Water Isolation
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Water Isolation Point To Turn Off Water To Your Property in Edinburgh

Take Control of Your Water Supply

When there’s a plumbing emergency—a burst pipe, a leaking tap, or a faulty appliance—your first line of defence is your stopcock. It’s the valve that shuts off the mains water supply to your home.

But what happens when it’s old, stiff, or completely seized?

At Able Girl Plumbing, we believe every homeowner should have quick, easy control over their water supply—and we’re here to make that happen.

We offer stopcock repairs, replacements, and isolation valve installations to give you full confidence in your plumbing system. Whether you’ve moved into a new home and can’t find the stopcock, or you simply want to modernise your setup, our team will handle it with care, clarity, and a clean finish.

Why Stopcocks and Isolation Valves Matter

A working stopcock is essential. It allows you to shut off the entire water supply in case of leaks, planned work, or emergencies.

But in many homes—especially older properties—stopcocks are:

  • Hard to reach
  • Seized up from corrosion
  • Poorly labelled or located
  • Made from outdated materials

This can leave you scrambling during an emergency, unable to stop the flow of water quickly.

Adding isolation valves to key parts of your plumbing—like under sinks, behind toilets, or near appliances—gives you even more control. These allow you to shut off water to just one area, so you can change a tap or repair a toilet without turning off your whole home.

Our Stopcock & Valve Services Include

Stopcock Replacement
We’ll safely remove stuck, corroded, or leaking stopcocks and install a brand-new valve using modern, easy-turn components.

Relocation or Repositioning
If your stopcock is hidden away under floorboards or behind units, we’ll reposition it for easy, fast access during emergencies.

Isolation Valve Installation
We fit isolation valves to sinks, toilets, dishwashers, washing machines, and more—making future repairs quicker and cleaner.

Water Shut-Off Help
Just moved in? Can’t find your stopcock? We’ll locate it, test it, and show you exactly how to use it with confidence.

Maintenance & Servicing
Even working stopcocks benefit from a check-up. We’ll test, lubricate, and confirm yours is turning smoothly and sealing properly.

Who Needs This Service?

  • 🏠 Homeowners who want peace of mind in case of a leak
  • 🧰 Landlords preparing a property for new tenants
  • 🏡 People moving into a new home who want safe, accessible plumbing
  • 🚿 Anyone planning a kitchen or bathroom refit who wants local shut-off control

Why Choose Able Girl Plumbing?

At Able Girl Plumbing, we believe every customer deserves straightforward advice, quality workmanship, and respectful service.

Our friendly, female-led team takes the time to explain what we’re doing—and we always clean up before we go.

We’re known for:

  • On-time arrivals and clear communication
  • No-fuss, no-mess installations
  • Honest pricing with no upselling
  • Making plumbing easy to understand

Book Your Stopcock or Isolation Valve Service Today

If your stopcock is difficult to reach, hard to turn, or hasn’t been checked in years—don’t wait for an emergency.

Get in touch with Able Girl Plumbing today and let us make your plumbing safer, simpler, and stress-free.

We’ll give you control over your home’s water—just the way it should be.

FAQs

Absolutely. It’s very common for people not to know where their stopcock is—especially in older homes. We can help you locate it, test that it works, and replace it if it’s stuck or corroded. We’ll also show you how to use it in an emergency, so you feel confident and in control.