Q: Our home is heated by hot water (radiators, not radiant heat). The system is divided into five zones, each with its own thermostat. What causes pipes to "bang" when, as I assume, one of those ...

Question: Our new home is now three years old. Ever since move-in day, we have had annoying ticking noises in several interior walls. Some of the noises start minutes after our furnace comes on. The ...

What is that persistent noise coming from your pipes trying to tell you? What is the cause? This article will help you identify the cause and a remedy to fix it. Your house is talking to you. And no, ...

In both residential and commercial buildings, heating and cooling cycles can take a toll on piping systems. When pipes expand due to heat and contract when they cool, they stress joints, supports, and ...

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The pipes are noisy only after hot water usage. The fact that you hear the noise only when hot water is used in the shower is a clue to the source of the problem. Copper pipes expand when hot water ...

Once the temperature begins to rise, burst pipes and leaks reveal themselves.

Simply defined, noise is unwanted sound. Efforts to manage noise in industrial spaces range from hearing protection for workers to blocking, breaking, absorbing, or isolating the noise at the source.

If you ever encounter a loud banging noise in your shower, don't look behind the curtain. I had just finished renovating my bathroom, including installing new shower plumbing, a new tub, fresh ceramic ...

If you're seeing signs that it's time to replace your water heater and haven't bought one in a long time, it might be a little confusing. Your plumber might recommend adding a water heater expansion ...