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    Mar 28, 2018, 09:36 PM
    Will humming pipes lead to water leaks because of high pressure?
    Pipes are humming intermittently, but stop after toilet is flushed. Is there a danger of pipes bursting until we can contact a plumber? Should I shut off the main water supply overnight?
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    Mar 29, 2018, 12:35 AM
    Hi there...

    Are the pipes humming only immediately after the toilet is flushed ? Then the sound stops when toilet tank is refilled ?

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    Milo

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