Water damage restoration in Wausau, WI
Water damage in Wausau, WI usually starts in one of a few places: a failed supply line or water heater, a roof or window leak, or water that gets into a basement or crawl space. 49% of Wausau's 18,774 homes were built before 1960, and 25% before 1940, so galvanized pipe, cast-iron drains, plaster walls and older foundations are common. Restoration companies in our network serve 2 Wausau ZIP codes in Marathon County.
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Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Wausau, WI, 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 Wausau 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 Wausau
Original plumbing in older homes
49% of Wausau's housing predates 1960. Pipes that old narrow with rust, joints weaken and drain lines crack, so a small drip behind plaster or under a floor can go unnoticed until stains or soft spots appear.
Ice dams
Snow and cold create ice dams on older roofs.
Frozen pipes
Extended subzero stretches freeze pipes in exterior walls.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Wisconsin page.
Common calls
Most requested in Wausau
Census data
Wausau homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 18,774
- Median year built
- 1961
- Built before 1960
- 49%
- Owner-occupied
- 58%
Among the 22 Wisconsin cities with pages on this site, Wausau ranks #12 by number of homes and has older housing than 81% of them (median build year 1961). Its share of pre-1960 homes (49%) is well above the 34% 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); 40,262 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Disaster history in Marathon County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Marathon County in 5 major disaster declarations: 3 severe storms, 1 flood, 1 tornado. The most recent was Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding in 2026 (DR-4923).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Wausau water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Wausau?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Wausau, WI, 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 Wausau 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 Wausau?
The median home in Wausau was built in 1961. About 49% of its 18,774 homes were built before 1960 and 15% 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 Marathon County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Marathon County in 5 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (2026). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Wausau?
Restoration companies in our network cover 2 Wausau 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 Wausau
54401, 54403
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Guides for Wausau homeowners
Water damage in Wausau?
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