Plumbing infrastructures use various valves to control the flow of water. However, only gate and ball valves are used for main water shutoffs in residential locations. Gate valve: This is an older ...

Do you know where your home’s water shut-off valve is and how to turn it off? Learn what to do before you’re faced with a plumbing emergency.

NORTH ADAMS — An issue at the Blackinton Mill left parts of the city’s west end without water on Tuesday. According to North ...