There’s Nothing To Fear! It’s Only Noisy Pipes!
It might almost be Halloween, but there is still nothing to fear when the house starts to make unusual noises. According to professionals in the industry, the culprit is most likely coming from the pipes and could very well be the water pressure causing the issues. Pipe sounds are scary, but the louder they get, the more concerning they seem. Homeowners shouldn’t be frightened by the sounds, though. With a simple call to their local professionals, they can have the problem fixed in no time, regardless of what’s causing it. Even humming and whistling noises have their cause, and it’s most likely plumbing-related, not ghost-related.
To learn more about the different sounds that scare almost any homeowner when they go bump in the night, continue reading below.
Why Homeowners Hear Humming Sounds
Humming coming from the piping system is classically due to high water pressure. When the water pressure is too high, it’s as if there isn’t enough space in the pipes to allow for the rush of water to safely get through. In turn, the piping system will start to shake or vibrate, which causes the humming sound heard throughout the home.
On its own, this isn’t necessarily a cause for concern. However, if and when the pipes have a few clogs in them, that is when things get risky. Clogs in the system, combined with high water pressure, can lead to leaking and burst pipes in no time.
That is the main reason why homeowners should call a professional when they first start to hear humming in the house. The longer they wait, the higher the chance they start to experience leaks and other plumbing issues.
Have the Pipes Started Whistling?
As mentioned, dirty or clogged pipes and high water pressure don’t mix. Typically, when this happens, the humming will turn to whistling. Homeowners could very well hear both simultaneously. Homeowners should call in a professional to look the moment they start to hear whistling within the walls of their home.
Professionals will most likely recommend a pipe cleaning, first and foremost. After this, they will fix the high water pressure. High water pressure, on its own, isn’t necessarily bad for the piping system. Still, other elements in play make high water pressure a serious problem that one should fix right away.
High water pressure causes:
- Faster wear and tear of pipes
- Loose screws and plumbing parts
- Leaks and burst pipes
- Damaged fixtures
- Worn out seals
Water Hammer Is Frightening!
High water pressure is classically linked to what professionals call, water hammer. It is common in systems that utilize valves as a plumbing system does. Essentially, it happens when a surge of water comes through the system and is forced to change direction suddenly—a sudden change in momentum.
The quickest way to fix this is to have a pressure relief valve installed in the home. This is easily done with professional help. Professionals might also recommend homeowners have their system regularly flushed to help prevent this in the future.
Older homes with pipes placed at 90-degree angles are more prone to water hammers. Here, professionals might recommend repiping in some areas of the home to reduce the likelihood of this happening again.
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