Had a pipe burst? Spring into action to save some trouble later.
Don’t Panic! But look to get your water off to your house as soon as possible.
Hurry and shut off the main water valve
Shut off the main water valve right away, and make sure your entire family knows where the valve is located and how to turn it off. Because it is nearly impossible to predict the exact moment a pipe will burst, you never know who is going to be the one at home to take care of the issue should it arise.
Call a PureDry expert.
Contact your PureDry expert and schedule an appointment to have the pipe fixed. The costs will vary based on your particular situation, and if you need emergency services, make sure you call plumbing companies that provide these because not all offer conveniences like 24/7 immediate assistance.
Clean up the water the best you can.
If a lot of water damage has occurred, make sure that you also shut the electricity off to ensure no one is electrocuted or hurt during the cleaning process. Also, water build-up can lead to mold and rot, and this can cost you (even more) money in the future if it is left unattended, so get the moisture and water out as soon as possible. Your PureDry expert will assess the damage and help you dry it out. They will give you a list of options. They will listen to you and your preferences and concerns. Then together you will come up with a plan of action. They will then consult you on the best way to restore your damage to be like new.
A little prevention tip to keep a pipe from bursting.
Some things you may do to keep your pipes are in good condition. Feel free to consult your PureDry expert to help with needed maintenance. Make sure you winterize outdoor faucets before freezing temperatures arrive by removing hoses and adequately insulating pipes. A PureDry expert can help you winterize your home’s pipes, and make sure your home is ready for the winter. When the temperatures do drastically drop, you can create a small water drip from the faucets and open up kitchen and bathroom cabinets that expose the piping under sinks to let the warm air in.
With the temperatures dropping outside, one concern of homeowners is the possibility of a pipe burst. If you have noticed that your toilet is not refilling, faucets aren’t running, or other plumbing troubles have presented themselves, the problem could be a frozen or burst pipe. A bursting pipe is caused when the water freezes inside the tube, and it then expands, causing both metal and plastic pipes to break. To correct this problem and prevent further.