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Burst pipe repair in Los Angeles

A burst pipe can release a lot of water in minutes. Shut off your main water valve, then call. We repair burst and broken pipes 24/7.

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What needs fixing?

Why pipes burst in LA

Freezing is rare here, so most burst pipes in Los Angeles come from corrosion, high water pressure or physical damage. Old galvanized pipes rust from the inside until a weak spot gives way, and copper can develop pinholes.

Supply hoses on washing machines, toilets and sinks fail too, and they’re one of the most common causes of sudden indoor flooding.

Water pouring from a leaking brass pipe fitting

Signs of a burst or failing pipe

Water spraying or poolingShut off the main valve right away.
A sudden drop in pressureWater escaping before it reaches your faucets.
Wet walls or ceilingsStains that grow quickly or start to drip.
Rusty waterA sign of badly corroded galvanized pipe.
Banging pipesPressure surges that strain pipes and joints.
Hissing inside a wallWater escaping under pressure.

What to do right now

  1. Shut off the main water valveUsually near the front of the house, or at the meter by the curb.
  2. Open a faucet at the lowest pointThis drains the water still sitting in the pipes.
  3. Cut power near the waterOnly if you can reach the panel without stepping in water.
  4. Call us and take photosPhotos help with an insurance claim.

How we repair it

  • Find the break and check the pipe on either side of it.
  • Replace the damaged section with new pipe and fittings.
  • Check your water pressure, since high pressure is a common cause.
  • Pressure-test the repair before the wall is closed.

What affects the price

You get a written price before any work starts. These are the things that move it.

Where the break isExposed pipe is quicker than pipe inside a finished wall.
Pipe conditionCorroded pipe may need a longer section replaced.
Water damageDrying out and repairing walls is separate from the plumbing repair.

How a visit works

  1. Book or callBook online in two quick steps, or call (818) 200-8719. We call you back within 2 hours to set a time.
  2. Get a written priceYour plumber finds the problem and gives you the price in writing. Nothing starts until you say yes.
  3. Fixed and cleaned upWe fix it, test it and clean up before we leave. Labor is covered by our 30-day warranty.

Burst pipe repair questions

What should I do first when a pipe bursts?

Shut off the main water valve. Then open a low faucet to drain the lines, keep away from outlets near the water, and call us.

Why did my pipe burst?

In LA it’s usually corrosion in old pipes, water pressure that’s too high, or a failed supply hose or fitting.

Should I replace all my pipes after a burst?

Not necessarily. If the rest of the pipe is in good shape, repairing the broken section is enough. If you have old galvanized pipes and this keeps happening, repiping may be the better long-term fix.

Burst pipe repair near you

We provide burst pipe repair across Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley.

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Related services

Emergency plumbing24/7 for burst pipes, backups and floods.Leak detectionHidden leaks found and fixed.RepipingOld galvanized pipes replaced.Water pressure regulatorsBanging pipes and high pressure fixed.

Helpful guides

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