ATM cards spread relatively quickly. 1  Since the cards were used in public, others who did not yet hold the cards could see how convenient they were. Although some people were concerned about security, the convenience factors seemed to be a decisive factor in the âtug-of-warâ for and against adoption.
The first step is shutting off the main water valve is to locate it. In colder climates, you can usually find the main water shut-off valve in the basement or inside a closet in a front room of the house. Sometimes, builders will hide it behind a removable panel.
Stop the water. First thing, turn off the water flow when you suspect a pipe has broken, even if you donât know where the waterâs coming from. Youâll find the stop tap on the water main. It is typically located under the kitchen sink or where the main service pipe connects to your house.