Water damage repair and restoration in Burke, VA

Most water damage calls in Burke, VA come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. Burke has 13,873 homes with a median build year of 1979: 3% predate 1960 and 3% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 2 Burke ZIP codes in Fairfax County.

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House surrounded by flood water after heavy rain

Quick answer

For water, fire or smoke damage in Burke, VA, 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 Burke ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.

Census data

Burke homes by the numbers

Homes: 13,873
Median year built: 1979
Built before 1960: 3%
Owner-occupied: 90%

Among the 15 Virginia cities with pages on this site, Burke ranks #15 by number of homes and has older housing than 57% of them (median build year 1979). Its share of pre-1960 homes (3%) is below the 16% average for those cities, so appliance and supply-line leaks are a bigger share of calls.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2019–2023 5-year estimates (tables B25034, B25035, B25003).

Local risks

What causes water damage in Burke

Pipes from every era

With a median build year of 1979, Burke has everything from galvanized and copper lines to PEX. Older homes see pipe and drain failures; newer ones see more appliance and fitting leaks.

Tidal and hurricane flooding

Norfolk, Virginia Beach and Chesapeake see recurring tidal flooding and storm surge.

Crawl space moisture

Humid summers and clay soil keep crawl spaces damp, leading to wood rot and mold.

Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Virginia page.

Common calls

Most requested in Burke

Disaster history in Fairfax County

Since 2000, FEMA has included Fairfax County in 10 major disaster declarations: 5 severe storms, 3 snowstorms, 2 hurricanes. The most recent was Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm in 2016 (DR-4262).

Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.

FAQ

Burke water damage questions

Who do I call for water damage in Burke?

How old are homes in Burke?

The median home in Burke was built in 1979. About 3% of its 13,873 homes were built before 1960 and 3% 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 Fairfax County had federally declared disasters?

Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Fairfax County in 10 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Winter Storm and Snowstorm (2016). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.

Do you cover all of Burke?

Restoration companies in our network cover 2 Burke 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 Burke

22009, 22015

Water damage help near Burke

Also covered in Fairfax County: Centreville · Reston · McLean · Annandale · Oakton · Springfield · Fairfax · Herndon · Chantilly · Lorton · Merrifield · Vienna · Great Falls · Newington · Mount Vernon · Fairfax Station · Wakefield · George Mason

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Guides for Burke homeowners

Water damage in Burke?

Stop the source if you can, then call. We'll connect you with a local restoration company that serves your ZIP.

Fast callback on emergency requests

Call (833) 462-1975 Request service