Shutoff valve leaking or stuck?
A leaking, corroded, or hard-to-turn shutoff at one fixture can need repair.
Not a single-fixture leak?
- Multiple drains backing up → Emergency drain help
- Sewage or basement floor drain overflow → Emergency drain help
- Drywall, flooring, or ceiling damage after the leak stopped → Repair after a leak
Send a request
Shutoff valves under sinks, behind toilets, or at individual fixtures can leak or seize over time.
Common signs
- Drip or weep at an angle stop or fixture shutoff
- Shutoff will not turn or will not fully stop water
- Corrosion visible at one fixture valve
- Single valve location with no whole-house symptoms
What to do now
- Avoid forcing a stuck valve—note what happens when you try
- Photograph the valve and any active drip
- Identify which fixture the valve serves
- Request help with the valve location
Berks County service areas
Local help is available across Berks County, including: