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.
These are usually located on the property owner's side of the water meter. This is the valve that allows you to turn off water to your house for repairs or other purposes. Low pressure can also be caused by a water leak somewhere on your property. See our Checking for Leaks information.