A "privy" or outhouse was an outdoor toilet used during the 19th and early 20th centuries. When indoor plumbing was first introduced, there was resistance in some areas because women didn't like the idea of having the toilet indoors. Go figure.
We agree: “The society which scorns excellence in plumbing as a humble activity and tolerates shoddiness in philosophy because it is an exalted activity will have neither good plumbing nor good philosophy: neither its pipes nor its theories will hold water.” (John W. Gardiner)
As licensed plumbers, plumbing contractors are well-trained and experienced in all aspects of their trade including repairs, new construction and reconstruction. A recent nationwide study found that homeowners given a choice would choose a plumbing contractor over a traditional plumbers or handymen over 90% of the time!
Many commercial buildings can have old pipes that are not up to code and even make the water taste bad. In this case, a commercial plumber can come in, remove that old system, and install better pipes in line with current codes and building regulations.
Have a leaking faucet? Be sure to repair it as soon as possible! Water loss from leaks can waste gallons of water in a very short period of time.
LEED certification requires careful planning and understanding of the fixtures being installed and how they garner points in any given situation. For example, waterless urinals in one building may not have as great a value as they would in another because urinal water usage accounts for too small a percentage of a building’s total water consumption.
Did you know that Sir John Harington is credited with inventing the flushable toilet in 1596? This is where the popular American nickname for the toilet, "the john" came from.
Commercial plumbing installation has evolved beyond simply hooking up pipes to fixtures and making sure water flows and toilets flush. Today, plumbing is part of a holistic approach to construction that is integrated with the entire community, including designers, operators, users, and the public.
When it comes to home improvements, few renovations pack as much bang for their buck as bathroom and kitchen remodels. If you need someone to handle the plumbing work, we’re always ready.
PEX pipe is cross-linked polyethylene tubing. It’s resistant to the effects of hot and cold water as well as hot and cold external temperatures. Resistant to chemicals and corrosion, it degrades in sunlight, so it’s limited to indoor or underground use.
Modern pipe is usually made from copper, with about 1 billion feet installed every year. Fortunately, old copper is also 100 percent recyclable, and most copper for new pipes comes from recycled sources. In fact, about 80 percent of all the copper ever used is still being used today.
There are several benefits of PEX pipes when used in commercial applications. These pipes are able to stand up to heavy usage, as they resist pitting, scaling, and corrosion from aggressive water, and withstand the potential oxidative effects of heavily chlorinated water.
If LEED certification is one of the goals of your building project, bring us in on the project as early as possible. Waiting and trying to meet requirements late in the design and/or construction process can increase costs and delay the project.
Ever wondered about the origins of the word "plumber?" It comes from the Latin word "plumbum," which means "lead" (as in the metal). Why? Most early plumbing pipe manufactured in ancient Roman was constructed from lead.
The type of commercial plumbing system you need is going to depend primarily on your specific business operations and needs. For instance, plumbing system designs will need to be different for a restaurant versus and office building or medical facility.
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!
PEX pipe offers significant advantages in commercial installations. Because the pipe is so flexible, it can accommodate sharper turns, and, in fact, half-inch tubing has a remarkably tight bend radius of 3.5 inches.
If the tap water coming out of your faucet has a funny smell or is a strange color, then it’s time to call a professional right away. This is a good indication that there is corrosion in your pipes, and that you may need pipe replacement or even a complete repiping.
Do you have a clogged dishwasher? You can try removing the drain port cover and threading a slim rod or auger down the drainpipe to clear whatever is trapped. However, a clogged pipe might be due to the drain solenoid malfunctioning. If this is the case, it’s best to call a professional.
Did you know that commercial plumbing systems are actually composed of as many as four components, depending on the particular layout and needs of the building? These include portable cold and warm tap water supply, plumbing drainage ventilation, septic systems, and fuel gas piping.
Do you know how long indoor plumbing has been around? Archeologists have recovered a portion of a water plumbing system from the Pyramid of Cheops in Egypt, and the evidence of indoor plumbing in places dates back to 2500 B.C.E!
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.
Our planet has a lot of water. Of the 326 million trillion gallons of water on Earth, the human population uses less than 1 percent. That may seem small, but plumbing all that water is a huge job.
Although PEX piping has a slightly higher initial cost, its minimal maintenance and fast installation process make it ideal for commercial applications. Since it is virtually leak free, it offers certain advantages over copper piping.
