Water damage repair and restoration in Fort Worth, TX
Most water damage calls in Fort Worth, TX come down to plumbing failures, roof leaks and storm water. 41% of Fort Worth's 365,229 homes were built in 2000 or later, so most water damage starts with supply lines, water heaters, appliances and roof or window leaks rather than old pipes. Restoration companies in our network serve 52 Fort Worth ZIP codes in Tarrant County.
Quick answer
For water, fire or smoke damage in Fort Worth, TX, 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; 52 Fort Worth ZIP codes are covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
Census data
Fort Worth homes by the numbers
- Homes
- 365,229
- Median year built
- 1992
- Built before 1960
- 19%
- Owner-occupied
- 57%
Among the 69 Texas cities with pages on this site, Fort Worth ranks #3 by number of homes and has older housing than 56% of them (median build year 1992). Its share of pre-1960 homes (19%) is well above the 8% 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); 1,008,106 residents per the 2024 population estimate.
Local risks
What causes water damage in Fort Worth
Hidden leaks in newer construction
Newer Fort Worth houses often hide water heaters, air handlers and laundry on upper floors or in attics, so a failed fitting or condensate line can soak ceilings and walls below before anyone notices.
Flash flooding
Houston's flat terrain and heavy rain flood streets and homes, as in Harvey (2017).
Many neighborhoods, many causes
Fort Worth spans 52 ZIP codes, so the causes vary by neighborhood: older streets see more pipe and drain failures, newer subdivisions more appliance and supply-line leaks, and low-lying areas more storm water.
Seasonal risks, licensing and FEMA history across the state are on the Texas page.
Common calls
Most requested in Fort Worth
Disaster history in Tarrant County
Since 2000, FEMA has included Tarrant County in 7 major disaster declarations: 2 hurricanes, 2 severe storms, 1 ice storm, 1 fire, 1 tornado. The most recent was Severe Winter Storms in 2021 (DR-4586).
Source: OpenFEMA disaster declarations, retrieved October 5, 2026.
FAQ
Fort Worth water damage questions
Who do I call for water damage in Fort Worth?
For water, fire or smoke damage in Fort Worth, TX, 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; 52 Fort Worth ZIP codes are covered. In newer homes here, appliance and supply-line leaks are the most common cause.
How old are homes in Fort Worth?
The median home in Fort Worth was built in 1992. About 19% of its 365,229 homes were built before 1960 and 41% 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 Tarrant County had federally declared disasters?
Yes. Since 2000, FEMA has included Tarrant County in 7 major disaster declarations for storms, floods, fires and similar events, most recently Severe Winter Storms (2021). Federal assistance is only available for declared events; most water damage is handled through homeowners or flood insurance.
Do you cover all of Fort Worth?
Restoration companies in our network cover 52 Fort Worth 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 Fort Worth
76101, 76102, 76103, 76104, 76105, 76106, 76107, 76108, 76109, 76110, 76111, 76112, 76113, 76114, 76115, 76116, 76118, 76119, 76120, 76121, 76122, 76123, 76124, 76126, 76129, 76130, 76131, 76132, 76133, 76134, 76135, 76137, 76140, 76147, 76148, 76150, 76155, 76161, 76162, 76163, 76164, 76166, 76177, 76179, 76190, 76191, 76193, 76195, 76196, 76197, 76198, 76199
Local services in Fort Worth
Water damage help near Fort Worth
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Also covered in Tarrant County: Naval Air Station Jrb · Arlington · Mansfield · North Richland Hills · Euless · Grapevine · Bedford · Keller · Haltom City · Hurst · Southlake · Colleyville · Crowley · Azle · Kennedale · Richland Hills · Haslet
Guides for Fort Worth homeowners
Water damage in Fort Worth?
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