Water damage repair and restoration in Kent, WA
In Kent, WA, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. Kent has 48,933 homes with a median build year of 1985: 8% predate 1960 and 21% were built since 2000, so plumbing ranges from original copper and galvanized lines to newer PEX. Restoration companies in our network serve 7 Kent ZIP codes in King County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Kent, WA, 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; 7 Kent ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
Census data
Kent homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 48,933
- Median year built
- 1985
- Built before 1960
- 8%
- Owner-occupied
- 57%
Among the 35 Washington cities with pages on this site, Kent ranks #5 by number of homes and has older housing than 38% of them (median build year 1985). Its share of pre-1960 homes (8%) is below the 20% 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); 136,588 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Kent
Mixed-age plumbing
Kent's housing spans many decades, so leaks come from both ends: corroded original pipes in older homes and failed supply lines and appliances in newer ones.
Rainy season
Months of rain lead to roof leaks and moisture.
Crawl space moisture
Damp crawl spaces lead to mold.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Washington page.
Common calls
Most requested in Kent
Disaster history in King County
Since 2000, FEMA has included King County in 12 major disaster declarations: 8 severe storms, 4 floods. The most recent was Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides in 2026 (DR-4906).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Kent water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Kent?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Kent, WA, 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; 7 Kent ZIP codes are covered. Drying should start within 24 to 48 hours to prevent mold.
How old are homes in Kent?
The median home in Kent was built in 1985. About 8% of its 48,933 homes were built before 1960 and 21% 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 King County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included King County in 12 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, and Mudslides (2026). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Kent?
Restoration companies in our network cover 7 Kent 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 Kent
98030, 98031, 98032, 98035, 98042, 98064, 98089
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Guides for Kent homeowners
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