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Default What causes air in water pipes?

On Jul 14, 8:28�pm, YvonneD wrote:


No, the water is not hotter than usual. �In fact I was thinking of
asking them to set the temp higher when they come.

Also, it is not well water. �I use Town water.-


Air in water lines that are on city water can be a common occurence,
especially if you are at the end of the main line. When the pumps
loose power due to an electrical outage, or other reason, air is
produced thru what is called "cavitation" in the pumps volute. If this
is the case, there is not much you can due about it, other than
contacting your water company and see if they can (or are willing) to
either reduce the pressure slightly or take other measures. They way
want to know about your problem in order to maximize their delivery
and avoid other problems. Anyway, check with them before you call a
plumber.

Hank ~~~~ Sorry about your loss.