If the noise occurs when you shut off the water, then water hammer might be the culprit. In this case, the stream of water ...

Q: When the water reaches the fill level in my washing machine and the agitation cycle starts, I always hear a loud series of bangs in the pipes behind the wall. What’s causing this? Will it harm the ...

Dear James: Whenever I shut the water off quickly, there is a banging sound. I am building a new house and want the plumbing to be quiet. What can I do to stop the banging noise? -- Kenny T. Dear ...

Water leaks are always troublesome, but burst pipes create instant and sometimes long-lasting damage to a home. The Portland Water Bureau reminds residents that while temperatures are expected to rise ...