Burst Pipe Repair in Fontana, CA

What the call looks like

The number on this page connects you with an independent plumber who covers Fontana. Be ready to say:

• Where the water is coming from, whether that's a wall, a ceiling, the yard or the water heater
• Whether you have the main closed, and whether the water stopped once you did
• The pipe material if you can see it, such as copper, gray or white plastic, flexible PEX or older steel
• Which water provider bills you, because Fontana has several

On site, the plumber finds the break, removes the damaged length, installs new pipe and fittings, and restores pressure slowly while checking for any other weak spots.

Cost factors

• How much wall, ceiling or flooring has to come open to reach the break
• Whether the failure sits under the slab or in the buried line from the meter
• The materials being joined, since older steel needs transition fittings
• Whether a permit is needed from Fontana Building & Safety
• After-hours or holiday timing

Fontana specifics worth knowing

The City says water service in Fontana comes from five companies, each covering a defined area: Fontana Water Company, Cucamonga Valley Water District, West Valley Water District, Marygold Mutual and Crawford Canyon Mutual. The City suggests calling Fontana Water Company first if you aren't sure who serves your address. Fontana Water Company lists customer service at (909) 822-2201 and a 24-hour emergency number at (909) 428-8746.

Fontana Water Company also says the angle stop and meter valve are company property, and customers should shut water off at their own gate valve instead. Many homes have that valve near the front hose bib or where the line enters the house, sometimes next to a pressure regulator. Find yours before an emergency.

The median home here was built around 1989, according to city-stats.com, so copper and plastic lines are common. Bursts often start at fittings, flexible connectors and lines in hot attics and garages.

Before the plumber arrives

1. Confirm the gate valve is fully closed and the water has stopped.
2. Turn off the breaker if water is near the panel or outlets, but only if you can reach it while standing on dry ground.
3. Open a low faucet outside to drain the lines.
4. Photograph the damage and move valuables out of the wet area.
5. Clear a path to the break, the water heater and the gate valve.