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Water hammer And Your Plumbing


Do you often hear banging in your walls? Does this occur when you either turn your plumbing on or off? Whether you're using hot water or cold. If you're familiar with the loud sound of noisy pipes, keep on reading.


We'll explain what water hammer is, how you might be at risk and how best to solve your water hammering problem. Network Plumbing can help protect your house and ensure the safety of your pipes, banishing those loud sounds forever.


Water hammer occurs due to a hydraulic shock wave reverberating throughout the piping system. When a substance like water or gas travels through your pipes, it builds pressure. If the sound is coming from your washing machine, dishwasher, or even your taps and other appliances when in use... this will need to be assessed and addressed by a professional plumber to ensure you reduce your risk of damage to your plumbing.


Yes, it might seem like an annoyance, but it is more than that. It's your pipes letting you know there is a fault in the system and that fault needs to be rectified. An issue like this will not resolve itself. The tension will continue, until the pressure spikes and now you're dealing with an emergency plumbing situation that can not be left unattended. A water hammer problem requires immediate attention, solutions are needed in order to fix water hammer.

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WHAT IS WATER HAMMER?

Water hammer is the intense build-up of pressure created inside your pipeline when a valve closes shut and the flow of water has nowhere to go. The reverberating force of the water suddenly stopping is the hammering you hear.


The hydraulic shock may continue after the valve has been activated, with the water travelling back and forth in the pipework until the pressure has reduced. An efficient water system should not sound like a hammer might suddenly appear, bursting out of your walls. The flow should be smooth and without banging.

When To Install -

Water Hammer Arrestor &

How Air Chambers Work?


A water hammer arrestor might be an effective and quick solution. What is a water hammer arrestor? A water hammer arrestor essentially creates air chambers. This space allows the pressure that's built up to release within the air chambers instead of the water coming to a sudden stop, resulting in shocks and bangs. These nifty air pockets work wonders.


When valves suddenly shut off the flow of water the hydraulic shock needs to go somewhere. The air chamber in the water hammer arrestor provides a safe air space. It is simple to install water hammer arrestors with an air chamber and that might just fix that pressure wave found in your systems.


Air chambers installed correctly by a licensed plumber might assist to fix water hammer and eliminate that all too familiar noise of bang, bang, bang when a valve is actioned.


6 Main Causes of Water Hammer

A Faulty Jumper Valve

High Water Pressure

Wrong Size Pipes

Damaged Pipe Connection

Age of the Pipes

Loose Clipped Pipe Work


Water Pressure and

Water Hammer


Homes that have a water supply in excess of 500kpa are at greater risk of hammering than homes that do not. High pressure on your plumbing systems stress the line. Working it harder, not smarter... just harder.


Water pressure plays a major role in the longevity of your pipeline, valves and drains. If you can control the pressure, you're reducing water hammer and all the effects it can have on your piping. Sometimes the hammering may be occurring... silently.


The increased water pressure that may flow, will have a larger shock wave when a valve is used in the house. Water valves are not indestructible. When you're hearing a noise from your piping systems, it's time to seek solutions and be proactive.


Our professional plumbers can test the pressure of your water supply line to determine the level of water pressure you're dealing with and if that might be the cause of your water hammer. Having a plumbing company that understands water hammer and all the possible solutions will save you and your hearing.


One solution to dealing with it, when it's known you have a water pressure supply that is high, is to install a pressure limiting valve to your house. This valve can be described as a pressure regulator. This reduced flow of a water supply line will be much kinder to your valves and pipes.

Risk of Leaving a

Water Hammer Problem

  • Burst Pipes
  • Broken Valve
  • Water Damage
  • Water Leaks
  • Gas Leaks

The danger of not fixing your water hammer will leave you vulnerable to an emergency.

Prolonged pipe exposure to water hammer will take its toll on your plumbing.

The Company We Keep

WE ARE FAMILY OWNED &
 OPERATED SINCE 1988

With our 33 years of experience in the plumbing industry, our business has remained a family owned and run. We have the knowledge, experience and credibility to solve your all plumbing needs.

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& PROPERTY

Our Business is based on building relationships, not transactions. We respect your time, property and your possessions on every plumbing job we attend.

WE ARE UPFRONT WITH TRANSPARENT PRICING

Network offer clear, upfront pricing for all our plumbing works. We communicate openly with our clients, no hidden fees here.

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COMPLIANT & QUALIFIED

All our Sydney Plumbers are fully insured, certified and compliant. We meet the Australian Standards 3500.

WE VALUE CLEAR COMMUNICATION WITH ALL OUR CLIENTS

We believe communication is an essential part of a successful relationship. Our customer journey begins and ends with direct, clear and informed understanding.

WE USE QUALITY 
PLUMBING PRODUCTS

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WE INVEST IN OUR
TEAM & BUSINESS

Our team is our greatest asset. We continually invest in training, education and the latest plumbing technology. Improving our know how, improves our service.

FAQs

  • WHAT CAUSES WATER HAMMER?

    Having noisy pipes is the result of a pressure build-up when there is an interruption to the flow of either water or gas within your pipe and plumbing system. When a valve is actioned and shut off, this can create a shock effect.  


    3 main areas you may need to assess are the following,


    • Faulty jumper valves
    • Pipes that have become unclipped or have loose clips 
    • High water pressure
  • HOW TO STOP WATER HAMMER?

    To stop water hammer, Contact Network plumbing. We can assess, investigate and fix the plumbing problems in no time at all. 


    However, in the meantime, here are some plumbing tips. We've compiled our top 3 areas you may need to assess.


    1. Replace any faulty jumper valves
    2. Reconnect any loose clip attachments holding the water pipe
    3. Install arrestors with an air chamber where necessary 
    4. Installing a pressure limiting valve
  • CAN PIPES BURST FROM WATER HAMMER?

    Yes, pipes can burst from excessive exposure to water hammer. The force is real and will take a toll on the pipe in question. Water hammer is an indication that there is a fault in your system that needs to be attended to. If it's a faulty jumper valve, loose connection, or a water system that delivers excessive water flow... these all need to be assessed by a professional company that has the skill set to fix the hammering and control the situation before a pipe burst occurs. Read more to learn how to fix burst pipes

  • WHAT IS THE BANGING OF PIPES WHEN MY WATER IS TURNED ON?

    Do you have noisy pipes? Whether it's hot water or cold water, if a pipe is not secure and has loose mounting clips, the pipe will move around from the pressure travelling through the system. This may be the reason you experience the water hammer effect when you turn on your system.

  • IS WATER HAMMER DANGEROUS?

    Yes, leaving a water hammer issue is dangerous. You may end up with a burst pipe and then water damage as a result. Water damage and health concerns go hand in hand. Don't leave it until you're handling an emergency. Act now. Contact our plumbing service today for a hassle-free assessment.

  • WHY DO I SUDDENLY HAVE WATER HAMMER?

    You may have had water hammer for a while, it's just been silent up till now. The louder the hammer becomes the quicker you need an assessment by a professional plumber. It's an indication that your system is under even more pressure, a valve has loosened or the mounting clips have dismounted. Contact our plumbing service today and don't put up with noisy pipes any longer.

  • IS WATER HAMMER BAD?

    Yes, it's not good. But it is completely fixable with the correct intervention and maintenance. Fill in our contact form to discuss how Network can help solve your pipe concerns. 

  • WILL INSTALLING MODERN MIXER TAPS REDUCE WATER HAMMER?

    New taps unfortunately are not a water hammer fix. The hammering noise is happening in the water pipe. Whether it's an old house or a new house, that loud banging can happen at any time.


    If you're after a plumber to go the extra mile and give you good service, then call us on 9023 3232 and we will send a plumber out to check your water supply, water flow, and air pressure and offer plumbing tips and water hammer solutions for you.

  • DO I NEED TO SHUT OFF THE WATER WHEN I HAVE A HAMMERING NOISE?

    When you have water hammer issues you do not need to stop the flow of water. As irritating as the noise is, it's highly recommended to call a plumber to investigate and resolve the issue - especially if it's been happening for quite some time.


    Our technicians deal with water hammers all the time. we highly recommend calling us to book an inspection today!

  • WHAT IS A WATER PRESSURE REGULATOR?

    This is the same thing as a pressure limiting valve. When applied to your pipes it ensures that there isn't a sudden pressure surge meaning less pressure will be on your expansion joints limiting the likelihood of water hammer in your home or workplace. 


    Like everything, your plumbing needs regular and efficient service to ensure everything is operating correctly in your home.


    Our plumbers at Network Plumbing have the equipment and skills to solve any plumbing dilemmas for you!

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