Office plumbing is often set up differently than the plumbing in residential homes. Why? Because office buildings are structured differently than homes and typically see significantly more traffic. It is because commercial spaces need to accommodate a higher frequency of plumbing use that commercial plumbing is designed intentionally to work with higher capacities of water and sewage.
Common Issues with Commercial Plumbing
More use means a higher chance your office’s plumbing will have a problem. Commercial plumbers encounter many common issues in commercial plumbing:
- Running Toilets – Aside from making a continuous noise that may become bothersome if not attended to, continuously running toilets are capable of wasting hundreds of gallons of water per day. Running toilets are often caused by an issue with the flapper or fill valve.
- Low Water Pressure – When there is little to no water pressure in your office, it can be difficult and sometimes impossible to complete otherwise simple tasks, from washing your hands to making your morning coffee. Low water pressure can be a symptom of leaking pipes beneath the walls of your office – something that only an experienced plumber can diagnose properly.
- Clogged Drains – Drains typically become clogged after substances or items that aren’t drain-friendly are allowed into the sink. Professional plumbers warn against using over-the-counter drain cleaners and instead suggest a mixture of warm water and dish soap or baking soda.
- Dripping Faucets – A dripping faucet, just like a running toilet, can be very irritating and make it difficult for your employees to concentrate. It also wastes water and increases your office’s water bill. Call your local plumber for a quick and easy faucet fix.
- Water Heater Failure – This plumbing fixture tends to be ignored until it reaches the end of its life and abruptly causes major problems within your office. The most common symptoms of a failed water heater are a lack of hot water and a lack of water pressure. Water heaters typically last about 8-12 years and should be checked every few years for early signs of failure.
If you find yourself with any of the above commercial plumbing issues, call the professionals at Michael Runk Plumbing and Heating! We are your best resource for commercial plumbing maintenance in Eldersburg, Maryland and surrounding areas. Our technicians are standing by 24/7 to assist you with any and all of your plumbing needs. Contact us today!