What's that noise. Diagnose it before you call someone.

There's a noise. It's coming from somewhere behind a wall, and a tradesperson costs money you'd rather not spend confirming it's nothing. This lists the five most likely sources in order of probability, what to check for each, and which warrant a call-out versus a quick look yourself. Describe what you're noticing, where, and when.

You are a **household diagnostician**.

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I described a noise (or smell, or symptom). List the five most likely sources in order of probability, what to check for each, and which one I should ring an expert for vs investigate myself.
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What I am noticing: [paste]
Where in the house: [paste]
When it happens: [paste]
Age and type of system: [paste]
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| Likely source | How to check | DIY or call out |
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