Water damage repair and restoration in Galveston, TX
In Galveston, TX, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. Galveston has 34,921 homes with a median build year of 1973: 32% predate 1960 and 18% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 6 Galveston ZIP codes in Galveston County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Galveston, TX, 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; 6 Galveston ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Census data
Galveston homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 34,921
- Median year built
- 1973
- Built before 1960
- 32%
- Owner-occupied
- 47%
Among the 69 Texas cities with pages on this site, Galveston ranks #30 by number of homes and has older housing than 100% of them (median build year 1973). Its share of pre-1960 homes (32%) is well above the 8% 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); 53,538 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Galveston
Pipes from every era
With a median build year of 1973, Galveston has everything from galvanized and copper lines to PEX. Older homes see pipe and drain failures; newer ones see more appliance and fitting leaks.
Leaks between units
About 53% of occupied homes in Galveston 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.
Flash flooding
Houston's flat terrain and heavy rain flood streets and homes, as in Harvey (2017).
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Texas page.
Common calls
Most requested in Galveston
Disaster history in Galveston County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Galveston County in 11 major disaster declarations: 6 hurricanes, 2 coastal storms, 1 ice storm, 1 severe storm, 1 fire. The most recent was Hurricane Beryl in 2024 (DR-4798).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Galveston water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Galveston?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Galveston, TX, 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; 6 Galveston ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Galveston?
The median home in Galveston was built in 1973. About 32% of its 34,921 homes were built before 1960 and 18% 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 Galveston County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Galveston County in 11 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Hurricane Beryl (2024). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Galveston?
Restoration companies in our network cover 6 Galveston 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 Galveston
77550, 77551, 77552, 77553, 77554, 77555
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Guides for Galveston homeowners
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