Your main water shut-off valve is the one valve that stops water to the entire house when a pipe bursts or a water heater fails. In many 20 to 30 year old Vaughan and Woodbridge homes, that valve is still the original, and it often seizes or leaks the first time it's turned in years. Our colony of Licensed Master Plumbers replaces it with a modern full-port brass ball valve and coordinates the city shut-off for you, so your home base is protected before an emergency ever happens.
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Main Shut-Off Valve Services the Hive Provides
Older shut-off valves rely on rubber gaskets that dry out and break apart over time. When that happens, the valve stops sealing, leaks at the handle, or won’t close at all when you need it most. Our worker bees handle every part of the job, from evaluating your existing valve to installing smart leak protection.
Main Shut-Off Valve Replacement by Worker Bees
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What to Expect from the Hive's Shut-Off Valve Replacement
Our colony starts with a free evaluation of your main valve, usually in the mechanical room near the furnace and water heater, or along the front foundation wall. A licensed master plumber explains its condition in plain language and gives you a clear, upfront quote. Because the interior valve can only be replaced with the water off at the street, we coordinate a scheduled shut-off with the City of Vaughan's curb stop. On the day, our worker bees remove the old valve, install a full-port brass ball valve, and restore water, usually in under an hour. We test the new valve for a proper seal and full operation, clean up thoroughly, and show you exactly how to use it in an emergency.
Real main shut-off valve replacement performed by Hive 5 Plumbing & Drains.
Real Job • Vaughan
Watch an Old Main Shut-Off Valve Replacement
This Vaughan home's original main shut-off valve no longer closed properly. Our colony coordinated the water shut-off with the City of Vaughan, removed the worn valve, and installed a new full-port brass ball valve.
City curb stop shut-off booked for you
Old valve replaced with a full-port brass ball valve
New valve tested for a full seal before water is restored
Who's Responsible for Your Main Water Shut-Off Valve?
Your water service is split between you, the city, and in condos, the building. Here's who looks after what in Vaughan.
Homeowner
Your Interior Shut-Off Valve
The main shut-off valve inside your home, and all plumbing after it, is the homeowner's responsibility to maintain and replace. Not sure where yours is? Read our guide to finding your main water shut-off valve. If it's leaking right now, call our 24/7 emergency plumbers.
The water meter and the curb stop, the underground shut-off under a small cover like this one near your property line, belong to the city. Only city staff may operate the curb stop, and the city repairs it if it's damaged. Non-emergency city shut-offs are booked about four to six weeks in advance, and the city charges a fee. Contact Service Vaughan at 905-832-2281 or visit the City of Vaughan's water services page.
Condo Owners
Condo Unit Shut-Off Valves
Everything before your unit's shut-off valves belongs to the condominium corporation. Everything after them is yours to maintain. If a unit valve fails, call building management first. Only condo staff can shut off the riser.
The Hive 5 Difference
A Shut-Off That Works When Seconds Matter
A failed main valve turns a small leak into a major insurance claim. If your interior valve won't close, the only other shut-off is the city curb stop outside, and homeowners aren't allowed to operate it themselves. While you wait for the city, water keeps running. Our colony makes sure your home never ends up in that position.
City Shut-Off Coordinated by the Hive
We schedule the curb stop shut-off with the City of Vaughan, so you don’t have to chase appointments or wonder who’s responsible for what.
Premium Valves Only, Built to Last
We install full-port brass ball valves, not bargain gate valves with rubber washers, so your shut-off closes with a quarter turn for decades to come.
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Dimitri has serviced our home on two occasions. We first had him install 3 new toilets which were completed with attention to detail. He's also very friendly and explains the work being done. Most recently we had Dimitri at our home to sort out faucet issues.
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I had toilet installation that required rerouting the waterline in order for the new style toilet to fit. This was beyond what I could handle for DIY, and I am glad I called in the pros when I did. He gave me good advice for pausing the work I started to avoid a leak, and defer the service to avoid an after hours service call until Monday morning. First thing on Monday, he rerouted the water line and positioned it neatly for easy access and replaced the leaky shutoff valve. He also noticed the existing flange was not screwed in to the floor and fixed that for me too, which I would not have known was a problem. He installed the toilet, shimmed it level, and caulked it cleanly.
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I had Hive 5 Plumbing & Drains work on 2 bathrooms (install 4 lock-off values, 2 faucets, and 2 sink drains). During the installation, Demitri noticed that one of the drains was partially clogged and debris removed, which to me demonstrates a high quality of work. It was quick to schedule the service call, Demitri arrived on time, was very friendly, and left the work area very clean. I would highly recommend Hive 5 Plumbing & Drains for any plumbing work.
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Darren
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about main water shut-off valve replacement in Vaughan, Woodbridge, and surrounding communities.
Who is responsible for replacing the main water shut-off valve?
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The homeowner. The interior shut-off valve and everything after it is your responsibility. The water meter and the exterior curb stop belong to the City of Vaughan, and the city repairs those if they are damaged or stuck.
Does replacing the main shut-off valve require the city?
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Yes. The city must temporarily shut water off at the curb stop so the interior valve can be replaced safely. Our colony books this as a coordinated appointment between you, our plumber, and the municipality.
How long does a main shut-off valve replacement take?
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Once the city has shut the water off, the replacement typically takes under an hour. We test the new valve thoroughly before we restore full service.
Can a plumber inspect my shut-off valve without replacing it?
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Yes. A licensed plumber can evaluate your valve and tell you whether it is safe to operate. Many homeowners book an evaluation as a preventive step. If replacement is recommended, we always advise a premium-quality valve for long-term reliability.
What type of valve do you install?
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A full-port brass ball valve. It closes with a quarter turn, doesn't rely on rubber gaskets that break down, and lets water flow at full pressure when open.
Serving Vaughan, Woodbridge & the GTA
We proudly serve homeowners throughout Vaughan, Woodbridge, Thornhill, Richmond Hill, Markham, and North York with fast response times and local expertise.
Know what’s happening in your home, before it becomes an unexpected repair.
A plumbing emergency is the wrong time to find out your shut-off doesn't work. Call 647-535-5560 to book a free valve condition evaluation with a worker bee from our colony. Our Licensed Master Plumbers check your valve, coordinate with the city if replacement is needed, and give you a clear, upfront quote. Every job from our hive is backed by our 100% satisfaction guarantee.