Whether you’ve just moved in or are taking proactive steps to avoid costly water damage from a broken pipe, you need to know the location of your home’s water main shut-off valve. Start your ...

First, turn off the main water supply to the house, which is often found near your water meter. If your sprinkler has manual drain valves, also shut off the valves on the backflow preventer.

Turn off the water supply at the sprinkler shut-off valve. Use a sturdy trowel to dig around the head, which typically sits just below or flush with the ground. Follow these steps to do it safely ...