Diamond Head Plumbing has been providing the best plumbing services and contract work in the Honolulu area since 1977. This plumbing contractor and service company is family run and fully licensed and insured.

Whether you’ve got a leaky faucet, need a solar water heater repair, or want your entire kitchen renovated, Diamond Head Plumbing has the expertise and experience to get the job done right.

Do you know what an angle stop is, or have you ever wondered how to turn off your water service? Here’s an angle stop overview, with tips from the pros at Diamond Head Plumbing:

• What is an angle stop? Angle stops are the valves under your bathroom or kitchen sink and behind your toilet that are used to turn off water service. The angle stop valve controls the flow of water through the pipes and into your faucets.

  

• Angle Stop Problems: Is your sink faucet leaking or spraying uncontrollably? The older the angle stop, the more prone it is to the kind of wear and tear that can cause plumbing issues. For example, the older gate-style angle stop valves are prone to freezing up and can leak at the packing nut, thereby disrupting the flow of water. This angle stop problem can lead to extensive water damage, or a much larger plumbing problem.
• Angle Stop Inspection & Repair: While the newer 1/4 turn ball valve-style angle valves are not prone to freezing or leaking (they're also much easier to turn), everyone should have their angle valves inspected for possible damage every five years. This preventative measure can help catch problems before they require much more expensive repairs!

Contact the best plumber, Diamond Head Plumbing, to get your angle stop valves checked, or for any other plumbing needs. Call (808) 734-4344 today for a free estimate, or to talk to one of their friendly and knowledgeable staff members!