Burst pipe repair
Close the main water shutoff immediately, switch off power to wet areas if you can reach the panel from a dry floor, and open a low faucet to drain the remaining pressure. Then call a plumber; the repair replaces the damaged section, and a freeze-related burst also needs the cause fixed.
A burst supply pipe can release a large amount of water quickly, and damage spreads under flooring and into walls within minutes. Shutting off the water is the single most important step.
Most bursts come from freezing, corrosion, a failed fitting, or a washing machine or fixture supply hose.
Signs you need burst pipe repair
- Water spraying or pouring from a pipe
- Sudden pressure loss
- Water coming through a ceiling or wall
- The sound of running water with fixtures off
How burst pipe repair is done
- 1
Stop the water
Main shutoff first, then power to wet areas.
- 2
Repair the pipe
Cut out and replace the failed section or fitting.
- 3
Restore and check
Restore water slowly, check for other leaks and advise on drying and prevention.
What affects the cost of burst pipe repair
- Location and access
- Time of day
- Pipe material
- Additional damage found
Ask for the trip fee and the total price before work starts.
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Burst pipe repair: common questions
What's the first thing to do when a pipe bursts?
Close the main water shutoff. If you can't, call the water utility to shut off at the meter.
Does insurance cover a burst pipe?
Many policies cover sudden water damage but not the pipe itself or gradual leaks. Photograph the damage before cleanup.
Can I use the plumbing after a burst?
Not until the pipe is repaired, unless the burst section can be isolated with its own valve.