When pipes burst behind walls or under slabs, damage spreads fast. We handle demo, mitigation, structural repair, and finish work in one coordinated job.
Burst water pipe repair in Fort Lauderdale isn't just a plumbing issue — it's a structural emergency. When a pipe bursts inside or beneath a concrete slab, wall, or ceiling, the resulting water intrusion attacks the concrete and rebar immediately, creating damage that compounds rapidly if not addressed by qualified structural contractors. At Planet Construction FL, we specialize in the construction side of burst pipe response — the concrete demolition, structural assessment, rebar treatment, and full concrete restoration that brings your building back to pre-damage condition and prepares your insurance documentation properly.
Full 360° rebar undercut, mechanical rust descaling to bare metal, and cathodic zinc primer application.
Engineered multi-tier shoring towers safely support live and dead superstructure loads prior to chipping.
Turnkey threshold special inspections, concrete cylinder break tests, and final municipal certificate of completion.
A burst pipe is rarely just a plumbing problem. Within hours, water spreads into drywall, insulation, framing, and slabs — and within days, mold begins to form. Most homeowners end up juggling three or four contractors for plumbing, mitigation, structural, and finish work, with each one waiting on the next. The result is delays, gaps, and costs that spiral out of control.
We handle the entire job under one roof: emergency water mitigation, demolition of damaged materials, plumbing coordination, structural and substrate repair, and complete finish work. One project manager, one crew, one schedule — so nothing gets lost between contractors. You get back to normal faster, and the repair is documented for insurance from day one.
When a water pipe bursts inside a concrete structure, the construction response must begin as soon as the water source is controlled. Standing water and saturated concrete create immediate risks: rebar corrosion begins within days of moisture exposure, mold spores activate within 24–48 hours in South Florida's warm temperatures, and continued water movement can soften soil beneath slab foundations. Planet Construction FL responds quickly to burst pipe emergencies — assessing the full extent of water-affected concrete, identifying all damage zones, and beginning the controlled demolition and drying process that stops further deterioration and sets the stage for proper structural restoration.
SPECIALIZED DIVISION
Comprehensive repair protocols meeting Florida Building Code and structural engineering specifications.
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SURFACE PROTECTION
Seamless elastomeric barriers protecting underlying assemblies from South Florida salt-air and rain penetration.
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STRUCTURAL FRAMES
Engineered hydraulic load transfer towers, steel splice welds, and polymer micro-concrete jacketing.
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QUALITY CONTROL
On-site special inspector reviews, cylinder breaks, pull-off adhesion testing, and certificate of completion.
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EXTERIOR ENVELOPE
Stucco crack isolation, urethane expansion joint renewal, and coastal salt corrosion shielding systems.
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SUBTERRANEAN DEFENSE
Hydrophobic polyurethane and epoxy injection stopping subterranean water intrusion in elevator pits and foundations.
Request Leak Diagnostic →Water from a burst pipe takes every available pathway through a building — along rebar planes, through slab cracks, down column faces, and into wall cavities. A proper damage assessment after a pipe burst goes well beyond what is visibly wet. Planet Construction FL uses moisture meters and, where needed, thermal imaging to map all water-affected concrete and structural elements — including areas that appear dry at the surface but remain saturated within. Every affected rebar location is identified and evaluated for corrosion initiation. Concrete that has been saturated and rapidly dried — particularly in South Florida's heat — can develop microcracking and loss of bond that isn't visible but compromises long-term durability.
Concrete structural restorations intersect with waterproofing membranes, expansion joints, and municipal milestone permits. Dividing trades creates delays, finger-pointing, and voided warranties.
Separate concrete patchers, painters, and coating contractors frequently void each other's warranties. If water intrusion recurs, the waterproofer blames the concrete mortar while the mason blames the sealant.
John Kraja directly manages the entire structural restoration under dual state licenses (CGC1517295 & CCC1329271). In-house crews chip spalls, treat rebar, cast structural mortars, and apply warranted traffic coatings under single-source accountability.
We pull permits directly across Fort Lauderdale, Pompano Beach, Hollywood, Boca Raton, and Weston building departments. We coordinate engineering special inspections daily to prevent costly stop-work delays.
Once all damage is fully mapped, Planet Construction FL performs the concrete demolition needed to access the damaged pipe location and expose all deteriorated concrete. We saw-cut and remove only the concrete necessary to make the plumbing repair accessible — no unnecessary demolition. After the pipe repair is completed by the licensed plumber, we inspect all exposed concrete surfaces and rebar for corrosion before closing. Rebar treatment is applied as needed, and the concrete is restored using FDOT-approved repair mortars in the correct sequence of coats to match the original concrete profile. Finished concrete surfaces are textured and painted to match the surrounding area.
Technicians review engineer reports and conduct acoustical hammer sounding surveys to map hidden subsurface delaminations.
Erecting calibrated multi-tier hydraulic shoring towers and pulling municipal building department permits across South Florida.
Chipping concrete to 3/4-inch clearance around oxidized steel, sandblasting to bare metal (SSPC-SP 10), and applying cathodic zinc primer.
Scrubbing cementitious bonding slurry into SSD substrate, casting high-strength micro-concrete (>6,500 PSI), and controlling wet curing.
Applying elastomeric waterproofing barrier coats, performing flood testing, and securing final municipal building department permit sign-off.
Burst pipe damage in multi-family buildings, commercial buildings, and condominiums almost always involves insurance claims — and the quality of damage documentation directly affects claim outcomes. Planet Construction FL provides detailed written damage assessments, photographic documentation of every affected area before and after demolition, and completed repair scope documentation in the format required by insurance adjusters. Our reports are prepared to withstand adjuster review and, if necessary, support claims in dispute. We work with property owners and their insurance brokers to ensure that the full scope of concrete and structural damage is captured in the claim — not just the surface-visible items that a non-specialist inspector might document.
Phased construction logistics, resident notices, reserve study alignment, and direct engineer of record milestone recertification sign-offs.
Documented case studies showcasing engineered structural repairs across Broward and Palm Beach County properties.
Full-depth cantilevered balcony spall excavations, railing pocket re-anchoring, and multi-layer pedestrian traffic coatings for 48 units.
Extensive rebar replacement, micro-concrete form-and-pour jackets, and salt corrosion shielding for coastal high-rise assemblies.
Hydro-demolition of 6,500 sq ft delaminated deck concrete, heavy vehicular expansion joints, and polyurethane traffic membranes.
Clear answers regarding engineering specifications, municipal code compliance, and structural concrete restoration standards.
No — we focus exclusively on the concrete and structural restoration side of burst pipe damage. We work alongside the licensed plumber making the pipe repair, coordinating access and timing so the plumbing and concrete work proceed efficiently. If you need a plumber referral, we can connect you with licensed plumbing contractors we've worked with on previous projects.
We use moisture meters and probe testing to map the full extent of water-saturated concrete beyond the visually obvious damage zone. In some cases, thermal imaging reveals moisture pathways that aren't visible at the surface. We document the full extent of affected concrete before beginning demolition — which matters for both proper repair and complete insurance documentation.
Mold assessment and remediation in living spaces is handled by certified mold remediation companies — that is outside our scope. However, Planet Construction FL's concrete restoration work removes all damaged, moisture-contaminated concrete that could harbor mold growth, and our repairs restore a clean, dry substrate that supports proper mold remediation in adjacent spaces.
After the pipe is repaired and the area is dry enough for restoration work, concrete patching and finishing for a typical burst pipe repair location takes 3–7 days including mortar curing time. Larger damage events — a main supply line rupture affecting multiple units or floors — are scoped individually based on the actual extent of damage documented in our assessment.
Pipe burst? Call us first. We'll dispatch a team, coordinate mitigation, and start the repair process the same day.
Speak directly with John Kraja, Qualifying Contractor (CGC1517295 & CCC1329271). No salesmen, no middleman brokers. We respond within 15 minutes during business hours.
(754) 301-6747
