Water damage restoration in Wilkes Barre, PA
In Wilkes Barre, PA, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. 65% of Wilkes Barre's 19,993 homes were built before 1960, and 47% before 1940, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 13 Wilkes Barre ZIP codes in Luzerne County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Wilkes Barre, 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; 13 Wilkes Barre ZIP codes are covered. With many older homes here, hidden pipe and drain leaks are common, so ask for a moisture check behind walls.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Wilkes Barre
Older foundations and pipes
In a city where 65% 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.
Apartments and shared walls
Renters occupy about 51% of Wilkes Barre's homes. In multi-unit buildings, water from one unit travels through floors and shared walls, so report leaks to the landlord or association in writing right away.
Rowhome shared walls
Water from a neighbor's roof or plumbing can travel through party walls and shared basements.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Pennsylvania page.
Common calls
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Census data
Wilkes Barre homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 19,993
- Median year built
- 1943
- Built before 1960
- 65%
- Owner-occupied
- 49%
Among the 19 Pennsylvania cities with pages on this site, Wilkes Barre ranks #8 by number of homes and has older housing than 78% of them (median build year 1943). Its share of pre-1960 homes (65%) 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); 44,661 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Luzerne County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Luzerne County in 8 major disaster declarations: 4 severe storms, 3 hurricanes, 1 flood. The most recent was Remnants Of Hurricane Ida in 2021 (DR-4618).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Wilkes Barre water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Wilkes Barre?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Wilkes Barre, 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; 13 Wilkes Barre 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 Wilkes Barre?
The median home in Wilkes Barre was built in 1943. About 65% of its 19,993 homes were built before 1960 and 4% 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 Luzerne County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Luzerne County in 8 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Remnants Of Hurricane Ida (2021). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Wilkes Barre?
Restoration companies in our network cover 13 Wilkes Barre 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 Wilkes Barre
18701, 18702, 18703, 18705, 18706, 18710, 18711, 18762, 18765, 18766, 18767, 18769, 18773
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