Burst pipes and water leaks from appliances and fixtures can rapidly result in thousands of dollars in water damage to your home – and a sky high water bill. Quick action is key, before repair needs turn your home into a money pit. How can you prevent water damage headaches? It all starts with a little 4-1-1 on the water shut-off valves throughout your home.
There are several water shut-off valves around your home, allowing you to cut off water flow at the source before problems become titanic. Waiting until you need to break out flotation devices to find them is a bad idea. It is extremely important for you and everyone in your home to know where your home’s water shut-off valves are and how to use them BEFORE disaster occurs.
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These valves top the “most commonly used” list, and are nearly always located in the open right under the toilet tank. Look for the oval-shaped valve knob.
Sink valves are typically located just under the sink, toward the rear and near the bottom of the cabinet.
Washer shut-off valves are typically just behind or above the washer, with one each for hot and cold supply lines.
Refrigerators with water dispensers and icemakers as well as dishwashers SHOULD also have a water shut-off valve, but some may not. For dishwashers, look for a second valve on the hot water supply line (the one under your kitchen sink) that has a horizontal pipe leading away from it. For refrigerators, it’s usually located at the wall at the back of the refrigerator – sometimes hidden in a panel. Valves MIA? Check the attic/basement ceiling directly above/below the appliance.
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Locate the water shut-off valve a few inches above the top of the heater.
Your main water shut-off valve may be located in several places:
The water shut-off valve will typically be located on a wall near the front of the house.
Look for the valve near the water heater or in the garage, where water lines enter your home.
If you can’t find the water shut-off valve in those locations, check outside near the street in your water meet box – that covered box buried in the ground. If you still can’t find it, it’s time to enlist a professional.
Once you located the valve, use your hands or the appropriate tool to turn off the water supply. This will depend upon the type of valve.
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Does finding your water shut-off valve have you feeling like Indiana Jones? Rainbow Restoration® can help you through all your misadventures. Contact us today.
For Further Reading:
How to Prevent and Handle a Flooded Basement
Prevent a Flood: Check Your Toilets and Sinks
Prevent a Flood: Check Your Dishwasher
Prevent a Flood: Check Your Water Heater
Source: https://gardencourte.com
Categories: Kitchens
This post was last modified on 13/10/2023 13:55
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