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    Mar 8, 2011, 07:23 PM
    What causes vibrating in walls apartment?
    I manage an apartment building that has problems with vibrations and loud banging. Many of the tenants say that it sounds like a semi truck running. It is an old building with a new boiler. I have asked plumbers and they all say that it is probably a toilet; however, I have sent out a notice regarding anyone's toilet and have no complaints. I am at a loss. One of the tenants on the ground floor is continually bothered by the vibrating that usually happens in the evening... how can I find out what is the problem or does anyone have any ideas.
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    Mar 8, 2011, 08:06 PM

    Could be loose washer in a stop valve somewhere. Noise being transmitted through pipes. Tenants may each think it is coming from someone else's apartment. You will probably have to go to each apartment and flush toilets and turn on faucets.
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    Mar 9, 2011, 03:41 AM
    May be both air in the pipes (so bleed all the radiators) and loose washers in water supply and stop valves such as for toilets (check the newly installed ones). It may happen in the evening because the heat is coming on more as it gets colder, or more people are home and flushing toilets (the noise can be loud when the tank is filling). If it's really a new boiler, make the installer come back.
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    Mar 9, 2011, 12:39 PM

    Experience has spoken: I fully agree with Harold. Sorry, Harold, system would not allow me to give you a positive feedback...
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