United Property Associates Tip Sheet KNOWING UTILITY SHUTOFF LOCATIONS MAY HELP CUT DISASTER DAMAGE Utility Shutoff Locations Chart (Example only) Description Utility Shutoff Location Shutoff Instructions Main shutoffs Water Basement by stairs Turn the knob clockwise until it stops.   Gas Basement under boiler Use a wrench to turn the knob 1/4-turn in either direction, so the knob is perpendicular to the pipe.   Electric Main office closet If there are cartridge fuses, pull out the cartridge. If there are circuit breakers, flip the switch labeled Main to the off position. 1st floor sprinkler Water Stairwell, near ceiling Turn the knob clockwise until it stops. 2nd floor sprinkler Water Stairwell, near ceiling Turn the knob clockwise until it stops.