Unlike a residential home, commercial buildings are used by tens or hundreds of people on any given day. This can obviously take a toll on the plumbing system and cause all kinds of issues. Fortunately, there are a few things the owner or the building manager can do to ensure the commercial plumbing system remains in tip-top condition despite the large number of users. Read on to find out.

Preventative Maintenance

Since most of the plumbing fixtures such as pipes are usually hidden, it can be challenging to discover a problem early. By the time you notice something is wrong, plenty of damage will have already occurred. The only way to ensure the system remains in excellent condition is to schedule regular preventative maintenance. This can be done twice or thrice a year depending on the traffic in your building. The plumber will carefully examine the system, especially the hard-to-see areas, and pinpoint anything that needs repair before more damage occurs. Preventative maintenance can significantly reduce the chances of big issues arising and also enhance efficiency.

Be on the Lookout

Sometimes you may not see a visible sign of plumbing issues, but there are ways you can tell something is wrong somewhere. As someone who runs the building, you know how much water is consumed because of the bill. If the water bill sores through the roof out of the blue for no reason, that may be a sign that you have a significant leak on your hands. You can also tell there is a leak by inspecting the basement or walls for water damage. Peeling paint and water patches on the ceiling are also a common sign of an underlying plumbing problem.

Involve the Occupants

Unless you live in the building, it can be hard to know everything that is happening to the plumbing fixtures all the time. Involve people who have leased or rented spaces in your building so they can let you know if something is out of place. Some of the things occupants might notice include water discoloration, dropping water pressure and sewer odors, but they may stay quiet about it because they assume it's no big deal. Make a habit of asking your occupants if everything is okay and create an environment where everybody feels free to bring the issues to light so that you can fix them immediately. If an occupant lets you know of a problem, you should call a plumber immediately to prevent extensive damage.

Most commercial plumbing issues can be repaired and corrected easily if identified early enough. The idea is just to be vigilant so that you can notice anything unusual with the system.

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