Two Major Commercial Plumbing Problems to Watch Out For

As the owner of a commercial property, you’re responsible for more than just yourself. You possibly have tenants, business owners, customers, and clients who are counting on you to take care of maintenance on a regular basis. When it comes to plumbing, you don’t want those individuals to be disappointed. The following are two major plumbing problems many commercial building owners deal with and what you should do about them.

Leaks

One of the first ways you’ll detect a leak is by noticing a drop in your water pressure. If your water bill is rising each month, that could also be an indication as well, especially if nobody in the building has increased water usage.

Some more obvious ways you’ll notice a leak include seeing water dripping out of the actual pipes, noticing worsening water damage on walls, ceilings, and floors, and finding pooling around toilets, sinks, and other water features in the building. While you might think it’s just a small problem that will wash over in time, you’re most likely wrong. Calling in the professionals for a repair is the best thing you can do to avoid future problems.

Frozen Pipes

If a pipe freezes, it’s more than likely going to burst. It could start as a small crack that creates unnoticeably small leaks to begin with, but eventually, the pressure will be too much to handle. That’s when you’ll end up with a huge problem.

To avoid frozen pipes, be sure your water pipes are either insulated or empty. Without water in the pipe, it can’t freeze and it can’t burst. In many commercial buildings, the pipes are already insulated, and if not, they’re large enough that they most likely won’t freeze. There are some commercial buildings, however, that don’t have insulation surrounding their pipes, and you should have a professional check those out and get the job taken care of.

Take Care of Your Plumbing Issues

Leaving a small plumbing problem until it becomes a big plumbing problem could be an expensive headache for any property owner. If you have noticed leaks or think your pipes may freeze, contact the professionals at R. S. Andrews for help in taking care of those and all your plumbing issues. Call 770-691-0473 or email us today!