What To Do About Noisy Water Pipes

6/7/2020 (Permalink)

If you do experience a pipe break, you will likely be dealing with water damage

If your water pipes are making a banging noise, you are at risk of a pipe break and flooding. However, it is possible to stop the banging and keep your pipes from bursting.

What Causes Noisy Pipes?

There are several reasons your pipes might make a banging sound. The following are some of the most common:

• malfunctioning air chamber
  
• excessive water pressure
  
• loose pipes
  
  

The air chamber works to absorb the shock caused when a valve closes. If the air chamber does not work, the shock can cause the pipes to bang. Water pressure being too high can also lead to a banging sound. If the pipes are loose, they may be noisy even if the pressure within the pipes is not very high. All of these issues can stress the pipes and lead to damaged connectors, leaks, or even a pipe break.

How To Fix Noisy Pipes?
To avoid a pipe burst or other serious problem, it is important to address the cause of the banging sound. If the problem is a waterlogged air chamber, emptying the water from the plumbing system should clear out the air chamber and allow it to work properly again. If this does not work, try installing water hammer arrestors between the supply lines (both hot and cold) and the shut-off valve. In cases where the problem is caused by excessive water pressure, it is important to lower the pressure in the pipes. Many homes have a pressure reduction valve that can be adjusted to reach the optimal water pressure level. If your home does not have such a valve, you can ask your municipal water authority to check the pressure for you. If loose pipes are causing the banging, make sure the stabilizing straps are secure and that none are missing.
If you do experience a pipe break, you will likely be dealing with water damage in addition to having to fix a broken pipe. Fortunately, an experienced restoration company can help you get your Penndel, PA, home back to normal quickly and safely.