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TM Hughes & Son

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Mains Stopcock

Mains Stopcock installation & replacement in Chelmsford, Essex.

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Ensure your Mains Stopcock works in case you need to shut off the water in the event of a leak.

Your mains stopcock is very important it controls the main flow of water into your home. If you ever have a plumbing emergency like a burst pipe, the mains water supply needs to be shut off with the stopcock as quickly as possible to minimise damage.

You should ensure your home has at least one stopcock; most homes have a stopcock inside the home and outside the home. Most newer homes will have an external stopcock outside. Some older properties will share an external stopcock, so if you shut it off, you could be shutting your neighbours off as well. External stopcocks should only be turned on and off with the correct tools.

Internal Stopcocks are usually located underneath the kitchen sink. You should make sure you know where the stopcock is and that it turns and closes. Stopcocks get very little attention and can seize up, which means the mains water can’t be shut off, essential in an emergency. If your Stopcock is not under your kitchen sink, then it’s likely located elsewhere on your property. Make sure you know where it is.

Common Stopcock Problems

Leaking and seizing are common stopcock problems that should be seen too. Leaking and Seizing can be repaired very quickly (depending on the age and condition of the Stopcock). In instances where the stopcock can’t be released, it should be replaced. When replacing a stopcock, the mains water has to be turned off at the external stopcock, or the mains pipes have to be temporarily frozen.

If you require a Stopcock Repair or Replacement, please contact us using the phone numbers or contact form below.

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