Water damage repair and restoration in Clearfield, PA
In Clearfield, PA, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. 69% of Clearfield's 3,097 homes were built before 1960, and 38% before 1940, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 1 Clearfield ZIP code in Clearfield County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Clearfield, PA, 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 Clearfield ZIP code is covered. With many older homes here, hidden pipe and drain leaks are common, so ask for a moisture check behind walls.
Census data
Clearfield homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 3,097
- Median year built
- 1949
- Built before 1960
- 69%
- Owner-occupied
- 53%
Among the 19 Pennsylvania cities with pages on this site, Clearfield ranks #15 by number of homes and has older housing than 61% of them (median build year 1949). Its share of pre-1960 homes (69%) is well above the 59% 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); 5,794 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Clearfield
Aging pipes and drains
With 69% of homes built before 1960, many Clearfield houses still have galvanized supply lines that corrode from the inside and cast-iron or clay drains that crack. Leaks often start slowly inside walls or under floors.
Rowhome shared walls
Water from a neighbor's roof or plumbing can travel through party walls and shared basements.
River and creek flooding
Communities along the Susquehanna, Delaware, Schuylkill and western rivers flood after heavy rain and snowmelt.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Pennsylvania page.
Common calls
Most requested in Clearfield
Disaster history in Clearfield County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Clearfield County in 4 major disaster declarations: 2 severe storms, 1 tropical storm, 1 hurricane. The most recent was Tropical Storm Debby in 2024 (DR-4815).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Clearfield water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Clearfield?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Clearfield, PA, 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 Clearfield ZIP code is covered. With many older homes here, hidden pipe and drain leaks are common, so ask for a moisture check behind walls.
How old are homes in Clearfield?
The median home in Clearfield was built in 1949. About 69% of its 3,097 homes were built before 1960 and 3% 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 Clearfield County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Clearfield County in 4 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Tropical Storm Debby (2024). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Clearfield?
Restoration companies in our network cover 1 Clearfield ZIP code. 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 Clearfield
16830
Water damage help near Clearfield
- Water damage restoration in Monroeville, PA81 mi
- Water damage restoration in Pittsburgh, PA90 mi
- Water damage restoration in Harrisburg, PA96 mi
- Water damage restoration in Bethel Park, PA97 mi
- Water damage restoration in Lewisberry, PA103 mi
- Water damage restoration in Erie, PA113 mi
- Water damage restoration in Youngstown, OH115 mi
- Water damage restoration in York, PA116 mi
Also covered in Clearfield County: Du Bois · Curwensville · Osceola Mills · Hyde · Houtzdale · Morrisdale · Hawk Run · West Decatur · Winburne · Madera · Grassflat · Woodland · Irvona · Grampian · Ramey · Penfield · Coalport · Luthersburg
Guides for Clearfield homeowners
Water damage in Clearfield?
Stop the source if you can, then call. We'll connect you with a local restoration company that serves your ZIP.
Fast callback on emergency requests