Cass County
West Fargo, ND water damage cleanup and restoration
Water damage in West Fargo, ND 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. 59% of West Fargo's 16,227 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 1 West Fargo ZIP code in Cass County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in West Fargo, ND, 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; 1 West Fargo ZIP code is covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
Local risks
What causes water damage in West Fargo
Hidden leaks in newer construction
Newer West Fargo houses often hide water heaters, air handlers and laundry on upper floors or in attics, so a failed fitting or condensate line can soak ceilings and walls below before anyone notices.
Red River flooding
Spring melt raises the Red River.
Extreme cold
Frozen pipes are common in deep cold.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the North Dakota page.
Census data
West Fargo homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 16,227
- Median year built
- 2003
- Built before 1960
- 5%
- Owner-occupied
- 64%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates (tables B25034, B25035, B25003); 41,027 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Cass County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Cass County in 14 major disaster declarations: 7 severe storms, 6 floods, 1 winter storm. The most recent was Severe Storm, Tornadoes, and Straight-Line Winds in 2025 (DR-4888).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
West Fargo water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in West Fargo?
For water, fire or smoke damage in West Fargo, ND, 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; 1 West Fargo ZIP code is covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
How old are homes in West Fargo?
The median home in West Fargo was built in 2003. About 5% of its 16,227 homes were built before 1960 and 59% 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 Cass County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Cass County in 14 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storm, Tornadoes, and Straight-Line Winds (2025). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of West Fargo?
Restoration companies in our network cover 1 West Fargo ZIP code. 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 West Fargo
ZIP codes covered in West Fargo
58078
Water damage help near West Fargo
Also covered in Cass County: Fargo · Horace · Casselton · Mapleton · Kindred · Harwood · Argusville · Arthur · Tower City · Hunter · Leonard · Davenport · Buffalo · Page · Amenia · Gardner · Grandin · Wheatland
Guides for West Fargo homeowners
Water damage in West Fargo?
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