Water damage restoration in Lake Oswego, OR
Water damage in Lake Oswego, OR 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. Lake Oswego has 17,838 homes with a median build year of 1982: 13% predate 1960 and 19% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 3 Lake Oswego ZIP codes in Clackamas County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Lake Oswego, OR, 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 Lake Oswego ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Lake Oswego
Mixed-age plumbing
Lake Oswego'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.
Wet winters
Months of rain lead to roof leaks and crawl space water.
Crawl space moisture
Damp crawl spaces lead to mold and rot.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Oregon page.
Common calls
Most requested in Lake Oswego
Census data
Lake Oswego homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 17,838
- Median year built
- 1982
- Built before 1960
- 13%
- Owner-occupied
- 71%
Among the 16 Oregon cities with pages on this site, Lake Oswego ranks #12 by number of homes and has older housing than 47% of them (median build year 1982). Its share of pre-1960 homes (13%) is close to the 15% average for those cities.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates (tables B25034, B25035, B25003); 40,029 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Clackamas County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Clackamas County in 9 major disaster declarations: 8 severe storms, 1 fire. The most recent was Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides in 2026 (DR-4907).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Lake Oswego water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Lake Oswego?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Lake Oswego, OR, 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 Lake Oswego ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Lake Oswego?
The median home in Lake Oswego was built in 1982. About 13% of its 17,838 homes were built before 1960 and 19% 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 Clackamas County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Clackamas County in 9 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides (2026). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Lake Oswego?
Restoration companies in our network cover 3 Lake Oswego 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 Lake Oswego
97034, 97035, 97036
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Also covered in Clackamas County: Oregon City · Wilsonville · West Linn · Clackamas · Happy Valley · Milwaukie · Canby · Oak Grove · Sandy · Gladstone · Damascus · Molalla · Estacada · Beavercreek · Mulino · Boring · Rhododendron · Government Camp
Guides for Lake Oswego homeowners
Water damage in Lake Oswego?
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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