Water Damage Restoration in New York

Quick answer

For water damage in New York, stop the water, make the area safe, take photos and call toll free (833) 925-0846. We connect you with an independent local provider that covers your city. We list 524 cities and 899 ZIP codes in New York.

Water damage in New York

New York homes and businesses deal with four distinct seasons, cold winters and a lot of older housing stock. The riskiest stretch runs from December through March for frozen pipes and ice dams, with a second peak during spring thaw and summer thunderstorms.

Frozen and split pipes during hard winter freezes
Ice dams that push meltwater under roofing and into ceilings
Basement flooding from heavy rain, nor'easters and spring snowmelt
Aging supply lines and drain stacks in older homes

Main cities we cover in New York

Services available across New York

Callers anywhere in the state can ask for emergency cleanup, water extraction, burst pipe damage, sewage cleanup, basement flooding, roof and ceiling leaks and commercial water damage. See all water damage services.

Insurance and licensing in New York

Many standard homeowners policies cover sudden and accidental water damage, but flood, sewer backup and long term leaks are commonly treated differently. Check your policy and report quickly. Licensing for restoration and repair work differs by state and sometimes by city. Ask any company for its license number where one applies, proof of liability insurance and its IICRC training, and verify them with the licensing office that covers your area. Our hiring guide has a full checklist.

Further reading for New York: frozen pipes: thaw safely and prevent bursts and burst pipe: what to do right now.

Official resources: FEMA flood insurance, Ready.gov flood preparedness and EPA mold and moisture guidance.

Find your New York city

Every city below is on our coverage list, grouped by county. You can also browse the New York ZIP code list.

Albany County

Bronx County

Bronx

Dutchess County

Kings County

Brooklyn

Nassau County

New York County

New York

Orange County

Putnam County

Queens County

Rensselaer County

Rockland County

Saratoga County

Schenectady County

Schoharie County

Suffolk County

Ulster County

Warren County

Washington County

Westchester County

Questions about water damage in New York

Where in New York do you provide water damage help?

We list 524 cities and 899 ZIP codes in New York. Find your city below or use the ZIP code list, and call toll free (833) 925-0846 to confirm your address is covered.

What causes water damage in New York?

Common causes include frozen and split pipes during hard winter freezes; ice dams that push meltwater under roofing and into ceilings; basement flooding from heavy rain, nor'easters and spring snowmelt. Plumbing and appliance failures happen in every state.

Does homeowners insurance in New York cover water damage?

Standard policies usually cover sudden and accidental water damage and often exclude flood and slow leaks. Flood coverage is a separate policy. Read your policy and ask your insurer.

How do I verify a restoration company in New York?

Rules differ by state and city. Ask for a license number where one is required, proof of liability insurance and IICRC training, and confirm the details with your state or local licensing office.

Who performs the work in New York?

Independent local companies. Water Damage Help USA is a referral service that connects your call to a provider covering your area.