Diagnose The Issue
To fix the plumbing problem you are having, it is important to first diagnose the issue. You must determine the source of the noise and listen to it when you flush the toilet, or turn off the faucet. It is important to do all of this before calling a plumber. It is important to not allow plumbers to see through your bathroom walls, only to discover that the noise is not coming directly from there.
These are the possible causes of vibrating sounds when your toilet flushes.
1. 1. The Fill Valve
The fill valve could be the problem if you hear a vibrating sound while flushing the toilet. The fill valve is equipped with a diaphragm seal, which can wear down and become stiffer and less flexible. This is easy to check yourself. Simply take off the tank’s lid and lift the valve arm. If the fill valve doesn’t produce the normal vibration, it must be replaced.
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Sometimes the loud vibrating sound is not from the toilet. It could be coming from a loose pipe in your wall. It is easy to get rid of the noise in this case. Pipe clips are all you need to attach the pipe to the frame. If you are unsure if this is possible, it is a good idea to call a professional.
3. Random Vibrations
The toilet flapper could be to blame if the vibrations don’t occur when you flush. The toilet bowl’s flapper can wear down, and water will start leaking into it.
The tank fills up and vibrates. To extend the life expectancy of your toilet flapper, you should not use harsh cleaning chemicals.
4. Water Hammer Effect
Water hammer effects can also cause vibrations and rattling sounds from your walls. This is when the valve shuts off too fast and the water is hitting it. This problem can also occur with faucets. There are many ways to deal with the water hammer effect. First, hire a plumber to install a water-hammer arrestor on the pipes. This second option is easier. Fill valves can be purchased that close faster than your existing ones. This type of fill valve is known as a slow-shutting valve.
What Is The Best Time To Call A Plumber?
It is expensive to hire a licensed plumber, and it may not be necessary. If you are:
- Problem with the sewer line
- After installing an arrestor, water hammer effect won’t disappear
- Water damage to fixtures and pipes
- You don’t have the equipment necessary to fix the pipes yourself
