A tankless water heater, also known as a demand water heater, can be up to 34 percent more energy efficient than the conventional tank style water heater you may be using today.
If your business will have by-products such as grease, acids, fuel, or other hazardous materials, installing wastewater separators can remove them from the water stream and reduce their impact on freshwater systems.
One of the best ways to avoid any surprise plumbing problems is to have an inspection performed by your plumbing contractor. Indeed, this type of preventative maintenance can save you a lot of heartache and potentially avert thousands of dollars in potential repairs.
If you’re seeking LEED certification for your commercial renovation or building project, don’t forget the plumbing. Reusing non-potable water can earn LEED points, and a new form of purple CPVC is specifically designed for non-potable water distribution.
"A plumbing contractor job does not require any specific education, although most in this position have attended trade schools for instruction and have on-the-job training," the website wiseGEEK writes. "Local unions and contractors sometimes offer apprenticeship programs."
It’s important to remember that plumbing installations encompass so much more than just the pipes and fixtures that water flows through. Whether you need pipes to carry water, gas, or air, we’re always happy to help you with your installations.
Have you experienced a recurring issue with one of the smaller drains in your home? This can be a sign of a larger and more troublesome blockage in the sewer line and should be looked at right away.
Are you concerned that the plumbing contractor you typically use may not have the specialized knowledge necessary to be an asset when you renovate your commercial building? Let’s talk about the nature of your renovation as it relates to the plumbing system, so that we can discuss the true scope of the job.
It’s important to remember that you’re never stuck with a particular plumbing layout in your bathroom or kitchen. While some plumbing renovations may be more involved than others, we can usually still make it happen.
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.
We realize that few things are as annoying in the middle of the night listening to the steady drip of leaky bathroom faucet. If you’re in desperate need of a peaceful night’s sleep, let our team repair the leak and restore quiet to your home.
PEX plumbing can be a smart choice for commercial buildings. Why? Because it’s flexible, and it requires fewer connection points, which speeds installation and minimizes potential leak points. Once installed, it’s clean, quiet, freeze-resistant, and corrosion-resistant.
PEX water supply lines ("PE" is short for "polyethylene;" "X" is for "cross-linking") provide superior water delivery at all flow rates and resists degradation from chemical agents that may enter the lines, as well as providing protection from sub-freezing temps.
Are you looking to save money on your next water bill? An easy way to do this is to purchase aerating and low-flow shower heads and faucets.
One way to reduce your water bill for your commercial facility is to install waterless urinals. These units make use of a special drain insert that traps waste below a blue liquid and forms a barrier against sewer vapor escape.
Did you know that toilet tanks actually account for 90 percent of residential plumbing leaks? Typical leaks result from worn parts or improper part alignment and need to be addressed before they get worse.
Unfortunately, it won’t always be possible to find commercial real estate that ticks off all the boxes on your wish list. While you’ll likely already have functional restrooms, you may find it necessary to work with a commercial plumbing contractor if you need to provide a dedicated kitchen space.
If you’re never fortunate enough to be the first person in the shower in the mornings, you may spend half your time under icy droplets. Let’s talk about the feasibility of upgrading your hot water heater.
Many commercial builders are opting for PEX piping systems. Why? In side-by-side comparisons of real construction and retrofit projects, PEX plumbing often reduces material costs by 50 percent or more and cuts installation time by roughly 35 percent.
A series type of residential plumbing is said to be the simplest method of plumbing found in homes with multiple fixtures. In this system, cold water comes from the ground supply, and hot water comes from the hot water heater.
In 1857, the city of Charleston built a sewer system constructed of wood and brick. Designed level with no slope, it was 2.6 miles long and capped at each end with tide gates so sea water could flush the pipes at high tide.
You flush your toilet multiple times a day, and every drop of water that goes down the drain matters. Care to guess how much of your overall water usage goes to flushing the toilet? If you guessed 25 percent, you're right.
Did you know that copper piping is considered the most traditional plumbing pipe due to the copper’s high level of durability and reliability? However, the copper needs to be soldered together and may require additional fittings, resulting in a more involved installation process.
If your tap water is all of a sudden a strange color, this can be a sign that you have a problem with corrosion in your pipes. Rust can actually change the color of the water to a reddish hue and leave rust-colored spots in your sink.
Did you know that PVC plumbing pipes vary in terms of their thickness and configuration depending on the application where they will be used? PVC pipes are typically used for cold and hot potable water as well as in sewage applications.
Did you have an unusually high water bill last month? Unexpected increases in water consumption may be symptomatic of more than a few longer than normal showers. They can be a sign of concealed leaks.
Plumbing matters. In 1801, the White House acquired its first water closet, and by 1833, parts of it had running water piped through hollowed-out logs. Finally, in 1902, the White House was remodeled and the first comprehensive plumbing system was installed.
