With a burst pipe in a Peachtree Corners home, close the main shutoff and keep away from wet electrical. A plumber can replace the failed section and inspect the rest of the run. Call the number on this page to be connected with a local plumber in Peachtree Corners.
Peachtree Corners homes and Gwinnett water
About 65% of homes in Peachtree Corners were built between 1980 and 1999, and the median dates to 1989. That makes many supply lines, fittings and shutoff valves 25 years old or more, and freeze stress tends to find the weakest of them. Subdivisions off Spalding Drive and Holcomb Bridge Road often have lines in attics, garages and crawl spaces.
Water comes from Gwinnett County's Department of Water Resources, which maintains the meter and the small pipe from the main to it. The private service line, the entire sewer lateral and any backflow preventer belong to the owner. Report a break at the meter to Gwinnett's 24-hour line at 678.376.7000. The city, not the county, issues building and trade permits, through BS&A Online. When the water is off for a repair, it is a good time to replace an old main valve that no longer closes fully.
Which fix fits the damage
| What the plumber finds | Usual fix |
|---|---|
| One split in otherwise sound pipe | Section repair |
| Brittle original fittings near the break | Replace fittings and nearby pipe |
| Repeat freeze in an attic or garage run | Repair, then insulate or reroute |
| Leak on the private service line | Excavate and repair or replace |
| Seized or leaking main shutoff valve | Replace the valve while the water is off |
Warning signs to act on
- Taps that sputter or barely run after a hard freeze
- Ceiling drywall that sags, bubbles or turns soft
- A jet of water from an exposed line, or a steady pour from a cabinet
- Paint bubbling or peeling on a wall that shares a plumbing run
- Soggy ground, a sinkhole or a puddle between the meter and the foundation
- The sound of water moving behind drywall with nothing turned on
- Flooring that buckles, warps or feels spongy underfoot
Seasonal notes
Most freeze damage around Atlanta follows a run of nights well below freezing, especially with wind. Pipes in vented crawl spaces and on exterior walls are the usual casualties. Dripping faucets, opening cabinets and keeping the heat steady help, and so does knowing where the main valve is before the forecast turns.
Burst Pipe Repair questions in Peachtree Corners
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