Noisy plumbing may be more than just a minor inconvenience. While a sound now and then may not be a cause for alarm, homeowners shouldn’t ignore these four plumbing sounds! When you need reliable plumbers in Gainesville, Quality Plumbing of Gainesville Inc. has you covered! With 24/7 emergency plumbing services and plumbing appointments when you need them, we’ll have your home back up and running in no time.
Humming Or Vibrating
Humming or vibrating water pipes could have a few different causes. Sometimes, the issue is that the motor is running, but no water is being pumped. It could also mean that there is abnormally high water pressure in the pipes, causing them to shift around. If you hear this around your toilet, the issue might be a faulty valve that will need to be replaced ASAP. If the sound is coming from a faucet or showerhead, a washer inside the fixture may need to be replaced.
Rattling, Hammering, Or Banging
Rattling pipes or pipes banging usually means that there is a loose component. Knocking pipes can also mean that the pipes aren’t secure, which allows them to bang against the flooring or wall as water moves through them. If you have noisy pipes when running water, there could be a blocked vent pipe, also known as a “water hammer.” The vent allows the vacuum caused by the moving water to be released. If there is a clog, the vacuum can’t be released and will cause hammering sounds in the pipes.
Whistling
Whistling pipes near the toilet may mean that there is a leaky valve. Open the lid to the toilet’s tank and see if the sound gets louder. If the whistling sound is coming from other pipes, it may be caused by a build-up of grime, mineral deposits, or debris. Our Gainesville plumbers can use video camera pipe inspection to determine if this is the issue and flush the pipes out with hydro jet drain cleaning, which is safe and effective.
Gurgling
If your sink gurgles or you have a gurgling drain, a clog is almost always the culprit. Our sewer and drain cleaning services can quickly alleviate this issue. However, if the issue is direr, we also offer repiping services. Repiping can be a good way to replace outdated water supply piping to ensure the longevity of your plumbing system.