Use a spanner to turn the large nut in the centre of the stopcock anticlockwise to loosen it. Unscrew the tap handle and pull the whole handle and spindle out from the body of the tap.
Pull off the old washer from the end of the spindle and replace it with a new one
.
How long does it take to change a stopcock?
To fit a Stopcock it should take
no longer than the hour
but if it becomes a bigger job then there will be further costs involved (option 1).
Who is responsible for stopcock?
The water undertaker
is responsible to their main isolating stop cock usually out in the pavement or driveway, then the meter is theirs if you have one.
How do I fix my stopcock?
How do I replace an old stopcock?
How difficult is it to move a stopcock?
Moving a Stopcock
It’s perfectly possible to move the mains stop valve on the water supply coming into your house but
it’ll need a bit of planning
. If you’ve ever fitted a new kitchen or built an extension you’ll know how the stopcock always seems to be in the most inconvenient place for your plans.
Why is my stopcock leaking?
If the leak seems to be coming from the stopcock,
you may have a leaking gland nut
. Like the compression nut, this can easily be tightened. Use a spanner to tighten the gland nut but be careful not to tighten this too much as it could prevent you from turning the stopcock.
Should stopcock be fully open?
Should Stopcock be Fully Open?
Keeping the stopcock fully open will cause no major harm but it can allow limescale to buildup in the spindle
. We recommend that you have turn it fully open and then back by half a turn, which should prevent the spindle jamming up.
Where is the stopcock usually located?
In most houses the stopcock is located
under the kitchen sink
. To turn off the stopcock simply turn the valve clockwise to turn off the water supply. In some houses there may also be a stopcock outside the house – look for a metal plate with the words “Water” or sometimes just a “W” on it.
Is it a legal requirement to have an internal stop tap?
Is a Stopcock a Legal Requirement?
It is now a legal requirement for every home to have at least one stopcock
. Most properties will have one, situated somewhere close to the water input from the main supply.
How long does water run after shut off?
– If your water service has been shut off and recently restored, your pipes need to be flushed for
30 minutes
to ensure your safety. Water sitting stagnant in pipes may contain lead, copper and other sediments that are not safe for drinking and cooking.
How does a stopcock work?
An outside stopcock is a form of inline valve that works
by rotating a stop or a plug within the chamber to stop the flow of water
. This is normally activated by a small handle or a rectangular projection for which a stopcock key must be used.
How do you stop a water valve from leaking?
What does an old stopcock look like?
What your stopcock looks like depends on how old your home is. It will look like
a tap situated between two lengths of pipe without a spout
. Some taps can be quite stiff so you might need pliers to try and turn it.
Where is the stopcock in my house UK?
Your inside stop valve is inside your house and is normally located
just after the water pipe enters the house
. This is often under the kitchen sink, but can also be: In an airing cupboard. Under the stairs.
What are stopcocks made of?
Stopcocks plugs are generally made out of
ground glass or an inert plastic like PTFE
. The ground glass stopcocks are greased to create an airtight seal and prevent the glass from fusing.
Where is the main water line to my house UK?
The water meter is attached to the household supply line that runs from the local mains water supply in the street. To find your water meter, check the sidewalk or parking strip outside your home for a square metal cover set into the ground. If you lift up the cover, you should be able to see the water meter inside.
Does closing stopcock reduce water pressure?
Closing the stop cock
will not reduce the pressure
, just reduce the flow rate.
How do you change a mains water stopcock?
What is a Toby key?
A toby key is
used to turn off household water supply
.
