Early Warning Signs Of Problems In Water Pipe System Of Commercial Buildings

 Commercial buildings require a much larger scale of plumbing systems to accommodate the significantly higher footfall and operations. It is therefore important that the chosen system and its functionality is given due maintenance and timely checks. Paying heed to the early warning signs in the plumbing system can be extremely beneficial for the smooth operations in the commercial building. If ignored, these warning signs can turn out to be bigger problems that will require much more time, effort and costs for repairs. Here are some of the indictors that will let you know that there is preliminary damage in the plumbing and drainage systems of your building:

1.       Slow drainage: If in any part of the building, you see signs of slow drainage as compared to the normal rate, it could be an indication of clogging or blockage in the water pipe system. This can be an especially acute problem if the traps installed are not of high quality, and will allow the debris and waste to flow into the water drain pipe. Call a plumber immediately if you notice sluggish drainage and have them inspect the pipelines at individual lines as well as the mains to determine and correct the problem.

2.       Low water pressure: If the water in your pipes is flowing at low pressure rates, then it could be an indication that there is either a partial blockage in your pipes or encrustation in the interior of the pipes. While the blockage can be cleared using professional reagents, if there is encrustation due to oils and grease or hard salts, then you might need to replace the pipes.

3.       Higher water bills: If you see a sharp increase in your water bills for no apparent explainable reason, then it could imply that there is a leakage in the water pipe system which has managed to remain undetected. While you can carry out an inspection of the external pipes on your own, the internally located pipes can be tricky to inspect. In such cases, look for seepage near the walls where the pipeline is installed or call a professional for a thorough inspection.

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