Once a farm settlement called Bransford, the town took its current name in 1914 in honor of Dr. Lilburn Howard Colley. It now covers about 13 square miles of northeastern Tarrant County at an elevation near 614 feet, with Grapevine to the east and DFW International Airport close by. Population more than doubled during the 1970s alone.
Nobody from Fire & Water Energy will show up to fix your house; we run a referral number, (866) 937-3230, and try to pair callers with an independent restoration contractor that serves Colleyville and neighboring cities such as Bedford, Hurst, Southlake and Keller. Contractor availability is never guaranteed. You can review how it works and the referral disclosure before calling.
Tarrant County's record of hail, tornadoes and ice
North Texas spring storms can be violent. On March 28, 2000, an F3 tornado tore through downtown Fort Worth, a second F3 struck Arlington, and baseball-sized hail fell in north Fort Worth, killing one person. That outbreak became part of a federal disaster declaration for Tarrant County.
The county has since been included in declarations for Hurricane Rita (2005), the 2006 Extreme Wildfire Threat, 2007 storms with tornadoes and flooding, 2015 storms with straight-line winds, Hurricane Harvey (2017) and the Severe Winter Storms of 2021. The city's own website was still publishing winter weather preparation advice in early 2026.
Leaks inside larger suburban homes
Many houses in town were built during the growth decades after 1970, which means original water heaters, supply lines and roofs may be reaching the end of their service lives. Large floor plans can also hide a slow leak for weeks in an upstairs bathroom, a laundry room or a wet bar.
Water damage repair in Colleyville generally starts with stopping the source and extracting water, then measuring moisture in walls, subfloors and cabinets and drying with air movers and dehumidifiers. See our guides to water damage repair and structural drying for the details.
Federal disaster declarations that included Tarrant County
FEMA records show Tarrant County was included in 7 major disaster declarations for weather or fire events from 2000 through 2026 (2 hurricane, 2 severe storm, 1 severe ice storm, 1 fire, 1 tornado, by FEMA incident type). Declarations are made at the county level, so they do not mean every neighborhood in Colleyville was affected. The most recent:
- 2021 – Severe Winter Storms (DR-4586)
- 2017 – Hurricane Harvey (DR-4332)
- 2015 – Severe Storms, Tornadoes, Straight-line Winds and Flooding (DR-4223)
- 2007 – Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding (DR-1709)
- 2006 – Extreme Wildfire Threat (DR-1624)
- 2005 – Hurricane Rita (DR-1606)
Source: OpenFEMA Disaster Declarations Summaries, retrieved 2026-10-10. Counts include major disaster (DR) declarations with hurricane, flood, severe storm, tropical storm, fire, tornado, coastal storm, winter or ice storm, mudslide and dam/levee incident types.
Water, fire or storm damage in Colleyville?
Call (866) 937-3230 and tell us what happened at your Colleyville property.
When smoke reaches every room
House fires commonly start in kitchens, fireplaces, dryers and electrical systems. In a large home, smoke can circulate through return-air ducts and leave soot film and odor in rooms the fire never touched.
A reputable restoration company will usually secure openings, remove charred material, dry water from firefighting, clean ceilings, walls and contents according to the residue type and deodorize. Our smoke damage cleanup and fire damage cleanup pages have more.
Roof damage from hail and high winds
Large hail can crack shingles, dent flashing and break skylights, and the damage is not always obvious from the ground. Rain that gets past a damaged roof soaks attic insulation and stains ceilings, sometimes days after the storm.
Contractors typically tarp damaged roofs, board broken windows and remove wet insulation and drywall before drying. Heavy downpours can also overwhelm drainage and push water into garages and ground floors. Our pages on storm damage cleanup and storm water damage restoration explain more.
Spotting mold before it spreads
Warm, humid North Texas summers let mold grow on wet drywall, framing or carpet within a day or two. Warning signs include a musty smell, dark spotting along baseboards and paint that bubbles or peels.
EPA guidance says patches under about 10 square feet are often manageable for a homeowner once the leak is fixed. Large or hidden growth, mold in HVAC systems, or mold after contaminated water usually calls for mold remediation.
What to do right after damage in Colleyville
- Call 911 for fire, injuries, a gas smell or downed power lines.
- Shut the main water valve for a plumbing break, and keep everyone away from wet electrical outlets and sagging ceilings.
- After hail, look at the roof only from the ground; leave climbing to a professional.
- Protect belongings from further rain with tarps or by moving them to a dry room.
- Photograph and video all damage before cleanup begins.
- Coverage depends on your policy; check with your insurer or agent about deductibles and documentation.
Neighborhoods and nearby communities
Nearby communities with their own pages (straight-line distance from Colleyville):
Colleyville restoration FAQs
Has a tornado ever hit near Colleyville?
Tarrant County has a long tornado history. On March 28, 2000, F3 tornadoes struck Fort Worth and Arlington, and the county was included in later federal declarations for storms with tornadoes in 2007 and 2015.
How do I know if hail damaged my roof?
Signs include dented gutters and vents, granules in downspouts, cracked or missing shingles, and new ceiling stains. A roofer or restoration contractor can inspect safely; avoid climbing onto the roof yourself.
Our house was built in the late 1970s. Are leaks more likely?
Aging water heaters, supply hoses, shutoff valves and roofs all fail more often over time, and Colleyville saw much of its growth from the 1970s onward. Having plumbing and the roof checked periodically can catch problems before they cause damage.
Should I worry about frozen pipes in Colleyville?
Yes, during hard freezes. Tarrant County was part of the 2021 Severe Winter Storms declaration, and pipes in attics, garages and exterior walls are most exposed. Know where your main shutoff is, and if a line bursts you can call (866) 937-3230 for a referral to an independent contractor.
Restoration guides
- Storm Damage Cleanup
- Storm Water Damage Restoration
- Water Damage Repair
- Structural Drying
- Smoke Damage Cleanup
- Mold Remediation