There are various reasons why your pipes gather air that splutters out of your faucets. The most common reasons why this occurs are:

• Leakages in your piping or well system
• Your check valves become loose or start malfunctioning
• Tiny air pockets are formed whenever you are heating the water
• A well pump delivers a mixture of water and air because it is unable to draw in enough water.

Fortunately, fixing the above-mentioned plumbing issues is a simple DIY task that does not require you to call an expert plumber – unless you end up unable to do the repairs yourself. Here are the simple steps you should follow to bleed those disturbing air bubbles and ease yourself from the incessant loud noises behind your walls.

Follow the 3 Steps Below to Remove Air from Your Pipes

STEP 1: Switch off your main water supply valve

Check out your main water supply valve and ensure it is fully turned off. It can be inside or outside, depending on the warmth or coolness of the climate you live in.

Step 2: Open all faucets

Open all the faucets in your home or building to bleed all the air out of your pipes. Make sure you shut off the water pipe before turning on the faucets. Turn the faucets gently (not at full force) to allow the air to escape. Essentially, you should turn on all faucets that have a water connection, as well as washer and dishwasher. First, turn on the faucet closest to the shutoff valve, then on to the next one while the farthest faucet should be the last to be turned on.  Open every hot and cold faucet halfway to allow the air to run out unhindered. Also, flush the water completely out of the toilets.

Step 3: Switch On Your Main Water Supply

Once you have turned on all your faucets, as well as the outside spigots, ensure you also turn the water valve on. Allow the water to run through all your faucets for about 15 minutes to pave the way for a steady stream of water or until you stop hearing any noise coming from your pipe.

For dishwashers or washing machines, pour a cup of water in the appliance and allow it to run through a rinse cycle. If you observe a steady flow of water, that is an indication that there is no more air left in the pipes. Now, you can turn off every faucet starting from the farthest to the closest.

The occurrence of air in your pipes will not damage the plumbing system in your home or building, so you don’t have to worry. Often, people confuse the presence of air in their pipes with a water hammer condition. A water hammer arises when water flowing through the pipes suddenly changes direction because someone turned a faucet or water valve hastily thereby causing the water to return into the piping system. It can lead to extreme pressure and damage to your water system.

After following the above-mentioned steps, if you are still experiencing low water pressure or any other plumbing issues, you should consult an expert plumber.

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