Haltom City's city floodplain page names three waterways: Big Fossil Creek at E. Belknap St, Little Fossil Creek, and the West Fork of the Trinity River at Beach St. Heavy rain upstream can send creek water into streets and yards that were dry an hour earlier. If water has entered your house, the clock on drying and mold starts at once.
Hurst Water Damage Pros is based at 227 NE Loop 820 in Hurst and dispatches to Haltom City. We keep no office in the city and never promise an arrival time. We do answer the phone at every hour, which is when creek floods tend to arrive.
When creek water or flooding reaches a Haltom City home
Creek water is not clean water. It carries mud, yard chemicals and sewage, so carpet, pad and drywall touched by it usually come out rather than dry in place. The first job is pumping out standing water and removing what cannot be saved. Then we dry the structure to measured targets, following the published ANSI/IICRC S500 standard.
Always-on dispatch
A call at 3 a.m. after a storm gets answered. Emergency crews are available every night, weekend and holiday for Haltom City.
Flood cleanup first
Silt, debris and contaminated materials are cleared before drying equipment goes in, so wet gear does not circulate dirt.
Plain-language scope
We explain what is wet, what will be removed and how drying will go, and the price is explained before work starts.
Insurance reality check
Standard home policies do not cover flood. We will tell you what we find, and your insurer decides coverage.
Electrical and sewage hazards
Do not wade into floodwater indoors while outlets, appliances or the panel may be live. Have the power cut off from a dry location or by an electrician.
Floodwater and sewer backup can contain sewage. Keep children and pets away, avoid skin contact and do not use household fans in the wet area.
Floodplain and rating facts for Haltom City
The city holds a Class 8 rating in the National Flood Insurance Program, which shows it takes part in the program. That does not tell you whether your home is in a mapped flood zone. Check the FEMA flood map for your address and ask the city, then ask your insurer about separate flood coverage.
Flood policies generally take time to start, so do not wait for a storm forecast to look into one. Texas Department of Insurance says a standard home policy excludes flood damage, and mold caused by flooding is not covered either. Photograph the water line on walls before cleanup so that your adjuster can see how high it reached.
Water still spreading?
Our 24/7 line is answered at any hour. Call (817) 623-9267 and describe what you see.
Sewer lines, city Public Works and what belongs to you
Haltom City runs its water and sewer system from Public Works at 4200 Hollis St. Call the city's published Public Works number for a street-side or main-line problem. We are not quoting an after-hours number here because the numbers listed for the city conflict, so confirm with the city directly.
Under the city's Sanitary Sewer Policy, the sewer lateral belongs to the property owner. That is the pipe from your house to the main. If sewage backs up inside your home, the cleanup is our call, and a plumber or the city can tell you whether the stoppage is on your lateral or in the main. Fort Worth Water also lists Haltom City as a customer city for a Big Fossil Creek sewer main project.
Everyday water problems in Haltom City houses
Not every call involves a creek. Haltom City homeowners also see a split supply line under a sink, a dripping condensate line in a hot summer, and a ceiling that starts to stain after a storm. The city's median owner-occupied home value of $218,800 per the Census is a reminder that plenty of owners are working with practical budgets, so we explain what is essential and what can wait.
- Plumbing leaks inside walls, cabinets and slabs
- Roof leaks that soak insulation and ceilings
- Air conditioner drain and condensate overflows
- Water heater and washer hose failures
- Raw sewage from floor drains and tubs
What we do first in Haltom City, in order of demand
| What you see | Service | What happens |
|---|---|---|
| Creek or storm water inside the house | Flood damage restoration | Pump out, remove contaminated materials, clean, then dry and sanitize |
| Active leak or pooled water on floors | Emergency water removal | Extraction starts and the source is stopped or isolated |
| Soaked contents and surfaces after the water is gone | Water damage cleanup | Items and surfaces are sorted, cleaned or removed by water category |
| Walls and floors still holding moisture | Water mitigation | Air movers and dehumidifiers dry the structure, with readings recorded |
Before we arrive: if water is still rising
Turn off the supply
Close the main water valve if a pipe is the source. If creek water is rising outside, get to higher ground first.
Power down with care
Switch off electricity to wet areas only if you can do it without stepping in water. If you cannot, wait for an electrician.
Raise what matters
Place photos, papers, medicines and electronics on high shelves or upstairs. Leave heavy furniture for the crew.
Avoid floodwater
Do not let children or pets play in it. Wash with soap if you touch it.
Call our 24/7 line
Give your street address, since 76117 is shared with other city names, and say whether water is still coming in.
Capture the proof
Take wide and close photos of the water line, damaged belongings and the building, then keep damaged items.
Where we work in Haltom City
Our service covers ZIP 76117. Homes near E. Belknap St and the Big Fossil Creek crossing should check the FEMA flood map for their address, because proximity to a creek raises the odds of runoff entering a garage or crawl space. The same goes for streets near Beach St, where the West Fork of the Trinity River crosses.
Parker Rd and Field St are also part of the service area. For any address, tell us which direction water came from. That helps us decide whether to start with flood cleanup or a plumbing source.
Permits and repairs after a flood
Haltom City requires a building permit for foundation repair. If water has shifted or undermined your slab, ask the city building department before hiring anyone to lift or patch it. Restoration is not waterproofing, and we will say so if what you need is drainage work.
Nearby cities set their own rules, so questions in North Richland Hills or Bedford go to those city offices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. We dispatch from Hurst to Haltom City at all hours, including storms that flood creeks overnight. We cannot promise an arrival time, but we will help you make the house safer while you wait.
Haltom City has one ZIP, 76117, and we serve it. That ZIP also lists Fort Worth and North Richland Hills as alternate city names, so give your street address when you call. Hurst's own ZIPs are 76053 and 76054.
Standard home policies do not cover flood. A separate flood policy is needed, and flood policies usually include a waiting period before coverage starts. Check your policy and ask your insurer.
Under the city's Sanitary Sewer Policy, the sewer lateral belongs to the property owner. Call the city's Public Works if you suspect the main is the problem. If sewage has entered the house, call us for cleanup.
Check the FEMA flood map for your address and contact the city. Flood zones can change and a home outside one can still take on water.
Yes, Haltom City requires a building permit for foundation repair. Ask the city building department for the steps before work begins.