 27152, 27155, 27157, 27198, 27199
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Also covered in Forsyth County: Pfafftown · Kernersville · Clemmons · Lewisville · Walkertown · Rural Hall · Tobaccoville
Guides for Winston Salem homeowners
Water damage in Winston Salem?
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