Did you know that brass plumbing pipes are considered ideal for large distribution systems, such as pump fittings, water tanks, and wells? Brass piping is extremely rust-resistant and tends to last longer than any other plumbing material.
Do you live in a warm, sunny climate? You may want to consider adding a solar water heater for your home. These can save up to 80 percent on the cost of heating water, according to Consumer Reports, but are not nearly as efficient in cooler, cloudy climates.
What is CPVC pipe? It’s a thermoplastic chlorinated polyvinyl chloride pipe designed to carry hot and cold water. It’s popular for commercial installations, because it’s more affordable than copper and more resistant to high heat than traditional PVC pipe.
Do you have a blocked pipeline in your home or business or is there more significant damage? A plumbing contractor can help make that determination by using a miniature camera that can be fed into the pipeline to get a real-time look at the problem.
Few things are as stressful for a business owner as needing major plumbing work in their building and not knowing about the costs involved. Remember, our team is always happy to help you gain a better understanding of exactly what’s wrong, so that you can make your budget decisions before we proceed.
Did you know the word “plumbing” comes from the word for lead, which is plumbum? Back in the day, people who worked with lead were called plumbarius, which was eventually shortened to the word we use today.
Did you know that frequent use of drain cleaners can actually cause some damage to your pipes? In addition, if you find that you need to use them frequently, chances are that there is a bigger underlying issue that needs to be addressed.
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.
There are several reasons why regular preventative maintenance and regular inspections are recommended for plumbing systems in commercial buildings. Not only do they cut down on costly repairs, but they can also eliminate the disruption to your business that an unexpected plumbing failure can cause.
Faucet history: Al Moen's single-handle faucet debuted in 1939. It allowed for one-turn control of both hot and cold water.
The sewer systems in ancient Rome consisted of covered pipes and intermittent open collection points that ran alongside the streets. Reports indicate the system was only partially effective, but nonetheless, it remained relatively unimproved and in use until the 1840s.
It’s important to remember that not all the clog-busting liquids you can purchase are a good idea to put down the drain. While they may help break up a stubborn clog, they could also be damaging the inside of your pipes.
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.
Are you looking for ways to save money on your next utility bill? Try installing a timer for your water heater! This can turn hot water off at night and back on in the morning.
The bottom line is, commercial plumbing systems have large-volume demands placed on them, which is why proper system design and installation are so critical. This will help ensure that all your needs are met and that the system is able to handle the specific load required by your operation.
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.
Why hire a pro? Because we know plumbing. For example, the cement used for CPVC pipe fittings can be affected by rain and high humidity levels, which is why we make sure the cement is fully set before water enters the system.
We recognize that few things are as frustrating as taking an ice cold shower in the morning because your teenager drained the hot water. Rest assured that there are hot water heaters that can provide you with the amount of heated water you need, whether you have one teenager or several.
The plumbing in your home is one of the things making our modern society possible: readily available clean water and efficient removal of waste materials. Keeping these systems working properly is vital to a safe and healthy life for you and your family.
If there’s a part of your building where water can easily collect, you may worry about the formation of mold and mildew. Let’s talk about whether it’s possible to install a drain in the area that will help to channel the water out of your work area.
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.
In many building operations, heating systems that use commercial-grade boilers need to be integrated with the water systems. Our team of professionals can recommend the correctly sized boiler based on the projected building use so that it functions properly without comprising water pressure in the rest of the structure.
When your hot relaxing showers turn into quick cold showers, don't suffer any longer than you have to. Our plumbing experts can have the hot water running again in no time.
Having automatic faucet controls or flow restrictors/aerators installed is a great way to upgrade your commercial plumbing system. A metered faucet will either deliver a pre-set amount of water and then shut off automatically or is electronic and shuts off when the user moves away.
