Burst pipe or broken water line? Shut it off, then call.
In Florida, pipes rarely freeze. They fail from age, corrosion, pressure and worn-out fittings, often a supply line under a sink, a toilet, or behind the washer. One free call connects you with a local restoration company.
If you have water in your home right now, shut off the water, take photos, and call your insurance company. Many insurers can send a restoration company out quickly.
Stop the water
Where pipes fail most
- Toilet supply lines
- Braided hoses and plastic connector nuts crack with age and let go without warning.
- Washer hoses
- Rubber hoses wear out. Many plumbers suggest replacing them every five years.
- Under-sink lines
- Loose fittings and corroded valves leak slowly into cabinet bottoms.
- Copper pinhole leaks
- Small leaks inside walls that show up as stains or bubbling paint.
What happens in the first day
A restoration company extracts standing water, measures moisture in walls and floors, and sets up drying equipment. Materials that can't be dried, like soaked carpet pad, are usually removed. Drying often takes three to five days, and the company checks moisture readings until everything is dry.
How this works
You call and tell us your ZIP code and what happened. We connect your call to an independent, licensed restoration company that works in your area. They come out, look at the damage, and give you a quote.
We don't do the work and we don't charge you. The company you're connected with may pay us for the referral. Any price or agreement is between you and them.
Questions people ask
Is a burst pipe covered by insurance?
Sudden pipe breaks are among the claims homeowners policies most often cover. The repair to the pipe itself may be handled differently. Check your policy.
Do I need a plumber too?
Yes. The plumber fixes the pipe. The restoration company dries out the damage.
Can I dry it myself?
A small spill on tile, yes. If water reached carpet pad, drywall or cabinets, it needs a moisture check. Those materials hold water you can't see.