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PEX pipe offers a range of advantages for commercial buildings. Once the pipe is installed, it can be air-tested at normal operating pressures, which allows us to identify any potential leaks before water is introduced into the system.

Have you noticed that your skin is often red, tight or irritated after you take a shower? This is a telltale sign of hard water. Let’s talk about ways to combat this problem and improve your water quality.

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.

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.

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.

If your water bill has spiked, there may be a problem. Locate your water meter, then turn off all the water in your home. Monitor the meter for thirty minutes to an hour; if it shows water use, you have a leak somewhere.

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.

Do your pipes rattle when your dishwasher runs? This may mean that your pipes are rubbing against one another or on a rough surface inside the wall or floor.

While most homes have the benefit of a sloped roof to allow water to drain, your business may have a flat roof that collects too much water during storms. Installing a storm drain to more excess water can help you to avoid interior water leaks and roof cave-ins.

Know where to look for your leak! Remember: the most common places that leaks appear are the bathroom, kitchen, basement, crawlspaces, and beneath the foundation.

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.

Do you have rattling pipes? The most common cause for this is a loose washer in the faucet. This may be able to be fixed by removing the screen on the faucet and flushing the part out.

There are several upgrades to consider for your commercial plumbing system that can save you money in the long run. These include the installation of ultra-low-flow toilets, high-efficiency aerators for faucets, and even a leak-detection system.