View Full Version : Mysterious water leak
maareksteele
Apr 21, 2010, 07:48 AM
I have noticed that when I turn off the water in my kitchen sink, I hear the sound of water dripping coming from upstairs under my bathtub for 10-15 seconds. I am having a hard time locating the source of this drip. I assume its caused by a supply line but I wanted to ask a pro first for their opinion. Also, I seem to only hear this drip after using the hot water.
creahands
Apr 21, 2010, 10:11 AM
Is the kitchen sink under bathroom?
If supply line was leaking, it would be constant.
One of the plumbing pros may have a better idea.
Good luck
Chuck
CHayn
Apr 22, 2010, 01:48 PM
Its probably just expansion and contraction of the pipe and its rubbing against a structural member of the house. Nothing to worry about most likely.
massplumber2008
Apr 22, 2010, 02:54 PM
Hi all:
As Chayn has indicated, this sounds like an expansion/contraction issue, especially being established in connection to a hot water pipe... ;)
Here, pipes can actually get overhung and in turn don't leave room for the pipe to expand as it needs, too.
At this point, if you don't see anything I wouldn't worry at all!
Mark