Service Brief
Burst Pipe Cleanup
Documentation, Drying & Repair Handoff
The plumber fixed the pipe. The water is still in the walls. S.W.A.T. Restoration handles the cleanup phase — moisture mapping, structural drying, insurance documentation, and reconstruction handoff — for burst pipe losses across Aledo, Fort Worth, Benbrook, Weatherford, and Willow Park.
- CertifiedIICRC Restoration
- InsuranceClaim ExperiencedReady
- Family-OwnedRight Here in DFW
- CoverageLicensed · Bonded · Insured · Bonded
When You Need This
The longer you wait,
the worse it gets.
When a supply line, fitting, or hose bib fails, a typical half-inch pipe discharges 4 to 8 gallons per minute. Discovered fast, the loss is contained. Discovered after hours — or after a DFW freeze event when a large share of homes fail at the same time — the water has already reached wall cavities, subfloor assemblies, and adjacent rooms. Stopping the leak and cleaning up the water are two different jobs. S.W.A.T. Restoration handles the second job: moisture mapping, structural drying to IICRC S500 standard, full insurance documentation, and coordination with reconstruction when drywall, flooring, or cabinetry need to be rebuilt.
Warning Signs
- Drywall that is soft, discolored, or bubbling after a supply line failure
- Wet hardwood or laminate flooring cupping or gapping after a pipe event
- Water staining on ceilings or walls from a second-story pipe or fitting failure
- Spongy subfloor beneath the leak area after standing water was mopped up
- Residual moisture in wall cavities identified with a moisture meter or thermal camera
- Musty odor appearing days after a pipe event that seemed minor at the time
- Cabinets or toe-kicks saturated by an under-sink supply line failure
- Multiple rooms affected after a freeze event with several simultaneous pipe failures
Mission Operations
How we execute
from call to close.
- 01.
Moisture Map
Find Everything the Leak Reached.
FLIR thermal imaging and calibrated moisture meters map the full extent of water migration — drywall, framing, subfloor, ceiling cavities, and adjacent rooms. Most burst pipe losses are larger than they appear on the surface. The moisture map becomes the foundation of the insurance scope and the drying plan.
- 02.
Classify & Document
Category 1 Water. Full Paper Trail.
Water from a clean supply line failure is Category 1 under IICRC S500 — the lowest contamination classification. S.W.A.T. Restoration documents the category, the point of origin, the affected materials, and the affected square footage in the format insurance adjusters expect. Photo documentation begins on arrival — before a single wet item is moved.
- 03.
Structural Drying
Dry the Framing, Not Just the Floor.
Phoenix LGR dehumidifiers and Dri-Eaz air movers are deployed in a calculated drying system. Injectidry interstitial drying equipment pushes dry air into wall cavities and subfloor assemblies where supply line water traveled. Daily moisture readings are logged at every monitoring point until materials reach the IICRC S500 dry standard for their class — typically 3 to 5 days for a single-zone residential loss.
- 04.
Reconstruction Handoff
Drying Complete. Rebuild Ready.
When readings confirm the structure is dry, S.W.A.T. Restoration produces the complete drying report and hands off to the reconstruction team — drywall, flooring, cabinetry, and paint match. The insurance documentation package follows the job through both phases. No gap between mitigation and repair.
Scope of Service
What’s included
in this service.
Every dispatch is fully equipped. Here’s what S.W.A.T. Restoration covers under Burst Pipe Cleanup.
- FLIR thermal imaging moisture map — full extent of water migration from pipe failure
- Calibrated moisture meter readings per material class per IICRC S500
- Category 1 water classification and origin-of-loss documentation
- Photo documentation of all affected areas before any material is disturbed
- Removal and disposal of wet drywall, insulation, and flooring as needed
- Phoenix LGR dehumidifiers and Dri-Eaz air movers — calculated drying system
- Injectidry interstitial drying for wall cavities and subfloor assemblies
- Daily moisture-content monitoring to IICRC S500 dry standard
- Under-cabinet and toe-kick drying for kitchen and bath supply line losses
- Content protection and staging during drying phase
- Full insurance documentation — moisture map, photo set, drying log, scope report
- Coordination with reconstruction crew for drywall, flooring, and finish repairs
Why S.W.A.T.
Built different.
For this exact problem.
Burst Pipe Cleanup Is Its Own Specialty — Not a Side Job.
- Moisture mapping before drying — not guessing at the extent of the loss
- IICRC S500 documentation built for adjuster review from hour one
- Aledo hub on FM 1187 covers Parker and Tarrant counties — under 60 minutes to most DFW addresses
DFW Freeze Events — S.W.A.T. Restoration Is Ready.
- Winter freeze pipe failures hit multiple homes simultaneously in Parker County
- Crew and equipment capacity for high-volume freeze-event dispatch
- Documentation separates your claim from the pile — adjuster-ready from arrival
Mitigation Through Reconstruction. One Point of Contact.
- Moisture map, drying, and rebuild handoff managed by the same team
- No dropped handoff between the mitigation crew and the reconstruction crew
- Dillon & Danielle Patterson — family-owned, accountable across every phase
Verified Reviews
Real homes.
Real results.
S.W.A.T. Restoration has responded to burst pipe cleanupcalls across Aledo, Fort Worth, and the DFW metroplex. Here's what it actually sounds like.
“We finally got this project wrapped up and could not be more happy with the finished product. Thank you Swat! And Project Manager that did an outstanding job Kolten.”
2Brothers Office2 months ago“I recently had the pleasure of working with S.W.A.T Restorations, and I couldn’t be more impressed with the entire experience. From start to finish, their team was professional, responsive, and truly cared about getting the job done right. What really stood out was the sales rep/project manager. He made the whole process smooth and stress-free—kept me informed every step of the way, answered all my questions, and made sure everything was handled exactly how it should be. It’s rare to find someone who actually follows through and communicates this well. The quality of work speaks for itself. Everything was completed on time, done right the first time, and exceeded my expectations. You can tell they take pride in what they do. If you’re looking for a company that’s honest, reliable, and delivers top-notch results, I highly recommend S.W.A.T Restorations. I wouldn’t hesitate to use them again or refer them to anyone.”
Timothy Dove (TadPole)2 months ago“Had these guys come out for some flooring/trim issues after my ac line backed up and they took care of it quickly. Wonderful service! Their customer service girl, Emily, was professional and a sweetheart. Would definetly do business with again”
Shaun Truex4 months ago
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Last updated: June 2026