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Frost Quakes Those Loud Banging Sounds You Hear in the NightAre You Hearing Strange Noises In The Night?Do you hear strange LOUD popping sounds in the night? Don’t worry it most likely is just a Frost Quake. Your house will not fall down. A Frost Quake happens when moisture suddenly freezes and then expands. This winter has been a doozy for them! Frost quakes are technically known as cryoseism. Local temperatures have been frigid, but like this weekend we have had some occasional warm-ups which have allowed for thawing. For a moment there I only had to wear my vest and I dreamed about my flip flops…and then BAM the temperature swung back to freezing temps.  The noise you may be hearing is very loud – some might compare it to a plane crashing or gunshots. It’s not the regular noise you hear when your house is creaking or ice is breaking. Homeowners often hear this noise more at night because ambient noise during the day tends to drown it out. Back to the HOME Schooled lesson…so as you learned in 7th-grade science class water expands when it freezes and stress builds up until it is released. I think David learned this in his Rocket Class (Yes people he took this class by choice) and used this knowledge when he was at a home today in Lynnfield. One homeowner we visited was concerned about the structure of her roof and possibly thought the gutter was hanging off and banging into the house. While these are valid reasons, this wasn’t the case today. She was experiencing Frost Quakes and these occur when we have a thaw and a rapid melt. So it’s not ghosts, or a large raccoon and has no fear, your house is not going to fall down. It’s back to 7th grade Science class (or Rocket Class for David) with the basic laws of physics taking place. The noises you hear are from the expansion and contraction from the wood rafters and sheathing (down to ¼”) resulting from the big differences in temperatures between the frigid cold outside and the warmer temperatures inside your home. And again, as David can attest, sound travels further in colder temperatures so it may seem louder in the quietness of your home. So what can you do besides purchase a pair of earplugs? This is quite possibly a sign of inadequate ventilation and/or insulation. If your roof is 15 years or older, call us today for a full roof inspection and estimate. At Coastal Windows & Exteriors we offer the best roofing products, roof warranties, and roof installation in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Earplugs come free of charge! Share This!What’s exploding head syndrome? Exploding head syndrome is a condition that happens during your sleep. The most common symptom includes hearing a loud noise as you fall asleep or when you wake up. Despite its scary-sounding name, exploding head syndrome usually isn’t a serious health problem. While its exact cause is unknown, it belongs to a group of conditions called parasomnias, which are sleep disorders that wake you up from a partial or deep sleep. Nightmares, night terrors, and sleepwalking are also parasomnias. If you have exploding head syndrome, you’ll hear loud explosion-like noises as you’re drifting off to sleep or around when you’re waking up. The former is a type of hypnogogic hallucination, and the latter is a type of hypnopompic hallucination. Although they’re only hallucinations, which are imagined, the noises in exploding head syndrome feel very realistic at the time they occur. These noises may jolt you awake and keep you from falling back to sleep. It might happen only once, or you may have recurring experiences. The loud noise typically only happens when you’re going between sleep stages and usually goes away once you’re awake. Some people also see flashes of light along with the loud noises. Other additional symptoms include:
The causes of exploding head syndrome aren’t fully understood. Some researchers believe it’s a neurological issue, while others think it’s related to clinical fear and anxiety. It could also be related to the components of your middle ear shifting during the night. People with high stress levels or a history of other sleep interruptions seem to be at a higher risk of having exploding head syndrome. While doctors used to think it was more common in older adults and women, newer research suggests it’s fairly common in college students as well. If you have symptoms of exploding head syndrome, you doctor might refer you to a sleep specialist. You may be asked to keep a sleep diary of your symptoms, as well as keep track of your dietary habits and emotional states, every night for a few weeks. In some cases, you may need to spend a night in a sleep laboratory. There, a sleep specialist can conduct polysomnographic testing to evaluate various things happening in your body simultaneously while you sleep. This includes your neurological activity with an electroencephalogram, to try to pinpoint the cause. There’s no standard treatment for exploding head syndrome. Your treatment plan will depend on your age, other symptoms, and the degree to which your symptoms impact your life. For some, certain types of medication can help. These include medications that influence neurological activity, such as anticonvulsants and tricyclic antidepressants. Calcium channel blockers may also help. Other treatment solutions include:
For some people, simply finding out that this condition is generally not harmful and not a reason to be overly concerned is enough to improve symptoms. The symptoms of exploding head syndrome aren’t dangerous by themselves. For some people, however, the associated sensation of being jolted awake in fear can lead to ongoing anxiety. In some cases, this anxiety makes it very hard to fall asleep, which can lead to physical and psychological problems in time. Exploding head syndrome can be frightening, especially the first few times you experience symptoms. Try to reduce your stress level, especially before you go to bed. If it happens regularly or starts to affect your sleep schedule, contact your doctor and ask about seeing a sleep specialist. Why do I hear loud bangs outside at night?The noises you hear are from the expansion and contraction from the wood rafters and sheathing (down to ¼”) resulting from the big differences in temperatures between the frigid cold outside and the warmer temperatures inside your home.
What are those loud booms at night?A skyquake is a phenomenon where a loud booming sound is reported to originate from the sky. The sound may cause noticeable vibration in a building or across a particular area. Those who experience skyquakes typically do not have a clear explanation for what caused them and they are perceived as "mysterious."
Why do I hear banging in my house at night?The knocking or banging noise you hear coming from your walls usually occurs when air pressure builds in your water pipes. This pressure builds up and causes your pipes to vibrate once the pressure is released (when your faucets are turned on or your toilet is flushed).
Why do I keep hearing bangs in my house?While water hammer is the most common cause of a loud banging noise, it may also relate to loose straps connecting the pipes to the wall studs of the house. The loose straps may relate to water hammer or be due to other factors. The problem may also stem from excessive water pressure in your house.
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