Since that valve is just as old, test it to make sure it closes all the way and reopens again.Mineral deposits and tiny pieces of grit can gradually build up in an old gate valve, making it ...

A gate valve is a cheaper alternative to a ball valve, although by only a few dollars. Depending on the size, a gate valve costs around $5, and a ball valve is usually under $10.

A water valve near the intersection of Governors Drive and Covemont Drive broke around 10 a.m. Friday. ... Water valve repaired temporarily after breakage Friday. Updated: Aug. 24, 2012, 3:34 p.m. | ...

The Town of Beech Mountain remains at Level 5 water restriction. Officials say this means no dishwashing, no washing machines and limited hygienic use of toilets. Water distribution from Fire ...

Gate Valve This type of valve is similar to the one you may find on your garden hose. Gate valves have round handles that control a gate, which moves up and down, allowing or blocking water movement.

PORTAGE, Mich. — A boil water advisory has been issued for parts of Portage. The city of Kalamazoo was repairing a water gate valve on Lorraine Avenue when a temporary loss of pressure occurred ...