Major Leak at Valve Box: Expose and Repair

Dig to Identify the Exact Failure Point

A gushing leak from a capped PVC pipe at the valve box requires full exposure. Dig carefully around the leak to see if it’s a loose fitting, cracked pipe, or failed glue joint. Once visible, cut out the damaged section and replace with new PVC using proper primer and cement. Don’t just tighten a cracked fitting—it will fail again.