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    bhdeitch Posts: 2, Reputation: 1
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    Feb 4, 2012, 11:05 AM
    Corroded Shut off valve on Water Heater
    Hi:

    I just had my house inspected and am trying to figure out whether I can fix this valve myself or not, or how much it will cost.

    It's a corroded shut off valve in the water heater closet. I've attached a picture.

    Thanks!
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    Feb 4, 2012, 11:39 AM
    Most ball valves are brass or stainless. Looks like the stem is leaking a bit and corroded the handle. This valve is soldered in and would have to be unsoldered and replaced either by resoldering or by using a shark bite-gator bit system or a compression adapter. If the valve is not leaking, unscrew the stem nut, remove the handle, wire brush and /or sand the corrosion, put a light coat of oil on it and reassemble.
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    Feb 4, 2012, 11:46 AM
    Thanks so much.
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    Feb 4, 2012, 02:06 PM
    I agree with Ma0641, if the valve is not leaking remove the handle clean and lubricate, Thanks.

    John
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