To turn your home's water back on after maintenance or a shut-off, follow a careful sequence to prevent pipe damage. Step 1: Locate your main water shut-off valve (typically near the water meter or main entry point). Step 2: Turn the valve handle slowly counterclockwise (or align a ball valve lever parallel to the pipe) to open it gradually and prevent violent water hammer shock. Step 3: Go to the highest floor in your home and open a bathtub or sink faucet to bleed out trapped air until the water stream runs clear and steady. Verification: Check all indoor plumbing fixtures and verify that your water meter is not spinning when everything is turned off.
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