Water damage repair and restoration in Erie, PA
Most water damage calls in Erie, PA come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. 67% of Erie's 43,377 homes were built before 1960, and 39% before 1940, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 23 Erie ZIP codes in Erie County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Erie, 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; 23 Erie ZIP codes are covered. With many older homes here, hidden pipe and drain leaks are common, so ask for a moisture check behind walls.
Census data
Erie homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 43,377
- Median year built
- 1950
- Built before 1960
- 67%
- Owner-occupied
- 53%
Among the 19 Pennsylvania cities with pages on this site, Erie ranks #2 by number of homes and has older housing than 56% of them (median build year 1950). Its share of pre-1960 homes (67%) 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); 92,940 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Erie
Older foundations and pipes
In a city where 67% of homes were built before 1960, the usual suspects are corroded supply lines, cracked cast-iron drains and foundations that let water in after heavy rain.
Rowhome shared walls
Water from a neighbor's roof or plumbing can travel through party walls and shared basements.
Many neighborhoods, many causes
Erie spans 23 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 Pennsylvania page.
Common calls
Most requested in Erie
Disaster history in Erie County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Erie County in 2 major disaster declarations: 1 hurricane, 1 severe storm. The most recent was Severe Storms and Flooding Associated With Tropical Depression Frances in 2004 (DR-1555).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Erie water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Erie?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Erie, 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; 23 Erie ZIP codes are 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 Erie?
The median home in Erie was built in 1950. About 67% of its 43,377 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 Erie County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Erie County in 2 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms and Flooding Associated With Tropical Depression Frances (2004). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Erie?
Restoration companies in our network cover 23 Erie 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 Erie
16501, 16502, 16503, 16504, 16505, 16506, 16507, 16508, 16509, 16510, 16511, 16512, 16514, 16522, 16530, 16534, 16538, 16541, 16544, 16546, 16550, 16553, 16563
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Also covered in Erie County: Corry · Edinboro · Girard · Lake City · Union City · Albion · Cranesville · Wattsburg · Mill Village · Waterford · Elgin
Guides for Erie homeowners
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