Water damage repair and restoration in Temple, TX
Most water damage calls in Temple, TX come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. 39% of Temple's 35,228 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 5 Temple ZIP codes in Bell County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Temple, 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; 5 Temple ZIP codes are covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
Census data
Temple homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 35,228
- Median year built
- 1990
- Built before 1960
- 15%
- Owner-occupied
- 53%
Among the 69 Texas cities with pages on this site, Temple ranks #29 by number of homes and has older housing than 62% of them (median build year 1990). Its share of pre-1960 homes (15%) 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); 96,267 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Temple
Appliance and fixture leaks
With 39% of homes built since 2000, Temple's water damage usually comes from what's connected to the plumbing: water heaters reaching the end of their life, washer hoses, toilet fill valves and fridge lines.
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.
Common calls
Most requested in Temple
Disaster history in Bell County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Bell County in 5 major disaster declarations: 1 flood, 1 ice storm, 1 severe storm, 1 fire, 1 hurricane. 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
Temple water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Temple?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Temple, 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; 5 Temple ZIP codes are covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
How old are homes in Temple?
The median home in Temple was built in 1990. About 15% of its 35,228 homes were built before 1960 and 39% 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 Bell County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Bell County in 5 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 Temple?
Restoration companies in our network cover 5 Temple 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 Temple
76501, 76502, 76504, 76508, 76533
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Also covered in Bell County: Killeen · Harker Heights · Belton · Nolanville · Morgan's Point Resort · Troy · Little River Academy · Salado · Rogers · Holland
Guides for Temple homeowners
Water damage in Temple?
Stop the source if you can, then call. We'll connect you with a local restoration company that serves your ZIP.
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