Water System
Water Source
- Type: TBD (municipal/well/other)
- Provider (if municipal): TBD
- Account Number: TBD
Main Water Shutoff
Everyone should know this location
- Location: TBD
- Type: TBD (gate valve, ball valve, etc.)
- How to operate: TBD (turn clockwise to close, etc.)
Individual Shutoffs
| Location | Shutoff Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Kitchen sink | TBD | Under sink |
| Bathroom 1 | TBD | |
| Bathroom 2 | TBD | |
| Toilet(s) | TBD | Behind toilet |
| Water heater | TBD | |
| Washing machine | TBD | |
| Outdoor spigots | TBD |
Well System (if applicable)
- Well location: TBD
- Pump type: TBD
- Pressure tank location: TBD
- Normal pressure range: TBD
Well Pump Circuit Breaker
- Location: TBD
- Breaker number: TBD
If water stops
First check if the well pump breaker has tripped.
Water Heater
- Location: TBD
- Type: TBD (electric/gas/solar)
- Capacity: TBD
- See Water Heater Operating Guide
Septic System (if applicable)
- Tank location: TBD
- Last pumped: TBD
- Service company: TBD
Septic-Safe Practices
- Use septic-safe toilet paper
- No wipes, feminine products, or grease down drains
- Space out laundry loads
- No harsh chemicals
Winter Precautions
- Know which pipes are vulnerable to freezing
- Keep heat above 13°C (55°F) in winter
- Let faucets drip during extreme cold
- See Water Emergency for frozen pipe procedures