Almost all water meters have one main shutoff valve directly ... If your plumbing system lacks supply stops, install them ...

Many shut-off valves are located in easy-to-access areas ... like the basement or crawl space. Ours always has a water meter attached to it, but some meter boxes are near a curb valve.

Use a hairdryer or heat lamp to safely thaw indoor frozen pipes. Let a slight drip of water run through indoor faucets until ...