Can You Fix These Common Home System Failures? Test Your DIY Repair Skills!Share:FacebookPinterestTwitterMail14. What can cause your water heater to make rumbling noises?56%Next Correct Incorrect Sediment collects at the bottom, causing noise and reducing efficiency. 14. What can cause your water heater to make rumbling noises? Low voltage Sediment buildup Faulty thermostat Broken pipes 56%