Burst Pipe Water Damage

Why Pipes Fail

Pipes can fail due to age, corrosion, shifting soil affecting slab plumbing, or a hard freeze on rare cold nights. In homes built on a concrete slab, a leak in the plumbing under the foundation can be especially difficult to detect early, since water may travel before it surfaces.

First Steps

• Shut off the main water supply if it's safe to do so
• Turn off electricity to the affected area if water is near outlets
• Move belongings away from the wet area
• Call a service provider to assess the damage