Yakima County
Yakima, WA water damage cleanup and restoration
In Yakima, WA, the most common water damage sources are leaking appliances and plumbing, roof leaks and storm runoff. 36% of Yakima's 37,328 homes were built before 1960, and 18% before 1940, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 6 Yakima ZIP codes in Yakima County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Yakima, 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; 6 Yakima ZIP codes are 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 Yakima
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
Yakima homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 37,328
- Median year built
- 1972
- Built before 1960
- 36%
- Owner-occupied
- 53%
Among the 35 Washington cities with pages on this site, Yakima ranks #12 by number of homes and has older housing than 82% of them (median build year 1972). 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); 97,390 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Yakima County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Yakima County in 5 major disaster declarations: 2 floods, 2 fires, 1 severe storm. 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
Yakima water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Yakima?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Yakima, 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; 6 Yakima ZIP codes are 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 Yakima?
The median home in Yakima was built in 1972. About 36% of its 37,328 homes were built before 1960 and 17% 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 Yakima County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Yakima County in 5 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 Yakima?
Restoration companies in our network cover 6 Yakima ZIP codes. Coverage is set ZIP by ZIP, so enter yours in the ZIP checker or call to confirm a company serves your address.
Common calls
Most requested in Yakima
ZIP codes covered in Yakima
98901, 98902, 98903, 98904, 98907, 98908
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Guides for Yakima homeowners
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