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Valves

When it comes to plumbing, pipes get all the glory. But valves are important, too.

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How to Fix a Leaking Shutoff Valve

Fix a leaking shutoff valve and save yourself the cost of a visit from the plumber.

1951 Family Handyman Feature: Be Your Own Plumber

In honor of Family Handyman's 70th anniversary, we're sharing some throwbacks. Check out these DIY...

Expert Tips for an Easy Faucet Installation

We caught up with Joe Barnes, a second-generation master plumber with more than 30 years...

Plumbing Valve Basics

Is one type better than the other?

Stop Plumbing Leaks With Ball-Type Shutoff Valves

Choose ball-type valves when replacing toilet or sink shutoff valves

How to Repack a Stem Seal on a Street Valve

You can add new packing in minutes without turning off the water

How to Replace a Shutoff Valve

Stop under-sink leaks with this 30-minute fix.

Install a Valve for an Icemaker

Prevent leaks with a better supply valve

Fixing a Water-Shutoff Valve Leak

Solution to a leak around the water valve shut-off handle

How to Locate Your Gas Shutoff Valve and Water Shutoff Valve

How to find and operate shutoff valves for gas and water pipes.

Why You Should Freeze Pipes on Purpose

Most homeowners are concerned with how to keep pipes from freezing during the winter. But consider...

Home Repair: How to Replace the Main Shut Off Valve

Stop that drip for good

Silence a Noisy Check Valve

Special check valves reduce pipe noise

Fix a Leaky Shut Off Valve

This simple fix only takes a minute

Fix a Leaky Shutoff With a Supply Valve Piggyback

An easy alternative to shutting off the main water supply

Do it right, do it yourself!