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