A pipe burst

FirstTurn off the main water shutoff.

Shut off the water, stay away from wet electrical things, then call for help.

1. Find the main shutoff (basement, garage, crawl space, under the home, or outside by the foundation) and turn the handle to the right until it's snug. Source: Regional Water Providers¹
2. No shutoff, or it won't turn? Open all your faucets and flush the toilets to drain the pipes and lower the pressure. Source: Regional Water Providers¹
3. Stay away from electrical equipment if it's wet or you're standing in water. Source: Red Cross³
4. Call a plumber, or your landlord if you rent. Burst pipes inside your home or yard are the property owner's responsibility; a break in the street is the water provider's. Source: Regional Water Providers¹
5. Then contact your home or renters insurance. Source: Regional Water Providers¹ Take photos of the damage first.

When things calm down: Finding your water shutoff and breaker panel