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Water Damage Help in Summerlin

Summerlin is a community in the City of Las Vegas, about 4.6 miles in a straight line from our office on Rainbow Meadows Dr. Census estimates put the median home in ZIP 89144 at 2000.

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What We Know About Summerlin

  • In 1952 Howard Hughes bought about 30,000 acres along the western edge of the valley.Source en.wikipedia.org
  • Summerlin is named for Jean Amelia Summerlin, Hughes's paternal grandmother.Source en.wikipedia.org
  • The development covers 22,500 acres of the western edge of incorporated Las Vegas.Source en.wikipedia.org
  • Summerlin Parkway, a six lane highway from Rainbow Boulevard to Town Center Drive, opened in 1990.Source en.wikipedia.org
  • A thunderstorm hit the northwest part of the city for two hours in August 2003, causing hail damage and considerable water damage.Source en.wikipedia.org

Water Damage in Summerlin Homes

Most of Summerlin is inside the City of Las Vegas. Census estimates for ZIP 89144 put the median home at 2000, and about 75% of homes are single family. Storms that build over the mountains to the west reach this side of the valley first, and the August 2003 storm did its damage in the northwest.

  • After a hail storm, look at the ceiling under any roof penetration for stains.
  • Tank water heaters last 6 to 12 years per InterNACHI.
  • If you are in Summerlin South, permits go to Clark County instead.

Permits and Water in Summerlin

City of Las Vegas Building and Safety at City Hall, 495 S. Main St., 702-229-6251. Check that the address is inside city limits first.

Source lasvegasnevada.gov

Most homes in the city get water from the Las Vegas Valley Water District. LVVWD calls its water very hard and lists 16 to 17 grains per gallon. Your bill names your utility.

Source lvvwd.com

Drying a house is not the same as rebuilding it. Ask the permit office before any repipe, water heater swap or wall rebuild.

Storms and Runoff Near Summerlin

  • The Las Vegas Valley is a basin with a single outlet, the Las Vegas Wash, so rain runoff drains to the east side of the valley and on to Lake Mead.Source en.wikipedia.org
  • Rain over the mountains around the valley can flood the valley floor as it runs off, and more hardscape as the valley grew has added to that runoff.Source en.wikipedia.org

Storm water that ran over the ground is Category 3 water. It needs cleaning and often removal of soaked materials, not just fans. See flood cleanup and the live storm tracker.

Homes by Year Built in Summerlin

Census estimates from the ACS 2024 5-year count 8,770 homes in ZIP 89144. Older homes tend to have older supply lines and water heaters, which is where many leaks start.

  • 1939 or earlier18
  • 1940 to 194910
  • 1950 to 19596
  • 1960 to 196951
  • 1970 to 197982
  • 1980 to 1989169
  • 1990 to 19994,167
  • 2000 to 20094,011
  • 2010 to 2019147
  • 2020 or later109

Source U.S. Census Bureau ACS via Census Reporter. More on ZIP 89144.

Questions From Summerlin

Does Dry Vegas cover Summerlin?
Yes. We cover the whole Las Vegas Valley, from Centennial Hills and Summerlin to Henderson, North Las Vegas and Boulder City. The center of Summerlin is about 4.6 miles in a straight line from our office at 1517 Rainbow Meadows Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89128.
Who issues building permits in Summerlin?
City of Las Vegas Building and Safety at City Hall, 495 S. Main St., 702-229-6251. Check that the address is inside city limits first.
Who supplies the water in Summerlin?
Most homes in the city get water from the Las Vegas Valley Water District. LVVWD calls its water very hard and lists 16 to 17 grains per gallon. Your bill names your utility.
How old are the homes in Summerlin?
Census estimates for ZIP 89144 put the median build year at 2000. The most common decade is 1990 to 1999, and about 2% of homes were built before 1980.
Are most homes in Summerlin rented?
Census estimates for ZIP 89144 show about 31% of occupied homes rented. Renters should tell the landlord in writing and check their own renters policy.
How many homes are in ZIP 89144?
Census estimates count 8,770 housing units and 19,414 residents. About 75% are single family homes.
What is the first thing to do after a leak in Summerlin?
Shut the water, stay clear of wet outlets and take photos. Then after a hail storm, look at the ceiling under any roof penetration for stains.
When do storms cause flooding in Summerlin?
NWS Las Vegas says monsoon storms typically arrive in July and August, and flash floods sweep down dry washes or pour into low spots. The Regional Flood Control District names July through September for sudden downpours.
How fast does a wet room in Summerlin 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 Summerlin?
Call or text (702) 846-0157. Say where the water came from and which rooms are wet.

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