Main Water Shut Off Valve
Plumbing Service
About Main Water Shut Off Valve’s
Its always a good idea to know where your Main Shut Off Valve is located as it can avoid a big, expensive mess. The location of the main water shutoff valve can vary by house. Sometimes they’re located in the basement, near the front wall of the house, but they can also be located in a closet near the front door, or even outside of the house itself.
FAQ
What Is A Main Shut Off Valve?
A water shut-off is a primary control that turns off the water supply to your bathroom and kitchen plumbing. For example, it prevents flooding when you are planning to repair a fixture such as a faucet or toilet or when you are faced with a plumbing emergency, like a leak from a water heater or supply line.
Is A Main Shut Off Valve Needed?
All homes are required to have a Main Water Shut Off Valve that cuts off water to the entire house.
Is It Worth Replacing?
A Main Shut Off Valve plays an important role in cutting off water to the entire house. In the case of a plumbing emergency, a Main Shut Off Valve could prevent flooding that would otherwise cause serious damage to your home.
Common Water Shut Off Issues
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Shut-Off Valve Leaking
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Stuck Water Shut-Off Valve
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Bursting Pipes
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Old Plumbing Fixtures
CONTACT EMS GENERAL CONTRACTORS TODAY
Having problems with your Main Shut Off Valve? Call us and we’ll take a look. Make sure your Shut Off is always in working order. You never know when a plumbing emergency will arise.
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