Water damage repair and restoration in York, PA
Water damage in York, PA 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. 72% of York's 19,307 homes were built before 1960, and 49% before 1940, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 8 York ZIP codes in York County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in York, 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; 8 York 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
York homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 19,307
- Median year built
- 1941
- Built before 1960
- 72%
- Owner-occupied
- 44%
Among the 19 Pennsylvania cities with pages on this site, York ranks #9 by number of homes and has older housing than 83% of them (median build year 1941). Its share of pre-1960 homes (72%) 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); 45,241 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in York
Aging pipes and drains
With 72% of homes built before 1960, many York 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.
Leaks between units
About 56% of occupied homes in York are rented, and many are apartments or condos. A leak in one unit often reaches the units below, so landlords, associations and each tenant's insurer are involved.
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
Most requested in York
Disaster history in York County
Since 2000, FEMA has included York County in 6 major disaster declarations: 2 hurricanes, 2 snowstorms, 1 flood, 1 severe storm. The most recent was Remnants Of Hurricane Ida in 2021 (DR-4618).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
York water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in York?
For water, fire or smoke damage in York, 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; 8 York 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 York?
The median home in York was built in 1941. About 72% of its 19,307 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 York County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included York County in 6 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 York?
Restoration companies in our network cover 8 York 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 York
17401, 17402, 17403, 17404, 17405, 17406, 17407, 17408
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Also covered in York County: Hanover · Dover · Red Lion · New Freedom · Emigsville · Dallastown · Shrewsbury · Etters · Valley View · Manchester · Dillsburg · Spring Grove · Airville · Glen Rock · Wrightsville · Stewartstown · Loganville · Windsor
Guides for York homeowners
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