Rutherford County
La Vergne, TN water damage cleanup and restoration
Most water damage calls in La Vergne, TN come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. 51% of La Vergne's 13,611 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 2 La Vergne ZIP codes in Rutherford County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in La Vergne, TN, 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; 2 La Vergne ZIP codes are covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
Local risks
What causes water damage in La Vergne
Hidden leaks in newer construction
Newer La Vergne houses often hide water heaters, air handlers and laundry on upper floors or in attics, so a failed fitting or condensate line can soak ceilings and walls below before anyone notices.
Flash flooding
Intense rain floods creeks and low-lying neighborhoods quickly.
Crawl space water
Poor drainage and humidity keep crawl spaces damp.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Tennessee page.
Census data
La Vergne homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 13,611
- Median year built
- 2000
- Built before 1960
- 3%
- Owner-occupied
- 71%
Among the 25 Tennessee cities with pages on this site, La Vergne ranks #23 by number of homes and has older housing than 25% of them (median build year 2000). Its share of pre-1960 homes (3%) is below the 17% average for those cities, so appliance and supply-line leaks are a bigger share of calls.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates (tables B25034, B25035, B25003); 41,430 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Rutherford County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Rutherford County in 6 major disaster declarations: 5 severe storms, 1 winter storm. The most recent was Severe Winter Storm in 2026 (DR-4898).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
La Vergne water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in La Vergne?
For water, fire or smoke damage in La Vergne, TN, 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; 2 La Vergne ZIP codes are covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
How old are homes in La Vergne?
The median home in La Vergne was built in 2000. About 3% of its 13,611 homes were built before 1960 and 51% 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 Rutherford County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Rutherford County in 6 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 La Vergne?
Restoration companies in our network cover 2 La Vergne ZIP codes. Coverage is set ZIP by ZIP, so enter yours in the ZIP checker or call to confirm a company serves your address.
Common calls
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ZIP codes covered in La Vergne
37086, 37089
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