A burst pipe is one of the more expensive plumbing issues that you can have. The collateral damage is often far worse than the cost of replacing the pipe. Our Bedford plumbing service wants to help you prevent this collateral damage. Here's what you need to do when a pipe bursts.
The first thing to do when you encounter a burst pipe is to find, and turn off, the main water supply to the pipe. If you are in a residential setting, the water main is usually under the kitchen sink or at the point where the water service enters the house. Sometimes there are pipe specific valves that can be used. In a commercial situation there are usually multiple stop valves throughout the building. Trace the burst pipe back to the nearest shut off valve.
Once the water supply has been shut off, our Bedford plumbing contractors suggest putting a temporary patch on the pipe. A compression patch is usually the best choice. Once the pipe is patched it can be used for a short period of time. Call in the professionals to complete a pipe repair. A licensed and insured plumber can usually 
have a pipe replaced in under an hour.
If water from the pipe has caused flooding damage, it may be covered under your home or business insurance. Call your agent and schedule a time for a claims representative or adjuster to inspect the damages. Often the price of the plumbing repair is covered along with the incidental damages.