How To Fix Water Hammer In Pipes
Installing arrestors on both supply lines will protect both pipes from damage from water hammer even if you don t hear them both banging.
How to fix water hammer in pipes. Adjust the water pressure reduction valve. It is a short segment of vertical pipe installed near the valves. Purging air from the pipe or repairing your faucets and toilet valves might help. But the best solution is to install a water hammer arrestor near the source of the banging. Loud banging noises when you turn a faucet on or off is caused by water hammer.
Install 2 arrestors 1 on the cold water supply line and 1 on the hot. You may think you will need a plumber for this task. This creates an effect of air filled pipe that acts as a tampon for the next time when water changes direction suddenly. Whether using arrestors on washing machines or other taps install them on both hot and cold taps.