Water supply leak
#1
11-23-16, 08:30 AM
Water supply leak
Hi. I have a small leak in the water line coming from the street in my basement (see pic). It's not coming from the shut off valve, but the brass connection thing with the tag on it.
Do I need to call a plumber or is this easy enough to fix?
Also, what's that black wire? I assume it's to the outside meter so it can be read from outside the house, but how does it work? It doesn't appear to connect to anything! thanks.
Jay
Do I need to call a plumber or is this easy enough to fix?
Also, what's that black wire? I assume it's to the outside meter so it can be read from outside the house, but how does it work? It doesn't appear to connect to anything! thanks.
Jay
Last edited by PJmax; 11-23-16 at 08:46 AM. Reason: reoriented picture
#2
11-23-16, 08:47 AM
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That is a pressure reducing valve. Since there are several unions on that side of the meter.... the replacement is fairly easy as everything can be taken apart.
That black wire is the water service bond to the electric panel.
That black wire is the water service bond to the electric panel.
