Issues with your building’s plumbing can cause expenses to balloon before you can even bring in a flood restoration company. Preventative action is necessary to keep your commercial building’s plumbing in good shape long-term. Watching out for the following warning signs allows you to take action as soon as possible.

Toilets in the Building Frequently Have Problems

The toilets inside your commercial establishment can hint that your plumbing needs professional attention. You should also act quickly if your toilets are exhibiting problems. In a multi-story building with stacked plumbing, toilets can cause up to 15% of the establishment’s water damage losses. They can also cause significant interior water damage.

You can tell something’s wrong with your toilets if they drain slowly. Frequent clogging is another red flag, and you want to avoid any of your tenants or customers dealing with that. Some toilets affected by plumbing-related issues may also release unpleasant odors.

Discolored Water Is Flowing Through Fixtures

After a long day at the office, you freshen up in the bathroom and are greeted by brown or yellow water. No matter what tap you open, you see the same discolored water pouring out. The discolored water is a sign of trouble.

The discoloration is likely caused by rust particles entering your building’s plumbing. Those rust particles are moving through your plumbing and contaminating your water supply. Troubling as the discolored water may be a minor issue here. If your pipes have rusted over, you may have to call a flood restoration company to deal with the water damage.

Your Water Bills Are Significantly Higher

These issues can gradually eat into your earnings if you leave them unaddressed. Leaks and other plumbing problems cause water waste. Wasting all that water is going to show up on your monthly bill.

The increase in your water expenses may be gradual, but they will also be consistent. Over a year, the aforementioned issues may cost you hundreds of dollars. Paying for professional repairs courtesy of a flood restoration company is preferable to wasting money monthly due to faulty plumbing.

Please pay close attention to your building’s plumbing system, which may signal that it needs repairs. Failing to administer those repairs in time will inconvenience your tenants and customers while also bleeding your profits. Is your establishment in need of flood restoration services? Contact Hammer Restoration today to learn more about our services and how we can meet your needs!