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    Jan 30, 2011, 09:59 PM
    Why would my pipes bang for 10 minutes before sprinklers turn on?
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    Feb 2, 2011, 02:46 PM
    I'm not a plumber, but my pipes "bang" when there is "Air Pressure". Typically after turning off the main water switch or replacing a hot water heater.

    I would wait for a "Professional" on this one.
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    Sep 3, 2012, 10:50 PM
    I Know this is an old post but did you ever get this figured out. I'm having the same problem
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    Sep 4, 2012, 05:38 AM
    Hi kahalaw and welcome to The Plumbing Page at AskMeHelpDesk.com
    Do your pipes bang for 10 minutes or is it a single bang? Please list your complaint in detail. Thanks, nTom
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