Water shut-off at municipal connection, hints from a home inspector
Water shut-off at municipal connection: there are many types of valves used at the water meter. Some can be turned by hand but most require a "spade" wrench. If you have a spade type valve, you should keep a spade wrench handy. Some buildings do not have meters and simply have a shut off valve by the property line.
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