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Emergency · Updated 2026-06-20

Emergency Home Repair Guide

Save this page. The first 10 minutes of any home emergency matter more than the next 24 hours.

Burst pipe

  • Shut off the main water valve immediately
  • Open faucets to drain the system
  • Catch water with buckets and towels
  • Call a plumber, then your insurance

Power loss

  • Check the breaker before calling the utility
  • Unplug sensitive electronics
  • Keep fridge/freezer closed

Gas smell

  • Leave immediately — don't flip switches
  • Call the gas company from outside
  • Don't return until cleared

Active roof leak

  • Catch water with buckets and tarp the interior
  • Drill a small hole in a bulging ceiling to relieve pressure
  • Document with photos
  • Call a roofer same day

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