Can a broken underground water line be repaired?
A cracked or severed underground water line is a vexing problem that few homeowners ever want to face. Much like a broken sewer pipe, a broken underground water line appears that it might be an expensive, time-consuming project that upsets your entire life. But it doesn’t have to be that way.
How often does a water line break in a house?
At most, a homeowner will deal with a water line break once in a lifetime. Most homeowners enter a state of stress, confusion and tend to panic as soon as they become aware of a broken pipe.
Who is responsible for a broken water line?
A general misconception is that a homeowner isn’t responsible for issues like this outside their home, but more often than not, they are.
What are the signs of a broken water line?
Signs of a broken water line or leaking water main. The most common sign in becoming aware of a water leak is observing a stream of water. The stream of water may become apparent through the foundation wall, showing up on your property or in the roadway.
Can a homeowners insurance cover a broken water line?
Just because someone carries homeowners insurance doesn’t mean it will cover the repair work necessary to fix the pipes. In almost all cases, homeowner’s insurance will only cover the damage the water (or sewage) did to the property, but it won’t cover the cost to repair the pipe (s).
Where to find a broken underground water line?
If your first hint was merely a high water bill, then you have a little bit of a task. In dry weather you can always locate 2 things–the first is the septic tank and the second is a broken underground waterline. Look where the grass is greener.
A general misconception is that a homeowner isn’t responsible for issues like this outside their home, but more often than not, they are.
What to do if your water line breaks?
About once a year the water company in your area will likely send a letter offering special insurance to protect homeowners in case a service pipe breaks. This is one option homeowners have to protect themselves. BUT, the insurance the water company offers isn’t the only option.
