If you get drips of water coming through your pipes even with the main shutoff valve completely closed, its probably time to ...

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.

KALAMAZOO, Mich. — A boil water advisory was issued for multiple homes in southeast Kalamazoo Thursday. Crews had been repairing a water gate valve on Hazel Avenue when water pressure ...