Where can I get a new water shut off valve?

Get a replacement valve. Head over to your local hardware store and grab a replacement valve. Try to get a ball valve even if you currently have a gate valve. Ball valves are less prone to leaks and they last longer. Detach the water supply lines. There are a lot of pipes attached to your valve that bring water to it or to other areas of the house.

How to repair a multi turn valve stem?

I had an old multi-turn shut off valve (manufacturer unknown) with a metal stem and this repair kit worked great. Just remove the screw holding on the handle, then using an adjustable wrench remove the bonnet nut and turn the valve stem counterclockwise to remove.

How does a quarter turn water shut off valve work?

Multi-turn shut-off valve types have a handle that, when turned to tighten, forces a rubber gasket onto a seat in the middle of the valve that restricts water. Loosening the multi-turn handle allows water to flow through the valve. Quarter-turn valves are also operated by a handle on the valve stem.

Why does water shut off valve leak at stem?

Step by step instruction showing how to stop a shut off valve from leaking at the stem. Water shut off valves often leak at the handle or the stem after they have been turned. It’s easy to fix a bathroom sink, toilet or any other shut off valve that leaks through the stem after it’s been turned.

What is the dig 1 / 2 in.In line shut off valve?

The DIG 1/2 in. In-Line Shut-Off Valve is to allow full control to turn on or off the flow of 1/2 in. poly tubing. Installs easily with barbed inlet and outlet, providing a water tight seal without the use of glue. Turn valve 90° to stop the flow of water.

What does an in line shut off valve do?

In-Line Shut-Off Valve is to allow full control to turn on or off the flow of 1/2 in. poly tubing. Installs easily with barbed inlet and outlet, providing a water tight seal without the use of glue. Turn valve 90° to stop the flow of water.