by David Wiley | Jun 24, 2022 | Corroded Pipes, Epoxy Pipe Lining, Facility Manager, Leaking Pipes, Pipe Assessment, Pipe Failure, Pipe Lining, Pipe lining restoration, Pipe Restoration, Plumbing Pipe Inspection, Plumbing Pipes, Preventative Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance, Property Management, Property Manager, Uncategorized
When it comes to plumbing pipe leaks, a slow drip may not seem like a big deal, but according to USGS, a faucet that drips once per minute drips 1,440 times per day. That amounts to nearly 35 gallons per year. Now, if that slow drip were inside your walls, that’s 34...
by David Wiley | Jan 21, 2022 | Facility Manager, Leaking Pipes, Plumbing Pipe Inspection, Plumbing Pipes, Property Management, Property Manager
Are you worried about frozen plumbing pipes this winter? As temperatures start to dip below freezing, you could be more susceptible to freezing and bursting pipes, especially if your pipes are already damaged or cracked or nearing the end of their useful lives. Lining...
by David Wiley | Dec 15, 2021 | Clogged Plumbing Pipe, Facility Manager, Plumbing Pipes, Preventive Maintenance, Property Manager
One of the worst times to have a plumbing breakdown is during the holidays when everyone is gathering for good food, fun, and family time. Unfortunately, when plumbing systems see increased water flow, catastrophes can happen, like clogged sinks, toilets, and pipe...
by David Wiley | Nov 11, 2021 | Plumbing Pipes, Property Management, Property Manager
Are the horizontal plumbing lines in your Chicago multi-unit building clean and in good condition? If you can’t answer that question, there’s a good chance you have hidden blockages in your horizontal drain lines (sanitary piping) that could cause backups and floods...
by David Wiley | Aug 16, 2021 | Pipe Assessment, plumbing maintenance, Plumbing Pipes, Preventative Maintenance, Property Management, Property Manager
While the temperatures may still be hot, it’s time to start thinking about preparing your Chicago plumbing system for winter with fall plumbing maintenance. By making sure your system is in good repair, you’ll be avoiding leaks and sewer and drain blockages that could...
by Megan Althoff | Jul 28, 2021 | Clogged Plumbing Pipe, Hydro-Jetting, Pipe Assessment, Pipe Failure, Pipe Lining, Pipe lining restoration, Pipe Restoration, Plumbing Pipe Inspection, Plumbing Pipes, Preventive Maintenance, Property Manager
How often do you think about your building’s plumbing system? If it is working as expected, you probably haven’t thought about it. If more than one of your residents has complained about a clogged shower, overflowing toilet, or slow-moving sink, you might be wondering...
