Emergency Water Leak Detection in Lynnwood, WA
- No-dig detection
- Written findings
- Lynnwood and Snohomish County
If water is running where it should not, act first, then call. These steps limit damage while we get a technician moving.
Do this right now
- Shut off the main valve at the house. If it will not turn, shut off at the meter (use the proper key; the meter box belongs to the utility).
- Turn off the water heater if the leak could drain the tank.
- Move valuables, photograph damage for insurance.
- Call us, and your water provider if water is flowing from the street side of the meter.
What we do on an urgent visit
We confirm the leak with a meter and pressure test, locate it from the surface and give you repair options. Related: service line leak detection.
Know your shut-offs
Most houses have a main shut-off where the line enters (often in a garage, basement or utility closet) and a valve at the meter. Ball valves close with a quarter turn of the lever; gate valves take several turns clockwise. Test yours once a year so it works when you need it.
When it is the utility’s emergency
If water is bubbling from the street, running from the meter box or flooding the sidewalk, it is likely on the utility side. Call your water provider’s emergency line. Leaks past the meter on your property are the owner’s to repair.
Safety
Keep away from electrical panels, outlets and appliances that water has reached. If water is near electrical equipment, shut off power only if you can do so safely from a dry spot, or call an electrician.
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Frequently asked questions
Is service available at night?
Availability depends on the technician on call. Call the number above to confirm current hours.
Should I dig it up myself?
No. Digging without a locate risks hitting gas, power or other lines. Call 811 and let us mark the leak first.
Who pays for emergency water damage?
That depends on your policy and the cause. Photograph the damage and contact your insurer promptly.