When the weather gets colder in Albany, NY, you need to take precautions to avoid any bursting pipes. But what do you do when one occurs? Take these steps if it happens to you so you can get your home back as soon as possible. 

• Turn off the water right away. If you have realized that your pipes have frozen over, even if you do not have a water leak yet, you should go ahead and turn off the water. When the pipes defrost, the liquid will come through the pipes where they have broken because of the expanding water.
• Call a plumber immediately. After you have shut off the water, make sure you get someone out to repair the pipes as soon as possible. A professional will know what to do and can help take care of the issue for you in no time at all.
• If you have had a water leak, be sure to call someone who can clean up the water and treat your home for mold. If water has escaped into your home, you may have water damage and you have the possibility of mold so you will want to get this treated right away so you can avoid a costly mold removal later. 

Prevention is the best way to avoid this from happening, but if it ever does happen, now you know the right steps to take to fix it. If you are looking for home insurance to protect you if your pipes do burst, be sure to contact our office, serving Albany, NY, today. We will take a look at your current policy to ensure there are no gaps in coverage and even get you quotes to see if we can find a better policy at a better price. 

Contact NY Twin Bridges Insurance Agency in Albany, NY today for free home insurance quotes.