Water damage repair and restoration in Greenville, SC
In Greenville, SC, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. 37% of Greenville's 38,545 homes were built in 2000 or later, so most water damage starts with supply lines, water heaters, appliances and roof or window leaks rather than old pipes. Restoration companies in our network serve 14 Greenville ZIP codes in Greenville County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Greenville, SC, 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; 14 Greenville ZIP codes are covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
Census data
Greenville homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 38,545
- Median year built
- 1987
- Built before 1960
- 23%
- Owner-occupied
- 41%
Among the 15 South Carolina cities with pages on this site, Greenville ranks #4 by number of homes and has older housing than 57% of them (median build year 1987). Its share of pre-1960 homes (23%) is well above the 16% 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); 74,371 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Greenville
Supply lines and appliances
Newer Greenville homes rarely have old-pipe problems. Their most common leaks are braided supply lines, water heaters, washing machine hoses, dishwashers, refrigerator lines and AC condensate lines.
Leaks between units
About 59% of occupied homes in Greenville 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.
Tidal and storm flooding
Charleston sees frequent high-tide flooding and hurricane surge.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the South Carolina page.
Common calls
Most requested in Greenville
Disaster history in Greenville County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Greenville County in 9 major disaster declarations: 4 hurricanes, 2 ice storms, 1 winter storm, 1 severe storm, 1 flood. The most recent was Severe Winter Storm in 2026 (DR-4908).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Greenville water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Greenville?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Greenville, SC, 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; 14 Greenville ZIP codes are covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
How old are homes in Greenville?
The median home in Greenville was built in 1987. About 23% of its 38,545 homes were built before 1960 and 37% 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 Greenville County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Greenville County in 9 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Winter Storm (2026). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Greenville?
Restoration companies in our network cover 14 Greenville 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 Greenville
29601, 29602, 29603, 29604, 29605, 29607, 29609, 29611, 29612, 29613, 29614, 29615, 29616, 29617
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Also covered in Greenville County: Mauldin · Greer · Simpsonville · Taylors · Wade Hampton · Fountain Inn · Travelers Rest · Marietta · Slater · Conestee · Cleveland
Guides for Greenville homeowners
Water damage in Greenville?
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