A burst pipe or major leak is flooding your home right now. Waiting until morning means water damage spreading through walls and floors. Call us and we'll have a plumber there in 45 minutes to stop the flow and assess what needs fixing.
Find your main shut-off valve, usually near the meter or where the water line enters the house. Turn it clockwise until it stops. This stops the flow immediately while you wait for the plumber to arrive.
Move furniture, rugs, and electronics away from the water. If you can safely locate the burst or leak without moving debris, take a photo on your phone. This helps the plumber know where to start.
Turn on a low faucet to let air into the pipes. This stops the spray and reduces pressure inside the line while the main valve takes effect.
Use towels, mops, or a wet vacuum to remove pooled water from the floor. This protects your flooring and makes it easier for the plumber to see what's actually broken.
A burst pipe or sudden leak is an emergency. Water travels fast through walls and under floors, soaking insulation and drywall in minutes. Mold starts growing in 24 to 48 hours. The longer you wait, the higher the repair bill spreads beyond just fixing the pipe.
When our plumber arrives, the first thing they do is confirm the shut-off is working and the leak has stopped. Then they locate the exact spot of the burst, check for damage to surrounding framing or foundation, and explain your options: repair the section, replace the whole line, or something in between. They bring the tools to do emergency repairs on the spot and can install a temporary patch if a full replacement needs to be scheduled.
Not every pipe problem is an emergency. A slow drip under the sink, a running toilet, or a weak shower can wait for a morning appointment. A geyser from the wall, water streaming from the crawlspace, or sewage backing up into your home cannot. If you're unsure, call us and describe what's happening. A real person will tell you whether to turn off the main water or if it can hold until tomorrow.
Our team is licensed and insured. We show up with a full truck, quote you before we start any work beyond emergency shut-off and damage control, and work with your insurance company if you need it.
Nights, weekends and holidays cost the same as Tuesday morning. Call (831) 555-0193 and a Capitola plumber picks up.