Marion County
Salem, OR water damage cleanup and restoration
Most water damage calls in Salem, OR come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. Salem has 69,993 homes with a median build year of 1980: 22% predate 1960 and 24% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 12 Salem ZIP codes in Marion County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Salem, 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; 12 Salem ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Salem
Mixed-age plumbing
Salem'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.
Many neighborhoods, many causes
Salem spans 12 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 Oregon page.
Census data
Salem homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 69,993
- Median year built
- 1980
- Built before 1960
- 22%
- Owner-occupied
- 56%
Among the 16 Oregon cities with pages on this site, Salem ranks #2 by number of homes and has older housing than 73% of them (median build year 1980). Its share of pre-1960 homes (22%) is well above the 15% 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); 180,406 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Marion County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Marion County in 5 major disaster declarations: 3 severe storms, 1 fire, 1 flood. The most recent was Severe Winter Storm in 2021 (DR-4599).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Salem water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Salem?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Salem, 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; 12 Salem ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Salem?
The median home in Salem was built in 1980. About 22% of its 69,993 homes were built before 1960 and 24% 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 Marion County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Marion County in 5 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Winter Storm (2021). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Salem?
Restoration companies in our network cover 12 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.
Common calls
Most requested in Salem
ZIP codes covered in Salem
97301, 97302, 97303, 97304, 97305, 97306, 97309, 97310, 97311, 97312, 97314, 97317
Local services in Salem
Water damage help near Salem
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Also covered in Marion County: Keizer · Woodburn · Silverton · Stayton · Aumsville · Hubbard · Mount Angel · Jefferson · Sublimity · Turner · Gervais · Donald · Aurora · Saint Paul · Gates · Mehama · Scotts Mills · Idanha
Guides for Salem homeowners
Water damage in Salem?
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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