Water damage repair and restoration in Waxahachie, TX
In Waxahachie, TX, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. 51% of Waxahachie's 16,095 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 2 Waxahachie ZIP codes in Ellis County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Waxahachie, 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; 2 Waxahachie ZIP codes are covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
Census data
Waxahachie homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 16,095
- Median year built
- 2000
- Built before 1960
- 17%
- Owner-occupied
- 62%
Among the 69 Texas cities with pages on this site, Waxahachie ranks #59 by number of homes and has older housing than 26% of them (median build year 2000). Its share of pre-1960 homes (17%) 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); 48,617 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Waxahachie
Supply lines and appliances
Newer Waxahachie 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
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 Waxahachie
Disaster history in Ellis County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Ellis County in 7 major disaster declarations: 3 severe storms, 1 flood, 1 ice 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
Waxahachie water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Waxahachie?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Waxahachie, 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; 2 Waxahachie ZIP codes are covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
How old are homes in Waxahachie?
The median home in Waxahachie was built in 2000. About 17% of its 16,095 homes were built before 1960 and 51% 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 Ellis County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Ellis 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 Waxahachie?
Restoration companies in our network cover 2 Waxahachie 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 Waxahachie
75165, 75167
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Guides for Waxahachie homeowners
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