What should I do first when a pipe bursts?

Shut off the main water supply immediately. The shutoff valve is typically near the water meter at the street or where the supply line enters the house. Then call a plumber. While waiting, move furniture and valuables away from the water. Turn off electricity to affected areas if water is near outlets.

How fast can a plumber respond to a burst pipe?

We prioritize burst pipe calls and respond the same day during our operating hours of 6 AM to 8 PM. A burst pipe causes damage every minute it runs. The faster the water stops, the less damage your home sustains.

Will my homeowners insurance cover burst pipe damage?

Most Florida homeowners policies cover sudden and accidental water damage from burst pipes. They typically cover the resulting damage to floors, walls, and belongings. The pipe repair itself may or may not be covered depending on your policy. Contact your agent before filing a claim.

Why do pipes burst in Florida if it rarely freezes?

Corrosion is the primary cause. Copper and galvanized pipes corrode from the inside due to Florida's aggressive water chemistry. The weakened pipe wall eventually gives way under normal water pressure. Tree root intrusion, soil movement, and water hammer can also cause pipe failures.

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What causes pipes to burst in Florida?

Corrosion is the top cause. Copper pipes in Florida homes develop pinhole leaks that weaken the pipe wall. Eventually the weakened section gives way under normal water pressure. The pipe splits open and water pours out at full volume. A half-inch copper supply line at 60 PSI can dump hundreds of gallons per hour into your home. Polybutylene and old CPVC pipes fail differently.

They become brittle and crack along joints or at stress points. A sudden pressure surge from the water main or a water hammer event can shatter multiple connections at once. Tree root intrusion causes burst drain pipes. Roots seek moisture and grow into cracks in your sewer line. Eventually they block the pipe completely or break it apart. We see this frequently in older neighborhoods in Melbourne, Stuart, and Fort Pierce where mature trees line the streets..

What should I do when a pipe bursts?

Shut off the water immediately. Your main shutoff valve is typically near the water meter at the street or on the side of your home where the supply line enters. Turn it clockwise until it stops. If you cannot find the shutoff, call the water utility to shut off service at the meter. Then call us at (772) 200-2452. We respond to burst pipe emergencies from 6 AM to 8 PM every day.

While you wait, move furniture and valuables away from the water. If the burst is upstairs, place buckets under the drip points. Turn off electricity to affected areas if water is near outlets or electrical panels. Take photos for your insurance claim. The faster you stop the flow, the less damage your home sustains..

How do you repair a burst pipe?

It depends on the pipe material, location, and the extent of the damage. For a clean break in an accessible copper pipe, we cut out the damaged section and solder in a new piece. That takes about an hour. For pipes inside walls or under the slab, we may reroute the line to an accessible path instead of cutting into the structure. Rerouting is faster, less destructive, and eliminates the failed pipe from the system entirely.

If the burst pipe is part of an aging system with multiple weak spots, we recommend repiping with Uponor PEX-A. Patching one section of a deteriorated pipe system is a temporary fix. The next failure could happen tomorrow or next month. Repiping solves the problem permanently..

Which areas do you serve for burst pipe emergencies?

Our emergency service covers Brevard County, Indian River County, St. Lucie County, Martin County, and Northern Palm Beach County. We respond to burst pipe calls in Melbourne, Palm Bay, Titusville, Vero Beach, Sebastian, Port St. Lucie, Fort Pierce, Stuart, Jupiter, and all surrounding communities.

Available 6 AM to 8 PM, seven days a week. Water damage gets worse every minute. Call (772) 200-2452 at the first sign of a burst pipe and we will be there fast..

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Water is actively spraying from a pipe inside your home

You shut off the water but still see water flowing from the walls or ceiling

The burst pipe is under the concrete slab or inside a wall

Multiple pipes failed at the same time suggesting system-wide deterioration

Water reached electrical outlets, panels, or appliances

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