Pipe breaks and slab leaks · Lewisville, TX
Burst Pipe Water Damage in Lewisville, TX
A broken pipe can release hundreds of gallons before you find it. We handle burst pipe water damage in Lewisville, TX day and night: extraction, drying, and repairs after your plumber fixes the line.
- Answered 24/7
- Water extraction on arrival
- Thermal imaging leak tracing
- Insurance claim help
Pipe burst? Your first 30 minutes
- Minute 1 to 5Close the main shutoff. In most homes it sits in a box near the curb or where the line enters the house. Open a low faucet to drain pressure.
- Minute 5 to 10Turn off breakers for wet rooms if you can reach the panel without standing in water. Move rugs, electronics, and papers up and away.
- Minute 10 to 20Take photos and video of the break, the water, and damaged items. Call your insurance carrier for a claim number.
- Minute 20 to 30Call us at (940) 274-9880 for burst pipe water cleanup, and call a licensed plumber to repair the line.
We are the water side of the job. A plumber fixes the pipe itself, while our crew removes the water, dries the structure, and rebuilds what had to come out.
Local plumbing
Why pipes break in Lewisville homes
The age of your house says a lot about which pipe will fail.
| House era | Typical supply pipe | How it tends to fail |
|---|---|---|
| 1960s to 1970s, Old Town and central | Galvanized steel or early copper | Rust from the inside, pinholes, leaks at threaded joints |
| 1980s to 1990s, most of the city | Copper, CPVC, some polybutylene | Brittle CPVC fittings, gray poly lines cracking, aging supply hoses |
| 2000s and newer | PEX | Loose crimp fittings, attic lines freezing in hard cold |
| Any age on slab | Copper or PEX under concrete | Slab leaks as clay soil shifts and rubs lines |
About 43% of Lewisville’s housing was built between 1980 and 1999, so the middle row describes a lot of local homes. Polybutylene was used across the country until the mid 1990s and is known for cracking at fittings.
Freeze risk
What Winter Storm Uri taught Lewisville
In February 2021, days of hard freeze split pipes across North Texas. On February 18, Lewisville put the city under a boil water notice after system pressure dropped below 20 PSI.
Pipes in exterior walls, garages, and attics are the ones that freeze. Many homes built in the last 20 years run PEX through the attic, which is fine most winters but exposed in a deep freeze. A frozen pipe often does not leak until it thaws, so damage can show up a day later.
For more on getting ready before the next freeze, read our guide to winter pipe burst risks.
Our work
How we handle burst pipe water cleanup in Lewisville
Trace the water
Thermal cameras and moisture meters show how far water ran under flooring, behind cabinets, and into the room next door.
Extract
We pull water from carpet, pad, and hard floors, and check the slab or subfloor underneath.
Open and dry
We cut drywall above the wet line, drill cavities if needed, and set up air movers and dehumidifiers.
Put it back
Once readings hit dry standard, we replace drywall, baseboards, and flooring and match the paint.
24/7 Emergency Line
Pipe broke in Lewisville?
Shut off the main, then call (940) 274-9880. We answer 24/7.
Cost and insurance for a burst pipe
A sudden pipe break is one of the losses a standard homeowners policy most often covers. The pipe repair itself may not be covered, but the water damage it caused usually is. Slow leaks that went on for months are commonly denied, so dated photos and moisture readings matter.
Your cost depends on how long the water ran, whether it reached more than one room, the type of flooring, and whether cabinets or a ceiling got wet. Clean water from a supply line is Category 1. If it sits for a few days or mixes with dirt, it can become Category 2, which takes more removal. Get a ballpark with our water damage cost calculator.
Why Lewisville homeowners call us
- Live dispatch at 3 a.m. A person answers, not a voicemail.
- Short drive. We aim to be on site in about 60 minutes from Denton.
- IICRC S500 drying. Daily logs show the adjuster when the house was actually dry.
- Repairs included. No hunting for a separate drywall and flooring crew.
Lewisville Building Services handles permits for plumbing repairs that go beyond a simple fix, like rerouting lines or replacing a large run of pipe. Your plumber will know when one is needed. Drying and cleanup do not require a permit.
Other services
More water damage help in Lewisville
See our main burst pipe water damage service page or the Lewisville restoration overview. Neighbors can find the same help in Carrollton, Little Elm, and Denton.
FAQ
Burst pipe questions
Do you repair the broken pipe too?
No. A licensed plumber repairs or replaces the pipe. We handle the water damage: extraction, drying, mold prevention, and rebuilding walls and floors. We can start drying the moment the water is off.
How do I know if I have a slab leak?
Warm spots on the floor, a water bill that jumps, the sound of running water with every tap closed, or damp carpet near an interior wall are common signs. A plumber confirms it with leak detection.
How long does drying take after a pipe burst?
Usually 3 to 5 days. Hardwood, tile over a wet slab, or water trapped inside cabinets can take longer.
My pipe froze but is not leaking. What should I do?
Leave the faucet open, keep the area warm, and watch it as it thaws. Many pipes split while frozen and only leak once the ice melts. Know where your main shutoff is before that happens.
Is it safe to clean up a burst pipe myself?
Small amounts of clean water on a hard floor are fine to mop up. Stop if water reached outlets, soaked the ceiling, or ran under flooring or into walls. That hidden water is what leads to mold and warped floors.