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  "name": "Do shutoff valves need to be replaced if they haven't been used in a long time?",
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      "name": "Do shutoff valves need to be replaced if they haven't been used in a long time?",
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        "text": "Yes, shutoff valves that haven't been used in a long time, particularly older models, often seize up, corrode, or become difficult to operate, making them ineffective in an emergency. It's a good practice to periodically operate (turn off and on) shutoff valves to keep them functional. If a valve is stiff or won't turn after disuse, it's a strong indicator that it should be replaced. This proactive replacement can prevent significant water damage should an emergency arise. This is a first-party insight into a common customer issue.",
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        "description": "Yes, unused shutoff valves can seize or corrode, making them ineffective. Periodically operating them helps, but replacement is advised if they are stiff or won't turn after disuse."
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  "description": "Yes, unused shutoff valves can seize or corrode, making them ineffective. Periodically operating them helps, but replacement is advised if they are stiff or won"
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