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What Should I Do if a Pipe Bursts?

At 2 Sons Plumbing Seattle, we’ve been in enough homes to know the look on someone’s face when a pipe bursts. Shock. Panic. Sometimes even tears. One moment, everything is fine. The next, you’re standing in your kitchen or basement, water rushing where it shouldn’t be, and you have no idea how to stop it.

If this just happened to you, take a breath. You are not alone, and this isn’t the end of the world. With a few quick steps, you can take back control until help gets there.

In the First Moments

It feels like everything is happening at once—the water’s spreading, your heart’s racing, and you’re scrambling for towels that don’t stand a chance. Here’s what actually matters right now:

Turn off the water – Find the main shutoff and twist it clockwise. The moment that rushing sound slows down, you’ll feel some relief.
Kill the power nearby – If the water’s close to outlets or appliances, flip the breaker. Your safety comes first.
Drain the system – Open a few cold taps and flush the toilets. This lets the pressure out so the pipe doesn’t keep spraying.
Grab your phone – Take a couple of quick photos for insurance. You don’t need to capture every drop, just enough proof to help later.

These few steps are enough to stop the chaos from getting worse.

When It’s Beyond DIY

Sometimes the signs tell you it’s no longer safe to stay inside:

A ceiling sagging or bulging like it’s ready to burst
A hissing sound near gas lines
Water moving fast toward outlets or big appliances

If any of this happens, step outside with your family and call for emergency help. Pipes and walls can be replaced—your safety cannot.

What Repairs Usually Cost

Every burst pipe tells a different story. Sometimes it’s just a hairline crack behind a sink. Other times, it’s a frozen line that floods an entire basement. On average in Seattle:

Pipe repairs usually range from $250 to $1,300
Restoration costs vary—soaked flooring, drywall, or insulation can add more

The truth? Acting quickly always saves you money. A shutoff valve turned fast can mean the difference between mopping up and major reconstruction.

Why a Plumber’s Help Matters

Shutting off the water buys time, but it doesn’t solve the root problem. A burst pipe is often a symptom of something bigger—aging pipes, freezing weather, or high water pressure. A licensed plumber doesn’t just patch the break; they make sure the rest of your system is safe so you’re not dealing with the same mess again in a month.

You Don’t Have to Face This Alone

If you’re staring at puddles of water right now, it’s easy to feel like your home is slipping out of your control. But you don’t have to handle it by yourself. Call 2 Sons Plumbing Seattle at (206) 487-1757, and we’ll come right away. One call is all it takes to turn panic into relief.

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Ashton Wylde

05:46 21 Oct 25

Great service and Dave their plumber is the best. We have an odd house with even odder plumbing. The pipes are a mess of grandfathered-in open air nonsense, when our pump started making some noises (and a little leaking) after some DIY heat tape adventures (getting ready for colder weather), we were worried that we would need a massive repair but Dave came and looked at it and immediately realized we had unplugged the float plug from the pump plug which was 90% of the problem and the leak just need a little tightening of a flex joint. The company was quick and didn't charge for an estimate or in this case a quick "thats not plugged in right". The experience and the overall professionalism has convinced me that when I do finally need that big repair job, I'll call these guys.

Ashton Wylde

05:46 21 Oct 25

Spencer Charles

05:07 20 Oct 25

Booking an appointment was extremely easy, and we were able to get one just the next day. Communication was excellent with timely reminders and a call before our appointment. Kerry did a fantastic job both advising us and effectively resolving our issue.

Spencer Charles

05:07 20 Oct 25

LuAnn Mitchell

02:38 14 Oct 25

I have all good things to say about 2 Sons Plumbing. My first experience was a few years ago and the whole process went very smoothly. Making the appointment was easy and quick, the repair was done with no problem and I thought the price was fair. Recently, Dave from 2 Sons came out to look at several plumbing problems I was having and, within a matter of minutes, all of the problems were diagnosed. Dave gave me options and estimates all before he left my house. I haven’t had the work done yet but appreciate the information and the prices seemed fair to me. Dave was on time, professional and very knowledgeable. 2 Sons are my go to Plumbers.

LuAnn Mitchell

02:38 14 Oct 25

Kayla Huitt

16:58 13 Oct 25

Bob at 2 Sons Plumbing was amazing! We had a horribly backed up kitchen sink drain and he was able to fix it, and save us some money in the process! He heard what we had to say about our issue and double checked everything. Super friendly and very helpful. Thank you for the amazing work Bob!

Kayla Huitt

16:58 13 Oct 25

Mingmin Zhu

00:31 11 Oct 25

I had great experience with Chase, Riley, Seth, Manu, Nolan with a recent fix. They showed up promptly, transparent about the price upfront, set the expectations right, very professional, got things done perfectly, great communication and very honest and patient to answer all my questions, I will definitely use 2 sons again and will recommend it to my friends and neighbors.

Mingmin Zhu

00:31 11 Oct 25

Arul Menezes

00:41 10 Oct 25

Stellar job by Carey and his team at 2sons today. I had a complex job -- installing a yard hydrant/faucet for a garden across the (private) street. They had to go into the floor of the garage, run piping under the floor, out of the house, across the road. Had to cut into the asphalt, trench down a couple feet, then patch it all up again, including fixing the garage concrete floor. Super job. Looks really clean. Got it all done in a day.

Arul Menezes

00:41 10 Oct 25

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00:04 10 Oct 25

A wonderful experience every time with 2 Sons plumbing. Jake and Angelo helped us with our plumbing issue. They showed up on time and gave a very reasonable estimate for the repair. We ended up replacing a couple of toilets and a part of a sink drain. They came back the next day to complete the work due to our schedule. Excellent communication, prompt, and hard working! Thank you so much Jake and Angelo!! We are very happy with 2 Sons and have used them multiple times.

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00:04 10 Oct 25

Erica G.

00:11 09 Oct 25

Brandon and Ethan were awesome. I had a basic plumbing issue that I was too scared to address myself. They were very non judgmental and provided excellent customer service. I totally recommend 2 Sons Plumbing.

Erica G.

00:11 09 Oct 25

Jackie Gordon

20:00 02 Oct 25

Overall very pleased! Was able to get same day appointment. The work was done within the quoted timeframe and the cost reasonable. Thanks Marco and team.

Jackie Gordon

20:00 02 Oct 25

Overall very pleased! Was able to get same day appointment. The work was done within the quoted timeframe and the cost reasonable. Thanks Marco and team.

Catherine Huxford

22:46 21 Jul 25

Woke up this morning to find a leak under kitchen sink !
Wasn’t sure who to contact. Did some research and came up with 2 Sons Plumbing.
Contacted them and set up time for today.
Kept us informed about time and who would be doing the job.
Angelo and a trainee arrived on time.
Assessed the problem and gave us a quote. Did the job in timely manner.
Finished and cleaned up area.
They charged the exact price they quoted. Gave us a one year guarantee.

Catherine Huxford

22:46 21 Jul 25