The 3 Things To Do If Your Pipes Burst

The last thing you need when the weather is already freezing outside is a pipe to burst. When pipes get too cold, the water inside them expands as it gets close to freezing, which causes an increase in pressure inside the pipe. When the pressure gets too high for the pipe to contain, it bursts.

Let’s look at the three things you should do in case you experience this first hand:

If a pipe just ruptured in your home, shut off the home’s main water valve immediately. Make sure you know where this is before a busted pipe. The water damage you can get from a burst pipe can be critical, but the sooner the water is off the better for the water damage restoration company that you will need.

You should also shut off the electricity to the section of the home where the water damage has occurred. If you are renting, notify your landlord or building manager.

With 24/7 emergency service, Big Red’s Guaranteed Clean is committed to fixing any water damage as soon as it occurs. We work with your insurance to provide you affordable water removal and damage restoration. When you choose Big Red’s to help after a pipe burst, here’s what you can expect:

• Free Estimate
• Remove all water from carpets and upholstery using pumps and mops
• Remove damaged drywall and other items which cannot be salvaged
• Dry and dehumidify the area
• Inspect the area for mold, and remove if necessary
• Clean and sanitize with antimicrobial products the following:
• Clean or replace carpets
• Upholstery Cleaning
• Clean personal items which can be restored
• Replace drywall, wood, and paint

When the weather gets cold, it’s important to try and avoid pipes bursting by keeping your heat on and monitoring pipes with low insulation. If your faucet is not running or the toilet is not refilling, there is a good chance a pipe is frozen.

However, if it does happen, know who to call. With 24/7 emergency service, Big Red’s Guaranteed Clean is a no-brainer. We will get your house back to the way it was before the water damage! Write down our contact information today so you have it in case of an emergency.