At Goode Plumbing, we understand how frustrating and unsettling it can be when your toilet starts acting up or making strange noises. That plumbing noise after flushing can make you wonder if there is a serious issue. You may be right – a toilet making noise after flushing can be a sign of significant plumbing issues that require expertise.
Whether your toilet is gurgling, whistling, or screeching, we’re here to help you identify the cause and provide effective toilet noise solutions. Let’s explore some of the most common toilet noises and the types of plumbing issues they may indicate. We understand how stressful a noisy toilet can be, and we’re here to help bring peace and quiet back into your home.
Common Toilet Noises and What They Mean
Whistling or High-Pitched Screeching
A toilet screeching noise is often caused when a fill valve becomes clogged or worn-out. That annoying and high-pitched screeching sound is more often than not a toilet fill valve noise. Mineral deposits from hard water can contribute to clogging and create that awful whistling or screeching noise you hear after flushing. We can help clean out the valve, or replace it, if necessary, to get your toilet back to working normally.
Gurgling or Bubbling
If you’re hearing your toilet gurgling after flushing, that noise may be caused by air trapped due to toilet vent issues. At Goode Plumbing, we use professional tools to inspect the vent stacks and remove any potential obstructions. We’ll secure your pipes and make sure to fix that toilet making a strange sound. We can provide a thorough vent and drain inspection as well as drain cleaning services.
Banging Sound
Maybe you’re hearing your toilet making a banging noise and you just want it to stop. This type of noise is often a sign of a water hammer toilet issue. The water flow may suddenly stop, and this causes a pressure surge that results in vibrating or banging pipes. This type of issue may require our expertise to help secure your pipes. You can check out our water hammer solutions page to request a quote, and we’d be happy to help get this issue resolved for you right away.
Hissing
Another type of toilet sound that may indicate a problem is a toilet hissing sound. We often encounter this type of noise when there is a toilet flapper problem. The toilet flapper may be misaligned or require repairs to the valve. We’ve got the plumbing expertise to realign or replace the flapper to make that hissing noise go away.
Is the Noise a Sign of a Bigger Problem?
Some toilet noises may signify a greater pipe or sewer line blockage, in which case, we’re here to help you. It is best to call our plumbing company as soon as you hear a strange toilet noise and avoid potential costly repairs. Our professional plumbers can identify the issue at hand and get your plumbing system functioning in top shape.
Preventative Tips to Keep Your Toilet Quiet
There are some preventative measures you can take to keep your toilet working in optimal fashion. Here are some ways you can protect your plumbing system and prevent a noisy toilet:
- Clear the vents: Ensure that your vent stack is cleared of any debris to avoid toilet vent issues.
- Monitor your water pressure: You should always keep your water pressure in the range of 40 to 80 PSI to avoid water hammer toilet problems.
- Flush with care: Don’t try to flush non-flushable items, such as baby wipes or feminine hygiene products, in your toilet. Be mindful of the items you are disposing that could cause a blockage or other issue in your toilet.
- Fix your noisy toilet fast: Don’t wait to reach out to us for our expertise when you need it. If you don’t know what is causing a toilet noise, we can come out and diagnose and resolve the issue.
- Schedule annual maintenance inspections: Reach out to Goode Plumbing to schedule a plumbing inspection so we can confirm everything is working properly and help prevent minor issues turning into major ones. A plumbing inspection with our company every one to two years will give you peace of mind.
If you are looking for a noisy toilet fix, we’re here to help. Call us now to book your repair appointment, emergency service, or annual maintenance inspection with Goode Plumbing, serving the Chicagoland area. We can help you restore and maintain a quiet bathroom.
