[homeclinic] Re: Monthy Homeclinic question on Banging waterpipes
- From: "Kenneth J. Kovler" <kkovler@xxxxxxxx>
- To: <homeclinic@xxxxxxxxxxxxx>
- Date: Fri, 11 May 2001 06:29:47 -0400 (EDT)
Once upon a time on Thu, 10 May 2001,at 10:20pm lhzirkle wrote about:...
>
> The statement is false. The sudden stopping of the flow causes "water
> hammer". Solenoid valves used in modern appliances operate slowly enough to
> prevent that problem.
>
> Lew
>
>
The question was ..
True or False: If you hear a banging noise when turning on and off
faucets in your home it is from mineral buildup on the inside of your
pipes that is getting dislodged.
Correct it was false.
noise occurs when you turn off the water at a faucet or an appliance
quickly. The water flowing through the pipes slams to a stop, causing a
hammering noise. Pipe noises range from loud hammering sounds to
high-pitched squeaks. The causes may be loose pipes, water logged air
chambers, or water pressure that's too high. Anchoring exposed pipes is a
simple solution; other remedies such as anchoring pipes concealed inside
walls, floors or ceilings, may call for a professional.
Until next month remember you can post any question related to the home
repairs or related matters. Just send it to homeclinic@xxxxxxxxxxxxx
ken (list owner)
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