Before a leaking pipe leads to a flooded basement, ensure you have a main water shut off valve to control the flow of water into your building. Water main shut off valves, sometimes called emergency water shut off valves, cut off water flow to an entire home in the event of a plumbing catastrophe. If you need major plumbing work done, closing the water shut off valve allows the plumber to do their work without worrying about causing water damage. In an event of a pipe burst or flooding, it’s important to know how to shut off water to the house.
When it’s time for whole-building plumbing maintenance, you need a working water main shut off valve to ensure repairs don’t make a mess. But, just like any plumbing fixture, shut off valves can break or deteriorate. Mr. Rooter® Plumbing has years of expertise, so we can install or repair your new water main shut off and save you a big mess the next time you notice a leak.