New Build - Water Hammer

Fawkon

Hi folks,

I was hoping to get some more experienced heads guidance on an issue within a recently built property.

A number of taps in the house appear to have an issue with “water hammer” namely my Ensuite, W.C and Kitchen tap. Anytime they are shut off there is a distinct rattle within the pipework/hoses that are feeding these taps.

Our original plumber (well his apprentice) came to investigate and highlighted it is not an uncommon issue within a high water pressure home and that there is nothing to worry about. (He also stated I was closing the taps too fast…)

For me the issue is A) It’s very annoying especially considering it is all new equipment and B) I am concerned it may cause damage to the pipework in the long run from reading online.

The house is block wall throughout so I am hoping he is correct as it’s not a straightforward job to get back into the pipework due to plastering and tiling etc.

I have included a video of the WC tap and Ensuite taps as examples unfortunately the sound of the water does hide some of the noise of the “rattling” but I promise you it’s not un noticeable in person.

Can anyone advise if this is something I should be concerned about and if the plumber was fobbing me off to avoid extra work?

W.C https://streamable.com/0feo1o

Ensuite https://streamable.com/ljf8k6

Fawkon

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Citizen Six

Take it easy on those faucets. They won't last jig time with you being so rough with them.