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Dry out
2 guidesClean, grey and black water: how the source of the water changes a burst pipe cleanup
Clean, grey or black water after a burst pipe? How the source and time change the cleanup, what gets thrown out, protective gear and when to call a pro.
Dry outDrying out after a burst pipe: what to remove, what to dry, and the 48-hour mould window
Drying out after a burst pipe: why 48 hours matters for mould, what to remove, how dehumidifiers and air movers work, and when drying is really done.
Find the leak
2 guidesBurst pipe in a wall or ceiling: how to tell, how to find it and how it gets fixed
Burst pipe in a wall or ceiling: the sounds and stains that give it away, finding the break with the meter and a moisture meter, and opening and drying it.
Find the leakBurst pipe under a concrete slab or in the yard: who owns it, how it is found and how it is fixed
Burst pipe under a concrete floor or in the yard: signs, who owns the service line, leak detection, reroute versus breaking the slab, and digging safely.
First hour
2 guidesThe main water shut-off valve: where to find it and how to close it in a burst
Where the main water shut-off usually is in Canadian houses, condos and townhouses, how to close gate and ball valves, and what to do if it will not turn.
First hourWhat to do when a pipe bursts: the first five minutes, first hour and first two days
What to do when a pipe bursts: the hazards to check first, how to stop the water, what to photograph, who to call and what to finish in the first 48 hours.
Insurance
3 guidesDocumenting a burst pipe insurance claim so it holds up
How to document a burst pipe insurance claim: photos, the failed pipe, moisture logs, receipts, a contents list and the proof of loss deadline.
InsuranceBurst pipes in rentals and condos: who pays, who repairs and whose insurance responds
Burst pipe in a rental or condo: what tenants, landlords, unit owners and condo corporations usually pay for, and whose insurance responds.
InsuranceDoes home insurance cover burst pipes? Sudden, gradual and freezing losses in Canada
Does home insurance cover a burst pipe in Canada? The sudden versus gradual test, freezing while away, heat and draining conditions, and deductibles.
Repair
4 guidesHow a burst pipe is repaired, material by material
How burst pipes are repaired in copper, PEX, CPVC, PVC, galvanized steel and poly-B: identifying the pipe, the right joint, and when to repipe instead.
RepairPlumber or water damage restoration company: who to call after a burst pipe
Plumber or water damage restoration company after a burst pipe? What each trade does, when you need both, and how to compare their estimates.
RepairAfter the repair: finding the root cause and stopping a second burst
After a burst pipe, stop a repeat: find the root cause, check pressure and expansion, reroute or repipe, and add leak sensors or an automatic shut-off.
RepairTemporary burst pipe fixes: the stop-gaps that hold, and the ones that fail
Temporary burst pipe fixes compared: repair clamps, push-fit couplings, silicone tape and epoxy putty, what each can hold and what fails.
Safety
1 guidesTools, costs & reference
6 pagesBurst pipe repair cost: plumbing, drying, rebuild and the bigger jobs
Burst pipe repair cost in Canada for 2026: planning ranges for the plumber, leak detection, drying, drywall and flooring, slab and yard leaks and repiping.
ToolsBurst Pipe Repair Matcher: the stop-gap, the proper repair and who should do it
Burst Pipe Repair Matcher: pick the pipe material, damage and location to see the stop-gap, the permanent repair, who should do it and what else to check.
ToolsBurst Pipe Water Loss Timer: how much water escapes before the valve is closed
Burst Pipe Water Loss Timer: estimate litres a minute from a pinhole, crack or split pipe at your pressure, the total before shut-off and the depth.
CalgaryBurst pipe in Calgary: the shut-off, when to call 311, and what the City does and does not cover
Burst pipe in Calgary: close the main, when to call 311, the City's service valve and property-line split, permits for repairs, main breaks and cold snaps.
ReferenceBurst pipe glossary
Burst pipe glossary: 62 plain definitions for shut-offs, pipe materials, repair fittings, water damage drying, water categories and insurance claim terms.
ReferenceBurst pipe FAQ
Burst pipe FAQ for Canadian homes: shutting off water, electrical safety, drying and mould, repair by pipe material, costs, insurance, rentals and condos.
Describe the problem once. Get a straight answer.
Tell us what you are seeing — when it happens, where, the age of the house and anything you have already been told or quoted. The HAUSE Home desk replies with next steps and, where available, a local contractor for the job.
Water pouring out right now? Shut off the main water valve, turn off power to wet areas only if the electrical panel is dry and safe to reach, and move people and valuables away from the water.