Overnight Pipe Break Floods Southwest Ranches Home?

11/14/2023 (Permalink)

We are leaders in water damage restoration services in Southwest Ranches.

The house sitter had no idea where the water shut-off valve was located in our home in Southwest Ranches, so when a pipe burst in the middle of the night, our house was flooded. Our insurance adjuster told us to call the local SERVPRO of Pembroke Pines / West Miramar team and they sent a team out right away. If only I had the foresight to show the house sitter where the main water shut-off valve was, we could have avoided much of the damage.

Here is some information on locating and closing the main water shut-off valve:

Start by locating the main shut-off valve. The main cut-off valves are usually outdoors in warmer climates, and in colder climates, these valves are usually indoors. The water shut-off valves have either round wheel or lever handles.

It is important to note that if a valve is difficult to turn – DO NOT force it. Call a licensed plumber or the local public works authority for assistance.

• Round wheel handle valves will turn off by turning the handle to the right (clockwise). A few turns should stop the wheel.

• Handle valves should slowly be turned clockwise ¼ turn. The handle should no longer be parallel with the pipe. It should stop at a ¼ turn.

Call Us Today!

When your Southwest Ranches home or commercial business has a water damage emergency and you need water damage mitigation and restoration services, our local SERVPRO of Pembroke Pines / West Miramar team is Here to Help. ®

Franchises are independently owned and operated.