King County
Shoreline, WA water damage cleanup and restoration
Most water damage calls in Shoreline, WA come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. 36% of Shoreline's 24,280 homes were built before 1960, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 1 Shoreline ZIP code in King County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Shoreline, 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; 1 Shoreline ZIP code is covered. With many older homes here, hidden pipe and drain leaks are common, so ask for a moisture check behind walls.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Shoreline
Older foundations and pipes
In a city where 36% of homes were built before 1960, the usual suspects are corroded supply lines, cracked cast-iron drains and foundations that let water in after heavy rain.
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.
Census data
Shoreline homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 24,280
- Median year built
- 1968
- Built before 1960
- 36%
- Owner-occupied
- 67%
Among the 35 Washington cities with pages on this site, Shoreline ranks #21 by number of homes and has older housing than 85% of them (median build year 1968). Its share of pre-1960 homes (36%) is well above the 20% 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); 66,251 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
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
Shoreline water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Shoreline?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Shoreline, 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; 1 Shoreline ZIP code is covered. With many older homes here, hidden pipe and drain leaks are common, so ask for a moisture check behind walls.
How old are homes in Shoreline?
The median home in Shoreline was built in 1968. About 36% of its 24,280 homes were built before 1960 and 16% 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 Shoreline?
Restoration companies in our network cover 1 Shoreline ZIP code. Coverage is set ZIP by ZIP, so enter yours in the ZIP checker or call to confirm a company serves your address.
Common calls
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ZIP codes covered in Shoreline
98160
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Guides for Shoreline homeowners
Water damage in Shoreline?
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