Dallas County
Richardson, TX water damage cleanup and restoration
In Richardson, TX, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. Richardson has 47,827 homes with a median build year of 1985: 7% predate 1960 and 30% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 6 Richardson ZIP codes in Dallas County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Richardson, 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 Richardson ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Richardson
Pipes from every era
With a median build year of 1985, Richardson has everything from galvanized and copper lines to PEX. Older homes see pipe and drain failures; newer ones see more appliance and fitting leaks.
Flash flooding
Houston's flat terrain and heavy rain flood streets and homes, as in Harvey (2017).
Slab leaks
Shifting clay soil can crack pipes under the slab.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Texas page.
Census data
Richardson homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 47,827
- Median year built
- 1985
- Built before 1960
- 7%
- Owner-occupied
- 51%
Among the 69 Texas cities with pages on this site, Richardson ranks #21 by number of homes and has older housing than 76% of them (median build year 1985). Its share of pre-1960 homes (7%) is close to the 8% average for those cities.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates (tables B25034, B25035, B25003); 118,221 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Dallas County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Dallas County in 7 major disaster declarations: 2 hurricanes, 2 severe storms, 1 flood, 1 ice storm, 1 fire. The most recent was Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding in 2024 (DR-4781).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Richardson water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Richardson?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Richardson, 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 Richardson ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Richardson?
The median home in Richardson was built in 1985. About 7% of its 47,827 homes were built before 1960 and 30% 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 Dallas County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Dallas County in 7 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding (2024). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Richardson?
Restoration companies in our network cover 6 Richardson 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
Most requested in Richardson
ZIP codes covered in Richardson
75045, 75080, 75081, 75082, 75083, 75085
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Guides for Richardson homeowners
Water damage in Richardson?
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