
What to Do When a Pipe Bursts
The first ten minutes matter most. Where the shutoff is, what to move and what not to touch while you wait.
Read the guidePlain-language guides from McKinney 24 Hour Plumber for McKinney homeowners: what to do in the first few minutes of an emergency, what is safe to check yourself and what to ask before approving a repair.

The first ten minutes matter most. Where the shutoff is, what to move and what not to touch while you wait.
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A short list of safe checks for gas, electric and tankless units, and the point at which you should stop.
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Warm floor spots, a turning meter and damp that will not dry. What these signs mean in a slab home.
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One slow drain or the whole house? How to tell a local blockage from a main line failure.
Read the guideThese guides help you describe a problem clearly; they are not a substitute for having someone look at it. Browse the repair services, compare options in our repair versus replacement guide, read the common questions or see how calling works.