air in water lines

econdave

I have a lot of air in my water lines, what causes this?

ron schenker

Or you on a well?

econdave

no, town water.

FatAugie

Is the town screwing with the lines (repairing, adding, flushing hyrdrents, etc)? If not, then you better start looking for a leak somewhere. How's the hot water heater? Water meter? Outside spigots?

Check as much of the system as you can find before you get a surprise some Sunday Morning.

Marlin

It would be a strange leak to be letting air in. I'd ask the neighbors if they're having similar problems or call the water district and ask if they're doing work on the lines.

FatAugie

I had a leak three years ago that was doing just that. I'll post some pictures when I get home of the crusty buildup from calcium. It was leaking verrrrryyyyy sloooowwwwllllyy, but when the kitchen faucet was opened, it provided enough suction to let in some air. Not a ton....it wasn't spitting and popping like it was drained or anything...but a little gurgling and bubbles in the stream.