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    Oct 23, 2007, 05:25 PM
    Vibrating Pipes
    When the hot water faucet is turned on the pipes in the basement vibrate, cause and solutions please.
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    Oct 23, 2007, 05:40 PM
    Any hot water faucet or just one?
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    Oct 24, 2007, 08:58 AM
    Just one at this time.
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    Oct 24, 2007, 09:23 AM
    I'm surprised Tom hasn't been back here today to further explain what's going on. I suspect that your hot water faucet has a loose washer that is fluttering when you open the faucet. Shut off your main line and open the faucet stem, inspect for debris and /or loose washer.
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