Emergency Shutoffs
Water Shutoff
Knowing your main water shutoff location can limit damage during an active leak.
Safety first
Never touch a shutoff surrounded by standing water near electrical outlets, panels, or appliances. Call 911 or our emergency line.
Step-by-step instructions
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Locate your main water shutoff now—before an emergency—often near the water heater, in a basement, or in a utility closet.
- 2
For a single fixture, use the smaller valve beneath the sink or behind the toilet.
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Turn the valve clockwise (to the right) to shut the water off.
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Never touch a valve while standing in water near outlets or appliances.
- 5
After stopping the flow, submit an emergency request or call the emergency line.
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