FAQ - NOISY PIPES

What causes that hammering or pounding noise I hear in my pipes?

The hammering or pounding noise you hear in your pipes is caused by vibration that often occurs when a toilet valve or taps suddenly stop a stream of moving water in a pipe. When the valve closes suddenly it creates a shock wave that reverberates through your pipes. Not only is the noise annoying, it can cause damage to your plumbing system, your toilet, your pipes and your fixtures.

Water hammer arrestors are available to combat the problem and can be easily installed by a professional and will cushion the moving columns of water through your pipes and reduce or eliminate the noise.

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