Water damage repair and restoration in Oak Ridge, TN
In Oak Ridge, TN, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. 46% of Oak Ridge's 14,909 homes were built before 1960, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 2 Oak Ridge ZIP codes in Anderson County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Oak Ridge, 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 Oak Ridge 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
Oak Ridge homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 14,909
- Median year built
- 1963
- Built before 1960
- 46%
- Owner-occupied
- 65%
Among the 25 Tennessee cities with pages on this site, Oak Ridge ranks #21 by number of homes and has older housing than 96% of them (median build year 1963). Its share of pre-1960 homes (46%) is well above the 17% 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); 34,039 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Oak Ridge
Older foundations and pipes
In a city where 46% 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.
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 Oak Ridge
Disaster history in Anderson County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Anderson County in 10 major disaster declarations: 7 severe storms, 1 winter storm, 1 flood, 1 ice storm. The most recent was Severe Winter Storm in 2026 (DR-4898).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Oak Ridge water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Oak Ridge?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Oak Ridge, 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 Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge?
The median home in Oak Ridge was built in 1963. About 46% of its 14,909 homes were built before 1960 and 15% 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 Anderson County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Anderson County in 10 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 Oak Ridge?
Restoration companies in our network cover 2 Oak Ridge 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 Oak Ridge
37830, 37831
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Also covered in Anderson County: Clinton · Oliver Springs · Rocky Top · Norris · Andersonville · Briceville
Guides for Oak Ridge homeowners
Water damage in Oak Ridge?
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