City of Hillsboro, OR
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What if a Water Pipe Breaks in My Home?
Shut off the Water!
If a water pipe breaks in your home, do you know where your shut-off valve is located? Find it so you are prepared to turn the water off in a hurry during an emergency. Water damage can happen very quickly and time is of the essence if a pipe breaks.
Look for your shut-off valve in the following places:
- In the garage, near the water heater or laundry hookup
- In the crawl space or basement, where the waterline enters the home
- Outside near the foundation, often protected by a concrete ring or clay pipe
Can’t find your Shut-off Valve?
If you can’t find your waterline shut-off valve, you should have one installed.
If you need to shut your water off at the meter, please call:
- During Business Hours: 503-615-6700
- After Business Hours: 503-615-6775
Types of Shut-Off Valves:
Shut-off valves come in a variety of shapes, sizes and colors. Here are some examples as a guideline, but there are plenty more possibilities out there.
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