During a building inspection, the water pipes are also inspected. It's therefore important to know if they are still in good condition or whether they will need replacing in the very near future. If the pipe makes a banging sound, that's water hammer. This phenomenon occurs in water pipes and can be caused by various factors. In all cases, it's a reason to take action, because a banging water pipe always leads to problems.
Many people are familiar with it: the water pipe makes a faint ticking sound. We don't really pay much attention to it. It's a bit annoying, but it generally goes away on its own. What many people don't realize is that when the pipe makes a thumping or ticking sound, there's a developing problem. Have you noticed a water pipe making a clicking, ticking, or thumping sound? Then it's important to have the water pipe inspected so the problem can be resolved. If this isn't done, you'll only end up with bigger problems and therefore higher costs in the long run.
Water hammer can be caused by several factors, but it should always be addressed. The banging pipes not only make noise but also cause vibrations. These vibrations cause various types of damage. Leaks can develop, resulting in water damage, or brackets can come loose from the wall. In the long term, your home can suffer various types of damage due to water hammer. By addressing and resolving the problem promptly, you can prevent damage to your home.
A thumping water pipe usually doesn't make itself heard all day long. Therefore, the noise may not be audible when you view a property. If you don't hear anything, it doesn't mean the water pipes are in good condition. It's important to get clarity before you buy the property so you can be sure about the condition of the pipes.
The cost of a building inspection (up to 250 m²) is only €489 including VAT. We'll conduct a comprehensive building inspection and you'll receive a building report. Do you have any questions? We're happy to help and can schedule an appointment with an expert inspector right away if you wish!
