I can hear a hammering noise in my pipes
Hammering is a term that describes the knocking or vibrating noise that occasionally comes from water pipes.
Find out what causes it and what to do if it is happening at your house.
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Pressure fluctuations caused by turning your taps off quickly
What to do:
We recommend to call a licensed plumber (if no works have been carried out in your area).
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The jumper valve in your tap is sticking
What to do:
We recommend to call a licensed plumber (if no works have been carried out in your area).
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Air in pipes, especially after maintenance work
What to do:
- Run water from the outside tap that is closest to your water meter. This will expel air in the pipes.
- Turn on your taps slowly, one at a time, to allow for any trapped air to escape.
- Leave the taps running until any milkiness or discolouration clears.
Helpful tips
- Don't do any washing or use your dishwasher or washing machine until the discolouration clears.
- Make sure your water is completely clear before using any hot water, as dirty water can affect your hot water system.
- Running a tap for 5 minutes to clear your water uses on average 75 litres of water, which costs about 30 cents.
- Collect the water in a bucket and use this on your lawn and garden.