What causes rattling pipes? - Frequently Asked Plumbing Questions, Answered by The Plumbing Expert.

Frequently Asked Questions


 

What causes rattling pipes?

09 Jan, 2020 | Return|

This problem is usually caused by the water lines not being properly secured. It can be easily fixed but only if your water lines are easily accessible. It means that either in one or many places your water lines come into contact with the wood of your floor joists. All you need to do is get copper or plastic pipe hangers that will secure your water lines to your wooden joists.

Related

What is the best solution for a clogged bathtub or sink drain?

This is a very common problem and there is no definitive answer as each drain could be clogged for a...

Read More >

What is that steel pipe that sticks out of the ground?

All wells require a casing to seal off possible contaminants at or near the ground surface. This is ...

Read More >

What is the proper way to plunge a bathtub drain?

A bathtub drain is difficult to clear if you have a trip lever because as you plunge the water could...

Read More >

Is there anything I can do to protect my family from arsenic and lead in ground water?

Regional testing continues to reveal ground water contaminants of all kinds. Even municipal water su...

Read More >

I am not getting enough hot water from my electric water heater.

The temperature control may be set too low. Otherwise it’s generally a faulty heating element ...

Read More >

Should I install the tankless water heater myself?

No! Improper installation will void your warranty and could have a potentially harmful effect on you...

Read More >