Many homeowners notice that plumbing noise becomes more prominent at night. Sounds such as knocking, ticking, banging, humming, or rushing water often seem louder when the building is quiet. While ...

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 ...

Dear James: The water pipes are loud in our house, especially at night; they make a knocking sound when we shut off a faucet. What causes this loud noise and how can we stop it? It sounds like ...

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 ...