Why does my kitchen faucet make a thumping sound?

Thumping in the water pipes is known as water hammer, and it happens when water, which is incompressible, changes direction suddenly. A certain flow rate in the faucet creates a resonant vibration that causes the water to bounce back and forth in the pipes.

What causes water pipes to thump?

In most cases, knocking pipes are caused by variable water pressure in the main supply pipes coming into your home. However, when the air used in pressurizing those pipes leaks or is depleted, water moves suddenly and violently, creating the knocking sound as it traverses the length of the supply lines.

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Why does my kitchen faucet make a thumping noise when I turn it on?

A Kitchen Faucet Makes a Thump Noise When water hammer affects a single fixture, such as a kitchen or bathroom faucet, you may be able to stop the banging by servicing the faucet and replacing the valve. The existing valve may be loose, forcing water to stop and start when you turn on the faucet.

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What should I do if my kitchen faucet is making noise?

Start by turning off the hot and cold water valves under the sink. Then twist off the end of the spout to remove the aerator (or use the aerator key that came with your faucet if it has a “hidden” aerator). Inspect the aerator and/or the check valve for signs of sediment buildup caused by hard water.

Why is water coming out of my Moen faucet?

When the handle is turned off the water continues to dr i p or stream out of the spout. Recommended Solution -Moen faucets are designed with an interior component called a cartridge.

Where can I buy a Moen kitchen faucet?

You can also identify your full faucet and replacement parts sheet by visiting the Identify my Product page on Moen.com, or you can contact us at 1-800-BUY-MOEN. “Is my cartridge under warranty”- Moen has a faucet warranty and a parts warranty.

A Kitchen Faucet Makes a Thump Noise When water hammer affects a single fixture, such as a kitchen or bathroom faucet, you may be able to stop the banging by servicing the faucet and replacing the valve. The existing valve may be loose, forcing water to stop and start when you turn on the faucet.

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For additional information on Moen products visit solutions.moen.com and select the type of faucet you are repairing. The faucet guide will contain repair details, troubleshooting and specific information on assembling handles associated with that style of product. Still Not Finding What You’re Looking For?