I have a gas boiler and some of the pipes are make an annoying tapping sound when the heat kicks up. The boiler is 2 years old. I think that a 20ft section of pipe in the cellar is pitched wrongly.

With more than 8,000 internet searches in the last year relating to boiler problems, experts share what all the whistling or knocking noises actually mean - and whether you can fix the issue yourself.

Hello–I have a gas boiler with steam heat and the pipes make an annoying tapping sound when the heat is on. I think the pipes need to to be “bled”. Boiler is not that old…about 7 years. How much money ...

Is your boiler making noises out of the norm? While some sounds are normal, it's best to follow your instincts if they seem suspicious. Home systems require regular maintenance, but even with routine ...

If your boiler is making noises that don't seem right, it's probably causing you a sinking feeling. Whether it's a whistle or a gurgle, you're going to be wondering one thing - what it's going to cost ...

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Q: Our home is heated by hot water (radiators, not radiant heat). The system is divided into five zones, each with its own thermostat. What causes pipes to "bang" when, as I assume, one of those ...

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Boilers are an essential part of modern heating systems - but they can sometimes produce various noises that may mean something's wrong. Understanding these sounds can help homeowners identify ...

It’s that time of year again – households will be turning the heating back on as summer is now a distant memory and the temperatures are beginning to drop, especially in the evenings. But if you ...