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How to Fix a Burst Pipe
It helps to have a pipe clamp on hand, just in case a pipe bursts'especially if you live in a climate where pipes are likely to freeze. You can buy these quick-repair, screw-on devices at any home improvement store.

1) Shut off the valve that controls water flow to the damaged pipe.

2) Apply a pipe clamp. In a pinch, you can make one by wrapping the burst section with a strip of rubber (from an inner tube, for example) and then clamping the wrap with an adjustable hose clamp, a pipe-sleeve clamp, or a C-clamp.

3) Call a plumber if you are unable to replace the damaged section of pipe yourself.

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