Wafer Check Valve leak detectors and automatic shut-off valves will help to prevent water damage from a leaking washer pipe connection, hot water tank, or a burst water supply pipe. Each valve will contain a sensing valve. A sensor can be installed in a particular spot where a leak may occur. There are also sensing devices that measure the duration of the water spill, the spill rate, or detect a particular appliance that needs the water supply line shut off.
Every homeowner should know where their valves are located and how to use the valves. Newer homes will have emergency shut-off valves for every fixture and appliance. However, older homes may not have the shut-off valves so homeowners should have a plumber install them. It will help minimize damage from flooding as they will be able to quickly shut off the valve thereby saving such items as carpets, floors, furniture, and other important items.
Part of the responsibility of home ownership is maintaining its vital systems, which includes the plumbing. You should understand and know where the essential components of the plumbing are such as the
shut off valve in order to prevent a huge expense and the loss of important and personally meaningful items in the home.