Drain Cleaning
Slow, gurgling or backed-up drains in kitchens, bathrooms and basements.
In Business Since 1993
Burst and Frozen Pipe Repair in Columbus, OH
When a pipe splits, water moves fast. Shut off your main and call us, day or night. We find the break, repair it and point out the other pipes at risk. From our office on West Goodale Boulevard.
What to Do When a Pipe Bursts
Do these three things while we're on the way:
1. Shut Off the Main
In most Columbus homes, the main valve is in the basement where the water line comes through the wall, near the meter. Turn it clockwise.
2. Stay Clear of Wet Electrical
If water is near outlets, appliances or the panel, stay out of it. Shut off power only if you can do it safely.
3. Call Us 24/7
Tell us where the water is coming from and we'll take it from there.
Signs of a Burst Pipe
A split pipe in a wall or ceiling often shows up quietly:
On Walls and Ceilings
- Stains spreading on plaster or drywall.
- Paint bubbling or peeling.
- Drywall that sags or feels soft.
On Floors
- Hardwood that cups or buckles.
- Wet carpet in the basement with no clear source.
- Water seeping from under cabinets.
Around Exposed Pipes
- A hiss near a pipe.
- Spraying or dripping at a joint.
- Puddles under pipes in a crawl space.
Other Clues
- A sudden jump in the water bill.
- Running water sounds with everything off.
- A drop in water pressure.
Water coming from a wall or ceiling? Shut off the main and call us 24/7, even if you're not sure it's a burst pipe.
Signs a Pipe Is Frozen
A frozen pipe usually gives you a warning first:
Nothing From the Faucet
No water, or just a trickle, on a frigid morning means the line feeding it is frozen.
Frost on the Pipe
Frost on pipes in a crawl space, garage or basement corner means it's close to freezing solid.
A Bulge or Small Split
Ice has already stretched the pipe. It may hold until it thaws, then leak.
Think a pipe is frozen? Leave the faucet open, never use a flame to thaw it and call before it thaws and splits.
Why Pipes Freeze in Columbus Homes
Columbus winters aren't the coldest in the Midwest, but they swing hard between deep freezes and quick thaws. That swing is what splits pipes.
Crawl Spaces and Additions
Older homes often have additions or back rooms over crawl spaces. Pipes under those floors sit in cold air and freeze first.
Outdoor Spigots
A hose left on the spigot traps water in the line inside the wall. It freezes, splits the pipe and leaks when the weather warms.
Older Pipe Materials
About 1 in 4 Columbus homes was built before 1960. Galvanized and older copper lines are thinner after decades, so a freeze is more likely to split them.
The J. Blanton Difference614-547-6516
What Happens When You Call J. Blanton
Here's what to expect once we're at your door.
1. Find Every Break
A freeze rarely splits just one spot, so we trace the line and check nearby pipes.
2. A Flat Price for the Repair
One number before work begins, and we'll document the cause for your insurance if you need it.
3. Protect the Rest
We'll point out pipes at risk and what protects them: insulation, rerouting or a freeze-resistant spigot.
Customer Stories
Burst Pipe Repair Reviews
4.7 stars from 5,669+ Google reviews across all J. Blanton locations.
★★★★★
"Edgar was helpful and very knowledgeable about our broken pipe!"
★★★★★
"Im back here again, writing another review ! arrived at 8 , and out by 10, fixed our burst pipe for our outdoor spigot. Thank you Anthony C ! promp, polite , professional, and fast !"
★★★★★
"Edgar Herrera was a stellar representative for J Blanton’s. He addressed the broken water pipe in an efficient, timely manner. He offered approximate next steps. Definitely 5 stars!"
Got Questions?
Burst Pipe Questions From Columbus Homeowners
Disconnect hoses, keep the heat on, open cabinets on outside walls and let a faucet drip on the coldest nights.
Disconnect garden hoses and shut off and drain outdoor spigots in the fall. Keep the heat on when you travel. On the coldest nights, open sink cabinets on outside walls and let a faucet drip. Insulating pipes in crawl spaces and garages helps too.
Keep the faucet open, never use an open flame, and call before it splits.
Keep the faucet open so water can flow once it thaws. Never use an open flame to thaw a pipe. If you can't find the frozen section, or it's inside a wall, call us before it splits.
Sudden bursts are often covered. Check your policy. We can document the cause.
A sudden, accidental pipe burst is often covered by a standard policy, while damage from a slow leak or lack of maintenance may not be. Check your policy or ask your insurer. We can document the cause of the break, which may support your claim.
It depends on where the break is and how hard it is to reach. You get a flat price first.
It depends on where the break is, how much wall or ceiling has to open, the pipe material and how much pipe needs replacing. We give you a flat-rate price before any work begins, and financing is available.
Annual Protection Plan
Join the No Drip Club
Most plumbing problems start small. The No Drip Club brings a J. Blanton plumber to your home for regular maintenance, so small issues get caught before they turn into big repairs.
- Two Free Professional Maintenance Visits per Year
- 10% Discount on All General Plumbing & Sewer Services
- 5-Year Parts and Labor Warranty on Approved Projects
- VIP Priority Scheduling Status (Skip the Queue)
What We Fix
Plumbing Services in Columbus
Learn More
Sewer Repair
Tree roots, cracked clay pipe and repeat backups in the line from your house to the street.
Water Heaters
Repair and replacement for tank and tankless water heaters that leak, make noise or run out of hot water too fast.
Sump Pumps
Sump pump repair, replacement and battery backups to keep your basement dry through heavy rain.
Toilets & Fixtures
Running toilets, leaky faucets and new fixture installs for kitchens and bathrooms.
Emergency Plumbing
Burst pipes, sewer backups and no hot water, any time of day or night.
Local Office, 24/7 Phone
Pipe Burst? Shut Off the Main and Call Us.
Our Columbus office is at 1387 W. Goodale Blvd, and our phone line is open 24/7.
We also serve Grandview Heights, Upper Arlington, Clintonville, Victorian Village, German Village, Bexley, Hilliard, Dublin and more.
Need a Plumber?Call our Columbus Office
Call Now