Shut off the water to the leaking water valve. Unscrew the handle from the stem, lift the handle off, then loosen and remove ...

When a water pipe bursts or a plumbing emergency hits, knowing how to stop the flow of water into your home can save you from severe water damage and costly repairs. Whether you’ve just moved in or ...

Joyce M., in Fayetteville, Tennessee, had a good idea about shutting off the water if you are going to be away from your home for an extended period of time. An easier way to do this is to locate the ...

If you have a busted pipe, the first thing you need to do is shut off the water to your house and drain the pipes. Turning off the water to your house is usually as easy as turning a single handle or ...