How To Fix A Main Water Shutoff Valve Leak

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Recommended Old Work Box (Different than used in the video):

I have ran across this issue on a number of my rental properties and renovation project where the main water shutoff will not stop leaking water. This usually happens on a "globe" style water shutoff valve. I will walk you through 3 different fixes which will start easy and progress in complexity. Time stamps for each step are listed below along with the links to the parts used.

Chapters
0:00 Introduction
0:52 Step 1: Tighten the Packing Nut
1:51 Step 2: Adding New Teflon Packing Cord
8:43 Step 3: Disassembly and New Flat Washer
13:57 Closing Remarks and Additional Points

Parts Used
Teflon Packing Cord:
1/2 (3/4" OD) Flat Washer:

Tools Every Weekend Warrior Needs
Makita Corless Drill Combo Kit:  
Dewalt Drill Bit Set:  
Dewalt Screwdriver Bit Set:  
Craftsman Screwdriver Set: 
Eklind Allen Wrench Set:  
Pliers (4-Piece Set):  
Stanley Utility Knife:  
Stanley Tape Measure:  
Studbuddy Stud Finder:  
Johnson Torpedo Level:  
Stanley Hammer:  
Buck Bros Wood Chisel Set:  
Klein Voltage Tester:  
Klein Outlet Tester:
Wire Strippers:  
Little Giant Ladder: 

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