What should I do immediately after a pipe bursts?

If it’s safe, shut off the water supply, avoid using electrical outlets near wet areas, and call for emergency help. Taking quick photos can help with documentation later.

Do you repair the pipe?

We focus on mitigation: water removal, drying, moisture checks, and documentation. A plumber handles the pipe repair — we can coordinate with yours.

Can wet drywall and ceilings be dried without demolition?

Sometimes, yes. It depends on how long the water has been present, how saturated the materials are, and whether safe drying conditions can be established. We confirm with moisture readings.

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Burst Pipe Cleanup in Seattle, WA

When a pipe bursts, water can spread fast through ceilings, walls, and floors. We help Seattle homeowners remove water, start safe drying, and document everything clearly — without upsells.

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Mitigation-only

Moisture readings & drying logs

Insurance-friendly documentation

What we do after a pipe burst

Once the plumbing is stopped (or stabilized), the next critical step is removing water and drying materials before moisture becomes a bigger problem.

Emergency water extraction from floors, carpets, and affected rooms
Drying plan: air movers + dehumidifiers sized to the loss
Moisture checks to map where water traveled (including ceilings & wall cavities)
Daily monitoring with documented readings
Targeted demo only when materials can’t be dried safely

For general emergency response, see: Emergency Water Removal →

What we do (and don’t do)

We do

Remove water, dry the structure, and document the process
Coordinate with your plumber so everyone stays in their lane
Keep communication simple and consistent

We don’t

Perform plumbing repairs (a plumber handles the pipe)
Push reconstruction or upsell work you don’t need
Hide the ball — you’ll see what we see with readings & photos

Before we arrive

Shut off the main water if safe
Avoid electrical outlets near wet areas
Move valuables away from wet flooring
Take a few quick photos for documentation

If you’re not sure what to do, call — we’ll walk you through it.

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