Placement of Water shut-off valve for washing machine
#1
05-25-13, 09:18 AM
Placement of Water shut-off valve for washing machine
Hey, where do you guys put your water-shut off valve for the washing machine? I am doing a remodeling job on my home and was interested to know if it would be a bad idea to ut the valve right behind the washing machine.
#2
05-25-13, 09:28 AM
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I'm not quite sure I understand your question. The water shut off valve(s) always go behind the washer. Are you talking about putting them above the machine in sight ?
#3
05-27-13, 01:52 PM
I like putting the valves about 48" from the floor. It makes it easier to connect the washer, monitor for leaks, and shut off the water when you're not using it.
I always use a box like this, single-lever to turn off hot and cold together, and an included drain.
http://images.lowes.com/product/conv...53388229lg.jpg Available at your local big-box store.
I always use a box like this, single-lever to turn off hot and cold together, and an included drain.
http://images.lowes.com/product/conv...53388229lg.jpg Available at your local big-box store.
#4
06-29-13, 07:32 AM
Yes, I do mean putting the water shut-off valve above or to the side of the washing machine so you can access it and would be able to see if it leaks.
I guess, alternatively, another way I could ask the question more clearly would be... Do you think it would be a bad idea to out the water shut-off valves right behind the washer and hidden from sight?
I guess, alternatively, another way I could ask the question more clearly would be... Do you think it would be a bad idea to out the water shut-off valves right behind the washer and hidden from sight?
#5
06-29-13, 07:57 AM
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Saw a very cool valve on one of the home shows. TimeOut Automatic Shut Off Valve | Reduce Flood Damage from Broken Water Hose | Keeney Manufacturing Newington CT
Even with the single handle valves, it takes a certain type of person to remember to turn them off when not being used. Most people might remember when they go on vacation or similar, but what about every day when they go to work or bedtime at night?
If/when I ever have to replace mine, I'll go with a timer I think. Way cheaper than repairing the damage from a burst hose. And yes, I have the SS braided hoses.
Even with the single handle valves, it takes a certain type of person to remember to turn them off when not being used. Most people might remember when they go on vacation or similar, but what about every day when they go to work or bedtime at night?
If/when I ever have to replace mine, I'll go with a timer I think. Way cheaper than repairing the damage from a burst hose. And yes, I have the SS braided hoses.
#6
06-29-13, 09:36 AM
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I personally would keep the valves in sight. If there's ever an emergency.........someone will need to see them and be able to get to them quickly and easily.
#7
06-30-13, 01:13 PM
That's a pretty neat valve Vic. I'll have to look into that more closely the next time I install one.
Regardless, I like keeping them above the washer so they are easy to turn off. Though I admit I don't shut it off every time, I do before I leave for the weekend or any vacation.
Code-wise, there's no reason you can't hide it behind the washer though... so you can do what you want.
Regardless, I like keeping them above the washer so they are easy to turn off. Though I admit I don't shut it off every time, I do before I leave for the weekend or any vacation.
Code-wise, there's no reason you can't hide it behind the washer though... so you can do what you want.
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07-01-13, 10:25 AM
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Mine are out of sight a little below the washer top, in the unfinished basement. I think above is better, as stated, for easy access and faster detection of leaks. (I've had a few. lol)
Those boxes in the previous post look pretty good to me. Seems to me they would look pretty nice, simple, and practical, in any finished setup. Just my opinion!
Those boxes in the previous post look pretty good to me. Seems to me they would look pretty nice, simple, and practical, in any finished setup. Just my opinion!
