Stop valves use a rubber gasket to shut off water flow, and must be installed in the correct direction to work properly. Gate ...

Plumbing emergencies can be both stressful and overwhelming. Fortunately, dealing with them is not a total impossibility. You ...

Turn standard stop valves several times clockwise to close. A ball-type valve requires only one-quarter turn. A shut off ball valve has a hole in the ball, which completely opens or closes with ...

Below-freezing temperatures have arrived in North Texas and are expected to stick around for a spell. Here's what can be done ...