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A burst pipe is one of the more frustrating residential plumbing scenarios homeowners can experience. While it can be alarming, knowing what to do ahead of time can help to minimize the damage and enable you to react quickly. Discover the steps you should take if your home experiences a burst pipe below.

What to Do If a Pipe Bursts

1. Switch Off the Water Main

Before anything else, stop the water flow by switching off the water main. Most often, this residential plumbing feature is found where the main pipe connects to the residence. In some cases, it can be found beneath the kitchen sink. Ideally, everyone in the household should know where the main water shutoff is before an emergency occurs.

2. Drain the Pipes

residential plumbingAfter turning off the water, allow any remaining water to flow out by turning on the faucets to cold and flushing the toilets until water no longer refills. After the cold water has drained, turn your hot water heater and heating system off, then drain the hot water, too. This minimizes the risk of frozen pipes and alleviates pressure in the pipes.

3. Find the Burst Pipe

Finally, locate the burst pipe and assess the damage. While you may be able to patch a smaller pipe temporarily, most cracks and other types of damage require the expertise of a residential plumbing expert. In addition to contacting one of these experts, now is also the time to enlist the help of a damage remediation team for any widespread water damage. In doing so, you may reduce the risk of mold development, rot, and long-term property damage.

 

If you have a residential plumbing problem, don’t hesitate to contact the team from GNG Plumbing. Having served Baldwin County, AL including Orange Beach and Fort Morgan for more than 30 years, these experts specialize in a broad range of plumbing services, while also conveniently offering hardware supplies. Find out about their 24/7 emergency repairs online or call (251) 974-5630 to speak with a team member.

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