Water damage repair and restoration in Murfreesboro, TN
Most water damage calls in Murfreesboro, TN come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. 52% of Murfreesboro's 64,497 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 7 Murfreesboro ZIP codes in Rutherford County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Murfreesboro, 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; 7 Murfreesboro ZIP codes are covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
Census data
Murfreesboro homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 64,497
- Median year built
- 2001
- Built before 1960
- 7%
- Owner-occupied
- 53%
Among the 25 Tennessee cities with pages on this site, Murfreesboro ranks #5 by number of homes and has older housing than 13% of them (median build year 2001). Its share of pre-1960 homes (7%) 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); 168,387 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Murfreesboro
Supply lines and appliances
Newer Murfreesboro 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.
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.
Common calls
Most requested in Murfreesboro
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
Murfreesboro water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Murfreesboro?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Murfreesboro, 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; 7 Murfreesboro ZIP codes are covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
How old are homes in Murfreesboro?
The median home in Murfreesboro was built in 2001. About 7% of its 64,497 homes were built before 1960 and 52% 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 Murfreesboro?
Restoration companies in our network cover 7 Murfreesboro 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 Murfreesboro
37127, 37128, 37129, 37130, 37131, 37132, 37133
Local services in Murfreesboro
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Guides for Murfreesboro homeowners
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