Water main breaks can happen year-round, but they are most common during the winter due to several factors including: cold water temperatures, a pipe’s age or condition, freezing and thawing of the ground around the main, increased periods of demand; corrosion; pressure fluctuations caused by nearby breaks; and local construction activity. ...

If you suspect that your water main is broken, it’s crucial to act quickly and responsibly. In this blog, we’ll guide you through the signs of a broken water main, the immediate steps you should take, and the long-term actions necessary to resolve the issue. How Can A Water Main Break?

Sep 29, 2023 · Wilmington’s Department of Public Works has repaired a water main break that occurred Wednesday on Carr Road just north of the City boundary in northern New Castle County.

Dec 4, 2024 · Department of Public Works crews are working to repair a water main break outside the J. Caleb Boggs Federal Building, in the 800 block of N. King St. — a road heavily used to leave Wilmington.

In this article, we’ll take you through what to know about water use after a water main break so that you can keep yourself and anyone you live with safe while the main is in the middle of repairs. Why Do Water Mains Break? There are several reasons why a water main might break.

Sep 1, 2023 · Existing water mains can be made of iron, cement, and even wood. The number one reason that water main breaks happen so often is the age of the US’s water infrastructure.

Dec 24, 2024 · This guide on how to fix a water main break will provide an overview of the causes, signs, and steps to take when encountering a water main break, ensuring that you are prepared to handle such emergencies effectively and efficiently.

Nov 30, 2023 · What Causes a Water Main Break? How to Know the Water Main is Broken; What to Do When Your Water Main is Broken; What to Do After the Break. Flush Your Pipes; Filters; Dishwasher and Washing Machine; Final Thoughts; Call 1-Tom-Plumber

Signs of a water main break include low water pressure in your home or pooling or running of water on the street. Utilities can fix the problem in a few hours to a few days, but here’s what you can do as soon as the problem starts.

Wilmington’s Department of Public Works has repaired a water main break that occurred yesterday on Lea Boulevard between Pine and Market streets.