Plumbing tips:
Finding Your Water Meter and Main Shutoff Valve
The shutoff valve is usually found where the main water supply pipe
enters the house, next to or very close to the water meter.
The main shutoff for the house is normally a valve near the main water
supply pipe that can be turned on and off by hand.
Check your water meter during a period of time when no water is being
used. Make a note of the meter reading and check it a few hours later.
If the meter has moved, it may indicate you have an undetected water
leak, which should be corrected.
Annual Maintenance for Water Heaters
Once a year, drain several gallons of water from the tank to flush your
water heater. Flushing will remove sediment buildup that can cause
corrosion and reduce heating efficiency.
Check your temperature setting on the thermostat; it should be set to
120°F. Lowering the temperature setting lowers your energy use,
reduces risk of damage to your tank caused by overheating and prevents
scalding.
Test the pressure relief valve by putting a bucket under the relief valve
drainpipe, lift up on the relief valve lever and let it snap back to the
closed position. The valve should allow a burst of water into the
drainpipe. If not, call a professional to have a new valve installed.
Additional Tips
To prevent sewer gases from backing up into your home through your
basement floor drain or other infrequently used drains, periodically pour a
bucket of water down the drain to keep the trap seal full.
Check your washing machine hoses for bulges or leaks. Replace any hose
showing signs of weakness.
NEVER store flammable liquids such as gasoline, adhesives or solvents
near the water heater, furnace or other gas-fired appliance as they may
ignite.
Prevent frozen water lines by removing, draining and storing outdoor
hoses. Close any inside valves that supply water to outdoor hose bibs.
Open the outside hose bibs and allow the water to drain. Keep the
outside hose bib valve open to allow any remaining water in the pipe to
expand without causing the pipe to break.
Even a slow drip can waste several gallons of water a day.
Check your toilet to ensure that it is not leaking. Remove the tank lid
and add food coloring to the water in the tank. Check the bowl in ten to
fifteen minutes. If you see color in the bowl, this would indicate a leak.
NOTE: If you feel uncomfortable performing any of the above tips,
contact your licensed plumber.
Finding Your Water Meter and Main Shutoff Valve
The shutoff valve is usually found where the main water supply pipe
enters the house, next to or very close to the water meter.
The main shutoff for the house is normally a valve near the main water
supply pipe that can be turned on and off by hand.
Check your water meter during a period of time when no water is being
used. Make a note of the meter reading and check it a few hours later.
If the meter has moved, it may indicate you have an undetected water
leak, which should be corrected.
Annual Maintenance for Water Heaters
Once a year, drain several gallons of water from the tank to flush your
water heater. Flushing will remove sediment buildup that can cause
corrosion and reduce heating efficiency.
Check your temperature setting on the thermostat; it should be set to
120°F. Lowering the temperature setting lowers your energy use,
reduces risk of damage to your tank caused by overheating and prevents
scalding.
Test the pressure relief valve by putting a bucket under the relief valve
drainpipe, lift up on the relief valve lever and let it snap back to the
closed position. The valve should allow a burst of water into the
drainpipe. If not, call a professional to have a new valve installed.
Additional Tips
To prevent sewer gases from backing up into your home through your
basement floor drain or other infrequently used drains, periodically pour a
bucket of water down the drain to keep the trap seal full.
Check your washing machine hoses for bulges or leaks. Replace any hose
showing signs of weakness.
NEVER store flammable liquids such as gasoline, adhesives or solvents
near the water heater, furnace or other gas-fired appliance as they may
ignite.
Prevent frozen water lines by removing, draining and storing outdoor
hoses. Close any inside valves that supply water to outdoor hose bibs.
Open the outside hose bibs and allow the water to drain. Keep the
outside hose bib valve open to allow any remaining water in the pipe to
expand without causing the pipe to break.
Even a slow drip can waste several gallons of water a day.
Check your toilet to ensure that it is not leaking. Remove the tank lid
and add food coloring to the water in the tank. Check the bowl in ten to
fifteen minutes. If you see color in the bowl, this would indicate a leak.
NOTE: If you feel uncomfortable performing any of the above tips,
contact your licensed plumber.
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