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Bath Fitter

4.81(
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Bath Fitter

4.81(
183
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 98% of Angi customers
Recommended by 98% of HomeAdvisor customers
25 years of experience

Bath Fitter of St. Louis is your trusted partner for bathroom remodeling, offering custom bathtub and shower solutions that combine style, durability, and convenience. With over 40 years of experience and millions of installations nationwide, we’ve earned the confidence of homeowners across the region. Our exclusive PermaFit™ system allows us to install premium tubs and showers over your existing setup, often in as little as one day, without the mess of demolition. We specialize in bathtub replacements, shower installations, tub-to-shower conversions, and walk-in showers, all backed by a lifetime warranty. Every project is completed by our own factory-trained Bath Fitter professionals—never subcontractors—ensuring quality craftsmanship from start to finish. Whether you want to modernize your bathroom, improve accessibility, or refresh your space, Bath Fitter St. Louis delivers seamless, low-maintenance solutions homeowners can rely on.

"Bath Fitter did an amazing job upgrading our shower. We had tile, but we were having so many problems with cracks in the tile and the grout cracking and causing leaks that we were recaulking every 6 months, to the point the shower became unusable. Bath Fitter gave us a competitive quote. The install took a full day. The shower is a larger custom size but they handled it like pros. They knocked out all the tile and green board down to the studs, took out the original flooring, reworked the plumbing, then went to work installing everything. They got done late in the evening but the shower looked amazing. We had to wait a few days for the caulk to cure, and we waited a full week just to make sure it was fully set, but we loved it right away. We chose the Delta 2 in 1 Hydrorain shower head and instantly loved it. The best part? Our shower no longer leaks! Very happy with Bath Fitter’s work."

Rod B on November 2025

Bath Fitter of St. Louis is your trusted partner for bathroom remodeling, offering custom bathtub and shower solutions that combine style, durability, and convenience. With over 40 years of experience and millions of installations nationwide, we’ve earned the confidence of homeowners across the region. Our exclusive PermaFit™ system allows us to install premium tubs and showers over your existing setup, often in as little as one day, without the mess of demolition. We specialize in bathtub replacements, shower installations, tub-to-shower conversions, and walk-in showers, all backed by a lifetime warranty. Every project is completed by our own factory-trained Bath Fitter professionals—never subcontractors—ensuring quality craftsmanship from start to finish. Whether you want to modernize your bathroom, improve accessibility, or refresh your space, Bath Fitter St. Louis delivers seamless, low-maintenance solutions homeowners can rely on.

"Bath Fitter did an amazing job upgrading our shower. We had tile, but we were having so many problems with cracks in the tile and the grout cracking and causing leaks that we were recaulking every 6 months, to the point the shower became unusable. Bath Fitter gave us a competitive quote. The install took a full day. The shower is a larger custom size but they handled it like pros. They knocked out all the tile and green board down to the studs, took out the original flooring, reworked the plumbing, then went to work installing everything. They got done late in the evening but the shower looked amazing. We had to wait a few days for the caulk to cure, and we waited a full week just to make sure it was fully set, but we loved it right away. We chose the Delta 2 in 1 Hydrorain shower head and instantly loved it. The best part? Our shower no longer leaks! Very happy with Bath Fitter’s work."

Rod B on November 2025


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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair

4.30(
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Neli Virtual Appliance Repair

4.30(
577
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Customers say: Super punctual
9 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

NEW! Appliance Consultation – Just $35 Get expert advice before you spend on repairs or replacements. A Neli technician will evaluate your issue and help you decide if your appliance can be fixed—or if it’s time for a new one. Virtual Appliance Diagnosis and Repair - Just $45 Service Description: Diagnose or repair your appliance virtually—no need for anyone to enter your home. Neli’s certified technicians guide you step-by-step via secure video chat. How It Works: Book online at nelihome.com or call 833-876-0900 Connect with a tech through our video platform Diagnose or fix the issue in real time Get expert advice and confidence in your next steps What’s Included: Real-time video guidance from a certified technician Diagnosis of the issue OR full repair (when possible) Step-by-step guidance using your smartphone or tablet Safe, contact-free service - no one in your home Flexible scheduling—appointments available daily Perfect For: Appliance fixes HVAC troubleshooting DIY-savvy homeowners Saving time and money on service calls

"Super helpful"

Michele H on November 2025

NEW! Appliance Consultation – Just $35 Get expert advice before you spend on repairs or replacements. A Neli technician will evaluate your issue and help you decide if your appliance can be fixed—or if it’s time for a new one. Virtual Appliance Diagnosis and Repair - Just $45 Service Description: Diagnose or repair your appliance virtually—no need for anyone to enter your home. Neli’s certified technicians guide you step-by-step via secure video chat. How It Works: Book online at nelihome.com or call 833-876-0900 Connect with a tech through our video platform Diagnose or fix the issue in real time Get expert advice and confidence in your next steps What’s Included: Real-time video guidance from a certified technician Diagnosis of the issue OR full repair (when possible) Step-by-step guidance using your smartphone or tablet Safe, contact-free service - no one in your home Flexible scheduling—appointments available daily Perfect For: Appliance fixes HVAC troubleshooting DIY-savvy homeowners Saving time and money on service calls

"Super helpful"

Michele H on November 2025


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Foundation Recovery Systems

4.72(
189
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Foundation Recovery Systems

4.72(
189
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 94% of Angi customers
Recommended by 94% of HomeAdvisor customers
33 years of experience

Foundation Recovery Systems (FRS), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service throughout Missouri, Iowa, Illinois, and Kansas. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, FRS is here to restore your foundation or crawl space.

"will review after work is complete"

Charles W on May 2025

Foundation Recovery Systems (FRS), A Groundworks Company, specializes in helping homeowners with their foundation repair, basement waterproofing, crawl space encapsulation, and concrete needs. Our top priority is providing high-quality home repair solutions and personalized service throughout Missouri, Iowa, Illinois, and Kansas. With fully trained technicians, industry-leading products, and nationally backed warranties, FRS is here to restore your foundation or crawl space.

"will review after work is complete"

Charles W on May 2025


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American Standard Walk-In Tubs

4.24(
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American Standard Walk-In Tubs

4.24(
40
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
96 years of experience

American Standard upholds a longstanding history of excellence. For over 140 years, we have been a leader in providing innovative bathroom products. We have helped thousands of customers bathe in safety, comfort, and independence. Our Walk-In Tubs come with a RevitaJet™ hydrotherapy system with 44 strategically placed air and water jets for the ultimate in therapeutic comfort, and our patented Quick Drain® fast water removal system. With a lifetime warranty for the tub, installation, and labor and a strong legacy, we raise the standard for all Walk-In Tub needs. Contact us today. We offer financing to consumers and we're happy to chat more about this live!

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Steve R on August 2024

American Standard upholds a longstanding history of excellence. For over 140 years, we have been a leader in providing innovative bathroom products. We have helped thousands of customers bathe in safety, comfort, and independence. Our Walk-In Tubs come with a RevitaJet™ hydrotherapy system with 44 strategically placed air and water jets for the ultimate in therapeutic comfort, and our patented Quick Drain® fast water removal system. With a lifetime warranty for the tub, installation, and labor and a strong legacy, we raise the standard for all Walk-In Tub needs. Contact us today. We offer financing to consumers and we're happy to chat more about this live!

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Steve R on August 2024


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Dutch Enterprises, LLC

5.00(
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Dutch Enterprises, LLC

5.00(
1
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
63 years of experience

Affordable, Luxurious Bath Custom Tailored to Fit Your Family's Needs. SE Missouri's and Southern Illinois Choice for Functional, Accessible & Luxurious Bathroom Remodeling. Want to improve the look and feel of your bathroom but rather avoid the high price tag? Call Luxury Bath of SE Missouri and Southern Illinois, a division of Dutch Enterprises at 573-400-2155 for a free, no-obligation estimate! Time to give your bathroom an upgrade? Want to make your bath more accessible for the entire family? Whatever your bathroom renovation goals, Luxury Bath of SE Missouri and Southern Illinois, a division of Dutch Enterprises is here to help you achieve them. When you work with our team for your bath remodel, you?ll be treated to hassle-free service and fast, seamless installation. Our goal is to help our customers across Southeast Missouri and Southern Illinois transform their baths into a space everyone in the family can safely and comfortably unwind.

"These guys worked hard completed the job as requested. Seemed like they really had a goal to complete the task. Cleaned up after themselves. Great job!"

Dennis H on October 2024

Affordable, Luxurious Bath Custom Tailored to Fit Your Family's Needs. SE Missouri's and Southern Illinois Choice for Functional, Accessible & Luxurious Bathroom Remodeling. Want to improve the look and feel of your bathroom but rather avoid the high price tag? Call Luxury Bath of SE Missouri and Southern Illinois, a division of Dutch Enterprises at 573-400-2155 for a free, no-obligation estimate! Time to give your bathroom an upgrade? Want to make your bath more accessible for the entire family? Whatever your bathroom renovation goals, Luxury Bath of SE Missouri and Southern Illinois, a division of Dutch Enterprises is here to help you achieve them. When you work with our team for your bath remodel, you?ll be treated to hassle-free service and fast, seamless installation. Our goal is to help our customers across Southeast Missouri and Southern Illinois transform their baths into a space everyone in the family can safely and comfortably unwind.

"These guys worked hard completed the job as requested. Seemed like they really had a goal to complete the task. Cleaned up after themselves. Great job!"

Dennis H on October 2024


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J & E Heating and Cooling, LLC

5.00(
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J & E Heating and Cooling, LLC

5.00(
2
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
10 years of experience

Welcome to J&E Heating & Cooling, proudly servicing Metropolis, Illinois and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. Call us today! You will not be disappointed!

"Very professional and competent service at a very reasonable price. I will certainly use them for any HVAV work needed."

Tim B on November 2021

Welcome to J&E Heating & Cooling, proudly servicing Metropolis, Illinois and the surrounding areas. Our goal is to complete your project to perfection. We look forward to building long lasting relationships with the customers that we serve. Call us today! You will not be disappointed!

"Very professional and competent service at a very reasonable price. I will certainly use them for any HVAV work needed."

Tim B on November 2021


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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
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Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories, Inc

4.85(
347
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018

ETR Laboratories in an analytic laboratory with a broad range of commercial, industrial and individual clients. We provide analytic services using a wide variety of scientific methods including GC/MS, IC/MS, GIR, NMR and SEM equipment. We can do particle analysis, organic and inorganic chemical analysis and micro analysis on biological and other materials. Private water analysis is our specialty. Award winning. Additional DBA - Environmental Testing & Research Laboratories Inc, ETR Labs, ETR Laboratories.

"as advertised"

Nancy C on July 2018


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Hays Plumbing Co Inc

4.87(
67
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Hays Plumbing Co Inc

4.87(
67
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Customers say: True professional
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers

Hays Plumbing Co., Inc. has been a family owned and operated company for two generations. We provide a variety of plumbing related services to Springfield and surrounding communities in Central Illinois. Here at Hays Plumbing Co. we specialize in those challenging and tricky plumbing tasks. Some of our specific services include, but are not limited to: -residential plumbing repairs -remodeling and new construction -installation -water heaters -disposers -sump pumps Stop wasting time talking to machines and being just another service call customer. Work with us and get the personalized service with attention to detail you deserve. So next time you are looking for a quality company that will be honest about their recommendations on what will work best for your situation, call Linda Mattson and her crew, to see why they will be around for generations to come.

Hays Plumbing Co., Inc. has been a family owned and operated company for two generations. We provide a variety of plumbing related services to Springfield and surrounding communities in Central Illinois. Here at Hays Plumbing Co. we specialize in those challenging and tricky plumbing tasks. Some of our specific services include, but are not limited to: -residential plumbing repairs -remodeling and new construction -installation -water heaters -disposers -sump pumps Stop wasting time talking to machines and being just another service call customer. Work with us and get the personalized service with attention to detail you deserve. So next time you are looking for a quality company that will be honest about their recommendations on what will work best for your situation, call Linda Mattson and her crew, to see why they will be around for generations to come.


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The Kitchen Master

4.90(
30
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The Kitchen Master

4.90(
30
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 96% of Angi customers
Recommended by 96% of HomeAdvisor customers

The Kitchen Master has been serving homeowners in Du Page, Will, Kendall, Kane and Western Cook County since 1977. We are one of the leading kitchen and bath design and bath remodeling firms in the Chicagoland suburbs. We take pride in offering a complete one stop remodeling service. Our award winning certified designers create beautiful and practical kitchen and baths. We design and build new rooms within any budget in both small and large homes. Our employee craftmen are perfectionists in their trade. The owner coordinates and personally supervises each project. Our tight controls and schedules assure that that each room is remodeled according to detailed plans, with the highest quality and are completed on time and on budget. We also design kitchen and baths & sell cabinets and counters to do it yourself homeowners and contractors. We build and install custom counters in granite, quartz, soild surfaces and laminates. We have been refacing kitchen cabinets since we opened in 1977 and we offer some of the most beautiful doors and wood choices available. We warranty all of our work for 5 years to the original homeowner. We can also assist with financing. We have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau & can show our new clients references from thousands of happy Kitchen Master customers. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional DBA - Kitchen Master The.

"For the 20 years we have been in our house, we used The Kitchen Master for our kitchen, our master bathroom, our hall bathroom and the best **** mud room you will ever see. Jennifer is an extraordinary designer and Ted is a perfectionist who will make sure his team delivers top notch work. For our first project, the kitchen, we ordered the cabinets through The Kitchen Master but had our own contractor install them. Big mistake! A few years later when Ted came to the house for the next project, he was so disappointed with how my contractor hung the kitchen cabinets that he fixed them for me. I’ve never used anyone else since. We haven’t had a major project in about 5 years but when I decided to sell my house, I needed a few things fixed to make everything look great. Some water damage below the sink had warped that cabinet, a toe kick was beyond a simple touch-up, and then I broke a glass pane in one of the kitchen cabinets 2 weeks before showings were to start. Ted and his team hopped right on it when I called. They didn’t have to do that. My work wasn’t going to be a big money maker and I’m moving out of state so there isn’t the promise of a lot of work in my next house. But none of that mattered. Ted and his team made me feel like they always make me feel - like my project was the most important one in the world."

EILEEN D on June 2022

The Kitchen Master has been serving homeowners in Du Page, Will, Kendall, Kane and Western Cook County since 1977. We are one of the leading kitchen and bath design and bath remodeling firms in the Chicagoland suburbs. We take pride in offering a complete one stop remodeling service. Our award winning certified designers create beautiful and practical kitchen and baths. We design and build new rooms within any budget in both small and large homes. Our employee craftmen are perfectionists in their trade. The owner coordinates and personally supervises each project. Our tight controls and schedules assure that that each room is remodeled according to detailed plans, with the highest quality and are completed on time and on budget. We also design kitchen and baths & sell cabinets and counters to do it yourself homeowners and contractors. We build and install custom counters in granite, quartz, soild surfaces and laminates. We have been refacing kitchen cabinets since we opened in 1977 and we offer some of the most beautiful doors and wood choices available. We warranty all of our work for 5 years to the original homeowner. We can also assist with financing. We have an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau & can show our new clients references from thousands of happy Kitchen Master customers. Additional email - [email protected]. Additional DBA - Kitchen Master The.

"For the 20 years we have been in our house, we used The Kitchen Master for our kitchen, our master bathroom, our hall bathroom and the best **** mud room you will ever see. Jennifer is an extraordinary designer and Ted is a perfectionist who will make sure his team delivers top notch work. For our first project, the kitchen, we ordered the cabinets through The Kitchen Master but had our own contractor install them. Big mistake! A few years later when Ted came to the house for the next project, he was so disappointed with how my contractor hung the kitchen cabinets that he fixed them for me. I’ve never used anyone else since. We haven’t had a major project in about 5 years but when I decided to sell my house, I needed a few things fixed to make everything look great. Some water damage below the sink had warped that cabinet, a toe kick was beyond a simple touch-up, and then I broke a glass pane in one of the kitchen cabinets 2 weeks before showings were to start. Ted and his team hopped right on it when I called. They didn’t have to do that. My work wasn’t going to be a big money maker and I’m moving out of state so there isn’t the promise of a lot of work in my next house. But none of that mattered. Ted and his team made me feel like they always make me feel - like my project was the most important one in the world."

EILEEN D on June 2022


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Bath Fitter of St Louis

4.76(
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Bath Fitter of St Louis

4.76(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

BATH FITTER of Saint Louis is Missouri's leading one day bath remodeling company. We offer customer made acrylic bath tub liner, free standing acrylic bath tubs, tub-to-shower conversions and one piece shower enclosures. Our products are custom made to fit over existing fixtures or are made to replace an existing tub or shower, for quick and clean bathroom renovations that will last a lifetime. With our tub to shower conversions, we can convert your existing tub into a mobility friendly walk in shower. All of our Installers and Sales consultants are factory trained. All of our team works directly for us, we do not sub contract out our work. Bath Fitter of St. Louis is franchised owned and operated by Ideal Bathroom Solutions LLC., doing business as Bath Fitter.

"Travis was the installer. He was friendly and courteous. He explained all of the work he was going to do before he started. The finished product look great. He super nice to my 80 year old mother who sometimes got in his way while she was trying to watch what he was doing. He was also friendly to my two dogs. My whole Bath Fitter experience was great and I would definitely use them again and recommend them to family and friends."

Ken M on February 2023

BATH FITTER of Saint Louis is Missouri's leading one day bath remodeling company. We offer customer made acrylic bath tub liner, free standing acrylic bath tubs, tub-to-shower conversions and one piece shower enclosures. Our products are custom made to fit over existing fixtures or are made to replace an existing tub or shower, for quick and clean bathroom renovations that will last a lifetime. With our tub to shower conversions, we can convert your existing tub into a mobility friendly walk in shower. All of our Installers and Sales consultants are factory trained. All of our team works directly for us, we do not sub contract out our work. Bath Fitter of St. Louis is franchised owned and operated by Ideal Bathroom Solutions LLC., doing business as Bath Fitter.

"Travis was the installer. He was friendly and courteous. He explained all of the work he was going to do before he started. The finished product look great. He super nice to my 80 year old mother who sometimes got in his way while she was trying to watch what he was doing. He was also friendly to my two dogs. My whole Bath Fitter experience was great and I would definitely use them again and recommend them to family and friends."

Ken M on February 2023

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Plumbing questions, answered by experts

Conventional drain cleaners, like you might buy at the grocery store, use bleach (sodium hydroxide) as the main ingredient. On the contrary, biodegradable drain cleaners use gentler ingredients such as baking soda, vinegar, and boiling water to clear out drains. 

Bleach is extremely corrosive and releases harmful gasses—hence the need for wearing safety protections like rubber gloves, eye goggles, face masks, and long sleeves and properly ventilating the room while using bleach. Biodegradable cleaners, however, don’t use bleach. Therefore they are safer to use, especially if you have a house full of children.

It’s possible to convert a bathroom into a wet room, but it often requires extensive renovations. You’d likely need to remove the floors to install drainage and a new floor over that, remove drywall outside the shower area, and replace it with cement backer board covered in a waterproofing material. You’d also need to remove the existing shower, waterproof the walls, and install fixtures to create a more open, curbless shower space.

Yes, any amount of water leaking from a ceiling should be considered an emergency. You should strongly consider calling an emergency plumber as soon as you notice water leaking from a light fixture. While waiting for a plumber to arrive, you should do your best to contain the water by placing buckets beneath the leak, wiping up water with towels, and moving furniture out of the leak path.

While it’s possible to use an outdoor faucet in the winter, it might not be the best time to water your grass. Drawing water to your outdoor faucet increases the risk of that water freezing when you’re done with the faucet, especially if you don’t take the time to re-winterize your faucet. There are heated hose products you can buy to use in winter, but these can cost hundreds of dollars. It may be best to simply wait for the weather to warm up again.

The most common situation in which you should turn off the main water shut-off valve is if there’s a leak in your home, such as in the kitchen or bathroom. Turning off the water supply can prevent further water damage.

You may want to turn off the valve before leaving for an extended period, in case of leaks or pipe bursts while you’re gone. If you’re going to work on plumbing fixtures or appliances, it’s also a good idea to shut off the main valve to ensure no water flow during repairs or installation.

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