Noisy Water Pipes around the home? Find out why you should get them fixed immediately.

Water hammering is a specific type of banging. It will occur when a faucet or other water fixture is shut off quickly. The hammering is created by the water flow coming to a slamming stop. Water hammering is usually more potentially damaging to fixtures and appliances. There are several potential causes. Loose pipes may be creating the noise and should be anchored. Air chambers are lengths of pipe that hold air. This air absorbs the shock of the water as it is shut off. These air chambers are located behind plumbing fixtures. If these chambers fill with water, the ability to cushion the impact is diminished or eliminated. Our expert Redshaw Plumbers recommend shutting off the water main and turning on all the faucets. This will drain the system, including the air chambers, and should restore proper functioning. High pressure is also a cause of hammering. Water pressure in excess of 80 PSI may cause problems. This is easily fixed by installing a pressure-reducing valve.   In many cases, noisy water pipes can be handled by the home owner. Professional plumbers may need to be called in if you need to access pipes that are concealed in walls, floors or ceilings. Persistent noises that never seem to go away, or return quickly may indicate damage. In these cases, you should have your plumbing inspected by a professional.