Is your water pressure lacking? This could signal problem with your pipes or may indicate that corrosion and buildup are present. Remember to always contact a plumber to avoid long term damage!
There is a significant difference between commercial and residential plumbing installation, even for the smallest of commercial structures. We understand these differences, installing and calibrating every aspect of the plumbing system to ensure it works correctly and can meet the demands placed on it.
It's easy to think of your plumbing system as only bringing in water, but it also has to take wastewater away. Experienced plumbing contractors approach a house's plumbing as a whole system, from the water main connection to the sewer connection.
Businesses come in all shapes and sizes, from the small, ten-person office to the large retail center. That’s why commercial plumbers are flexible, and no matter what size plumbing job you need done, they’ll be able to handle it.
LEED certification for schools requires consideration to be paid to plumbing that handles process water, defined as water not used for plumbing fixtures or irrigation. It covers cooling towers, laundry facilities, food service, and other systems using the potable water system.
Did you know that a low-flush toilet can offer significant water-saving potential? It is reported that a low-flush toilet can help to conserve 18,000 gallons of water annually.
In addition to being quick to install and easy to connect, PEX pipe is quiet. Copper pipes may clang or chatter under pressure or temperature changes. PEX pipe is flexible and resilient with a smooth inner surface, so it delivers water without the sound effects.
With the latest in technology, a plumbing contractor can determine if that clogged pipeline can be easily flushed out or whether there is a crack in the pipe that will require a section of the pipe to be replaced. A tiny camera can be inserted into the pipeline to get a view of the inside of your pipe.
The word “sewer” dates from the 1400s and is derived from the Middle French word "esseweur," "to drain off." Today, it refers to any pipe, conduit, or drain that is buried underground and designed to carry off waste water and matter.
Did you know that your fixtures may require more frequent repair or replacement when you have hard water? The minerals in the water can form a film in your pipes and fixtures that will eventually eat away at them.
Did you know that the newest PEX piping models feature the tightest bend radius available? This can be a really benefit when it comes to commercial plumbing installations, as the install process tends to go much more quickly with fewer fittings.
When your business uses compressed air regularly, it makes sense to install these lines directly into your building. If you aren’t sure how to handle this safely on your own, we’re always happy to lend a hand with all your plumbing installation needs.
Albert Einstein was one of the greatest geniuses of all time. What profession did he say he'd choose if he had his life to live over again? If you guessed the father of modern physics would have chosen to be a plumber, you're right.
A variety of terms is used to describe the branching system of underground sanitary sewer pipes common in most US cities today. This configuration may be referred to as a building lateral, house lateral, HCS (house connection sewer), or sewer lateral system.
If you can’t finish that big pot of pasta you made for dinner, refrain from dumping it in down the sink. While we may think enough water can wash anything away, the disposed pasta will only absorb the water and expand. Rice is another expanding food to avoid putting down the drain.
For commercial plumbing systems, promptly fixing leaks in faucets can save you a lot of money in the long run. In fact, by repairing a seal that leaks a drop of electrically heated water every five seconds, you can save about 400 gallons of water and 85 kilowatt-hours of electricity.
Worried that you have a water leak? Unusually high water bills, bubbles in your paint, and lingering musty smells are good signs that a leak is present!
When it comes to sinks, stainless steel is a superior material for commercial applications, as it does not crack, chip, or discolor like other materials do. Stainless steel is also easy to clean and sanitize, making it ideal for use in kitchens.
A toilet flush may not be the most exciting image, but it has inspired controversy. In old films, toilets were seldom depicted at all, and when they were, they were never seen in mid-flushed. Care to guess in what year the first film flush occurred? If you guessed 1962, you're right. The film was "Psycho."
Some building owners prefer copper for plumbing upgrades and retrofits. Why? Through experience they know copper pipe is extremely reliable and long-lasting, and should they decide to sell, buyers tend to view it as an indication of overall quality.
Unfortunately, the combination of hair and personal hygiene products going down the drain can cause blockages that slow the water draining from the shower. If you’re tired of your shower being a wading pool, we may be able to help.
Not only must the plumbing system in your building bring water in and circulate it through the structure, but it must also discharge it from the building into the proper municipal water disposal system. Our role is to make sure the entire system functions as it is designed to.
