Many sinks, toilets, geysers and washing machines have small shut-off valves (also called angle valves) on the pipes that feed them. If a hose bursts, a tap fails or a toilet runs uncontrollably, knowing how to turn off just that one valve lets you stop the immediate problem without cutting water to the whole house.
In a stressful moment – water spraying or overflowing – being able to quickly reach under the basin or behind the toilet and turn a small knob can limit damage to a few towels’ worth...
Gurgling sounds from sinks, toilets or floor drains often mean air is struggling to move properly through the pipes because something is partially blocking...
