06/23/2026
π¦ An old, rusted shut-off valve can give out without warning. When you replace a bathroom or kitchen fixture, itβs smart to swap in a new $5 shut-off valve at the same time.
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The valve is already exposed once the fixture is removed.
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Corroded valves often freeze up or start leaking long before anyone notices.
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If the valve fails later, a leak from the new fixture can flood your home.
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Doing the valve while the plumber is already there saves money versus a separate trip.
Not changing the shut-off during a fixture replacement is one of the most frequent oversights. The part is inexpensive π΅, the laborβs already covered, and the added assurance lasts as long as the fixture.
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