Simulator — practice and planning only

Leak Situation Simulator

Practice calm decisions when you see unexpected water in your home.

Scenario: You notice water where it should not be. It might be under a sink, near a toilet, on the floor, near an appliance, or coming from above.

Leaks feel urgent. The goal of this simulator is to slow down, choose safe next steps, and know when to stop — not to fix everything yourself.

Where do you see water?

Is water actively flowing?

Is water near electricity (outlets, panels, appliances)?

Do you see sagging, mold, sewage, or soft flooring?

Are you in an apartment or shared building?

Answer the first three questions to run the simulation.

Leak Situation Simulator Checklist

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Stayed calm and assessed the situation before touching anything

Checked for water near electricity — did not touch if yes

Did not touch electrical devices in or near wet areas

Determined whether water is actively flowing

Noted location and observed without touching affected area

Turned off water to affected fixture if shutoff was accessible and safe

Did not attempt to open walls, ceilings, or pipe connections

Checked for sagging, mold, or soft flooring from a safe distance

Notified building management if in apartment/shared building

Took photos for documentation if safe to do so

Opened Leak Triage Helper or Water Shutoff Helper for next steps

This was a simulator practice — not a real diagnosis

This simulator is for practice and planning only. It does not diagnose problems, replace emergency services, or replace licensed professionals. In any real emergency, stop and call for qualified help immediately.

Know When to Call a Pro

Call qualified help for active leaks, ceiling leaks, water near electricity, sewage, mold, water heater leaks, or if you are unsure.

See full safety guide →