Knowing how to find the water shut-off valve ... you may be able to find the valve at the beginning of your water main in your streetside ground-level utility box. This is also known as a curb valve.

The main water shutoff valve is usually in the mechanical room, closet near the water heater, or laundry room. It may also be under the kitchen sink or in a similar location.

While it’s not uncommon for a project plan’s cost to overrun, the city is citing equipment such as residential valve repairs, curb box location services and operation of curb valves as the source.

The best option is to shut off the city’s valve at your curb, it’s usually in a covered box. Simply turn the handle to where it's perpendicular to the pipe.

The difference is that Smart Valve is available right now for $160, whereas Water Hero isn’t expected to ship out for another year. Drew Prindle Former Senior Editor, Features ...

Hazleton City Authority’s Water Department board wants its engineer to inspect curb boxes at two project sites after problems were detected with about half of the devices that were installed ...