Just like your HVAC, electrical, and various other building systems, it’s important to make sure that your commercial building’s plumbing systems is periodically inspected. This way, any problems can be caught early and repaired, preventing much more costly work down the road.
Perhaps the true problem with traditional tank water heaters is that you have to pay to heat the water throughout the day whether you use it or not. While tankless water heaters can cost more to purchase, they will help you save money on energy bills after installation.
Do your employees ever complain about having to wash their fruit or lunch containers in the bathroom sink? Since it’s not actually optimal for food particles to regularly travel through bathroom plumbing, you may want to have us install a kitchen sink your break room.
Do not assume that your homeowner’s insurance policy will cover needed repairs to the plumbing system of your home. As a rule, such coverage is not a part of a standard policy. If you have older plumbing in your home, you may want to contact your agent to discuss any options you may have.
Thinking of buying an older commercial building? Take a close look at the plumbing. Check under sinks and look for pipe coming through the floor rather than the wall, which will indicate at least some of the plumbing has been updated recently.
When your building needs to be completed within a strict timeframe, it’s smart to work with an experienced commercial plumbing installer. This can allow your general contractor to focus their attention on the other aspects of building construction.
There are obvious signs that there may be corrosion in your plumbing system, including unexplained discolored water coming out of your faucet. We can inspect your pipes and do the contractor work necessary to ensure that you don’t endure expensive water damage in your home.
To test plumbing in an older commercial property, try this: Turn on the hot water tap. If water pressure seems low, it’s a classic indicator the plumbing features galvanized pipe, which is prone to internal corrosion that reduces water flow.
How would you like to save money on hot water and help the planet at the same time? That's possible when you have a plumbing contractor install a solar water heater. By saving on the gas or electricity used by traditional water heaters, a family of four can save an average of nearly 4 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions.
Unfortunately, most of our plumbing is behind walls, under floors, or inside cabinets, so it can be hard to know something’s wrong until it becomes a huge problem. When a commercial plumber checks your system regularly, his or her experienced eye can spot issues before they become problems.
Solar water heating systems can now tap into residual heat generated by other sources within a building. Heat can be recovered from the wastewater discharge of laundry systems, food service dishwashers, and A/C condensers to help raise incoming water temps and reduce energy consumption.
The most common food item put down a garbage disposal that shouldn’t be is potato peels. Because they are very starchy, it’s almost a certainty that they will clog the blades in your garbage disposal. Unless you want a clogged sink, aim your peels to land in the trash can.
In 1857, Strickland Kreass, chief engineer for Philadelphia, advocated for the creation of a “lateral” system to channel waste from commercial buildings and houses to larger sewer drain pipes. This system was one of the earliest of its kind in the US.
While the typical clean bathroom won’t do much to impress visitors to your building, a bathroom with upgraded plumbing fixtures will. Let’s talk about the simply changes we can help you make to further improve the impression your office makes on clients.
Shortly after plumbing became common in the 1800s, people started to want hot water, and in the 1870s, the first water heaters were installed. These included circulation lines to hot water storage tanks, which provided pressure for the hot water.
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.
Does the water coming out of your tap seem to be taking too long to heat up? If so, it may be time to have us come out to service your existing hot water heater and determine whether it needs replacing.
If you are considering a plumbing upgrade for your commercial property, one thing to consider is the potential costs of repairing flooring and other damage from a burst pipe or slow leak. By replacing out-of-date fixtures, you can avoid these kinds of problems in the future.
Licensed plumbing contractors can install plumbing, plumbing fixtures and appliances, pipes and water systems; repair any and all plumbing parts, appliances or accessories; upgrade any aspect of your plumbing, pipes, appliances, etc.; and detect any potential plumbing issues.
Even when your building’s plumbing system is in relatively good condition, you may find that a building renovation requires reconfiguring plumbing. When you’re in this position, it’s critical to bring in a plumber with significant experience working with commercial plumbing systems, as these can be more complex than residential plumbing.
A good water heater should provide water that is hot, but not scalding. If water is running as hot as 145 degrees Fahrenheit can cause first degree burns with just five seconds of exposure to the skin. The ideal maximum temperature for a water heater should be in the range of 120-130 degrees F.
When was that last time you looked at your office or retail building and thought about the pipes? In most situations, these are carefully hidden from customers and clients, but don’t worry. A commercial plumber knows how to get to them when they need repairs.
