Water Damage Help in Huntridge
Huntridge sits about 1.56 miles from the center of downtown, in ZIP 89104, where Census estimates put the median home at 1976.
What we know about Huntridge
- In fall 1941 the Federal Housing Administration approved 800 new homes in Las Vegas that became the Mayfair, Biltmore and Huntridge additions.Source files.lasvegasnevada.gov
- The land came from speculator Leigh Hunt, who bought 4,000 acres south of Las Vegas in the 1920s and died in 1931.Source files.lasvegasnevada.gov
- Huntridge homes are one story wood frame houses on slab foundations, early Ranch houses that blend Minimal Traditional features such as shallow hip and gable roofs and narrow eaves.Source files.lasvegasnevada.gov
- John S. Park Elementary opened in 1942 and the 3.5 acre Huntridge park was deeded to the city in February 1944.Source files.lasvegasnevada.gov
- A 2015 city survey of Huntridge Tracts 1 to 5, homes built 1942 to 1947, found 11 individual homes eligible for the National Register and recommended Tract 2 as an eligible historic district.Source files.lasvegasnevada.gov
- The 2005 survey of Tracts 1 and 2 covered 148 single family homes and did not recommend a historic district because of changes to individual houses.Source files.lasvegasnevada.gov
Water damage in Huntridge homes
Huntridge was built in the early 1940s under a federal housing approval, and the city's survey describes them as one story wood frame houses on slab foundations. A leak under a slab that old can run for a long time before it shows. Watch for a warm spot on the floor, a rising water bill or flooring that lifts in one room.
- Do the water meter test if your bill jumps with no change in use.
- Expect flooring over a wet slab to come up so the concrete can dry.
- Original wood windows and trim can often be dried in place.
Homes by year built in ZIP 89104
Census estimates from the ACS 2024 5-year count 16,506 homes in ZIP 89104. Older homes tend to have older supply lines and water heaters, which is where many leaks start.
- 1939 or earlier62
- 1940 to 1949787
- 1950 to 19592,837
- 1960 to 19692,401
- 1970 to 19793,729
- 1980 to 19893,122
- 1990 to 19991,911
- 2000 to 2009926
- 2010 to 2019512
- 2020 or later219
Source U.S. Census Bureau ACS via Census Reporter. More on ZIP 89104.
Questions from Huntridge
Is Huntridge inside the Dry Vegas service area?
Yes. The center of Huntridge is about 1.56 miles from the middle of downtown Las Vegas, inside the 4 mile radius.
Which ZIP code is Huntridge in?
The Census geocoder places the center of Huntridge in ZIP 89104, which also takes in Huntridge, John S. Park and Naked City.
How old are the homes around Huntridge?
Census estimates for ZIP 89104 put the median build year at 1976. The most common decade is 1970 to 1979, and about 59% of homes were built before 1980.
Who handles building permits in Huntridge?
The City of Las Vegas Building and Safety department at City Hall, 495 S. Main St. Check that your address is inside city limits first.
Are most homes in ZIP 89104 rented?
Census estimates show about 58% of occupied homes in ZIP 89104 are rented. Renters should tell the landlord in writing and check their own renters policy.
What is the first thing to do after a leak in Huntridge?
Shut the water, stay clear of wet outlets and take photos. Then do the water meter test if your bill jumps with no change in use.
When do storms cause flooding near Huntridge?
NWS Las Vegas says monsoon storms typically arrive in July and August, and flash floods sweep down dry washes or pour into low spots.
How hard is the tap water in Huntridge?
LVVWD calls its water very hard and lists 16 to 17 grains per gallon. It is not a health risk, but scale builds in heaters and fixtures.
How fast does a wet room in Huntridge need to be dried?
EPA says within 24 to 48 hours. Dry desert air helps surfaces, but water trapped under flooring or in walls still needs gear and readings.
How do I reach Dry Vegas from Huntridge?
Call or text (725) 302-6540. Say where the water came from and which rooms are wet.
Water where it should not be?
Call or text from Huntridge. Say where the water came from and which rooms are wet, and you will get the first steps right away.