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May 21,2022

Refrigerator Water Line Shut-off Valve: Where to Find It

The water line to a refrigerator has its own shut-off valve that allows you to turn off water supply to the refrigerator when making repairs or removing the appliance.

This shut-off valve allows you to turn on and off water supply to a refrigerator without affecting water supply to the entire kitchen.

Without the refrigerator water line shut-off valve, youll have to turn off water supply to the entire kitchen which can cause inconveniences.

So wheres the refrigerator water line shut-off valve located?

The location of the refrigerator water line shut-off valve varies from home to home, and fridge to fridge.

Below are the common places youre likely to find it:

  • At the wall at the back of the refrigerator
  • Near the cold water supply valve the bottom of the kitchen sink
  • In the basement
  • In a crawl space
  • In the cabinet next to the refrigerator

If you still cant find the shut-off valve, follow the water supply line from the appliance to the source or call a friendly plumber to help you locate it.

What Does a Refrigerator Water Line Shut-Off Valve Look Like?

It is easy to identify this shut-off valve since it will be connected to a small copper line attached with a saddle valve.

Why Is It Important to Locate the Refrigerator Water Line Shut-Off Valve?

There are situations when youll need to turn off water supply to your refrigerator such as when the appliance is leaking. Knowing where this shut-off valve is located allows you to prevent water damage to your kitchen.

Youll also need to shut off the refrigerator water line shut-off valve when youre carrying out icemaker or water dispenser repair.

Instead of shutting off water supply to the entire kitchen and causing inconveniences, this shut-off valve allows you to repair your refrigerator without disrupting water supply to the rest of your kitchen.

How to Turn Off a Refrigerator Water Valve

Once youve located the shut-off valve, youll simply turn it in a clockwise direction. It may be difficult to turn if it hasnt been operated for a long time. You can use a pair of pliers to turn the valve if it doesnt turn easily.

Contact Mr. Rooter Plumbing to Help You with All of Your Plumbing Needs

Perhaps youre looking to replace your refrigerators water line shut-off valve or youve noticed a leak around your refrigerator and need the problem fixed. Or maybe its time to install a new refrigerator in your kitchen. Whatever your plumbing needs, its best to work with a knowledgeable and experienced plumber who knows what theyre doing.

At Mr. Rooter Plumbing, we have what it takes to help you with all of your plumbing needs. Weve built a reputation on providing reliable and affordable plumbing repair service, plumbing installations and plumbing replacement in homes, business premises, government buildings, industrial complexes, and many other properties.

Contact us today to learn more about our plumbing services and how we can help you with your plumbing needs.

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