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Burst Pipe Repair in Castle Rock, CO
A frozen or split pipe can flood a house fast, most often after a hard freeze in uninsulated walls, garages and crawl spaces. Close the main valve, then call us. We find the break, show you the photos and lay out your repair options.
The Basics
What causes a burst pipe?
Water expands as it freezes. In a pipe, the ice blocks the flow and pressure builds until the pipe splits. The split often shows up when the ice thaws and water starts to flow, not while the pipe is frozen. Pressure problems and failed fittings can also split a pipe without a freeze.
Signs of a frozen or burst pipe
No water, or only a trickle, from one or more faucets in cold weather
Frost on exposed pipes
Water stains, bulging drywall or dripping from a ceiling or wall
The sound of running water when nothing is on
A sudden drop in pressure
A meter that moves with every fixture off
If a pipe has burst
1
Close the main valve near where the water line enters the house.
2
Open a low faucet to drain remaining water, if it is safe.
3
Stay out of standing water that could reach outlets, cords or the panel.
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Take photos of the damage for your insurer.
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Call us. (303) 555-0147
If your meter sits in a pit with a metal lid, do not open it in cold weather.
If a pipe is frozen but has not burst
Close the main valve if you can’t tell where the freeze is. Open the faucet on the frozen line and warm the area slowly with a hair dryer or a space heater kept at a safe distance. Do not use an open flame. If you can’t find the freeze or the pipe is already leaking, call us.
Do
- Close the main valve if you can't tell where the freeze is
- Open the faucet on the frozen line
- Warm the area slowly with a hair dryer or a space heater kept at a safe distance
Don't
- Use an open flame
Freeze Risk
Where pipes freeze in Castle Rock homes
Uninsulated pipes in outside walls, garages, crawl spaces and attics freeze first. So do outdoor spigots and lines feeding them, and sprinkler lines and the backflow device.
Outside walls
Garages
Crawl spaces
Attics
Outdoor spigots and the lines feeding them
Sprinkler lines and the backflow device
Before the next freeze
- Know where your main shutoff is
- Insulate exposed lines
- Keep the meter pit lid closed
Colorado plumbers see burst pipes in older and newer homes alike, and uninsulated pipes are a common cause.
Our Methods
How we find and fix the break
We check the meter and the pressure, then use acoustic listening, thermal imaging and moisture mapping to find the split, and confirm with a second method before anyone cuts. Once located, we repair or replace the damaged section and test again. You see photos of what failed and what we did.
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Check the meter and the pressure
2
Acoustic listening, thermal imaging and moisture mapping
3
Confirm with a second method before anyone cuts
4
Repair or replace the damaged section
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Test again
You see photos of what failed and what we did.
How It Works
What happens when you call RidgeLeak
01
Tell us what happened.
Where the water is and whether the main is closed.
02
We book the visit.
Same-day when we have an opening.
03
We locate the break.
Meter and pressure check, then the right method.
04
You get the report.
Photos, the location and repair options in plain words.
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We repair it, or you choose your own plumber.
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We test it.
We confirm the leak is gone.
Your Leak Report
Documentation for your insurer
A burst pipe is often an insurance claim. Our written report includes photos, the cause and the location, and shows what was wrong and when it was fixed. It also supports a bill adjustment request to Castle Rock Water. We cannot promise a credit.
- Photos, the cause and the location
- What was wrong and when it was fixed
- Supports a bill adjustment request
Affordable, with the price upfront
We keep burst pipe work affordable and give you the price for each repair option before work starts.
Service Area
Serving Castle Rock and nearby areas
We repair burst pipes throughout Castle Rock, including The Meadows, Founders Village, Crystal Valley Ranch and Terrain, and in Castle Pines.
Frozen or split pipe flooding your home?
Shut the main valve and call. We find the break fast, limit damage and give you upfront repair options.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about burst pipes in Castle Rock
What should I do if a pipe bursts?
Close the main valve, open a low faucet to drain, stay out of standing water that could reach outlets and call us. Photograph the damage before you clean up.
How do I know if a pipe is frozen?
No water or only a trickle from a faucet in cold weather, frost on exposed pipes, or a pipe that feels very cold. Frozen pipes often burst when they thaw, so treat a frozen pipe as a warning.
How do I thaw a frozen pipe safely?
Open the faucet, then warm the area slowly with a hair dryer or a safely placed space heater. Never use an open flame. If you can’t find the freeze or the pipe is already leaking, close the main valve and call us.
Can you repair a burst pipe the same day?
Same-day when we have an opening. Call us and we tell you how to limit the damage while you wait.
How do I prevent frozen pipes?
Insulate exposed lines in outside walls, garages and crawl spaces, know where your main shutoff is, disconnect hoses from spigots before a freeze and keep the meter pit lid closed.
Does homeowners insurance cover a burst pipe?
Policies differ. Many cover sudden water damage but not always the pipe repair itself. Check your policy or ask your insurer, and keep our report with photos for the claim.
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