Reliance Plumbing Sewer & Drainage, Inc. Blog: Archive for July, 2015

3 Common Concerns with Commercial Plumbing

Monday, July 27th, 2015

Business owners and office managers in Chicago, IL have a lot more worrying to do about their plumbing than residents of private homes do. At home, if a pipe leaks or a toilet experiences problems, you can simply do without it until a plumber arrives to fix it. In a commercial setting, a plumbing problem can severely impact your business, making it harder for your employees to do their job and reducing customers’ enjoyment of your space. When you call in a plumber, you need someone who understands the differences between commercial plumbing and residential plumbing, and can respond accordingly. Here are 3 common concerns with commercial plumbing that any technician you summon should understand.

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What You Need to Know About Water Heater Anode Rods

Monday, July 20th, 2015

Your water heater is one of the most important aspects of your home: providing piping hot water for cooking, cleaning and bathing. While none of us like to think about it, water heaters need regular maintenance just like any other household appliance. Here in Chicago, IL, there’s no shortage of trained plumbers who can provide a reliable maintenance schedule for you. But it helps to understand how you can help out, and what is entailed in regular servicing. The anode rod, in particular, is a vital component in your water heater. The more you know about them, the better you can understand how your water heater functions.

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How to Select a Commercial Water Heater

Tuesday, July 14th, 2015

Hot water is the foundation of civilization, and an absolutely necessity for your Chicago, IL business. Commercial hot water heaters differ in a number of ways from residential models, however, and if you need to have one installed or replaced in your office, it pays to take each step one at a time. The good news is that a trained plumber can help you with the planning and installation of your new hot water heater, but you can do yourself a favor by getting some basic guidelines down as early as possible. Here are some tips on selecting a commercial water heater.

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Common Problems With Grease Traps

Monday, July 13th, 2015

A grease trap goes into the drain line of a commercial sink, and is designed to catch fat and oil as it pours down the drain. Grease can cause huge problems with your plumbing if you’re not careful. It’s liquid at high temperatures, but will solidify as it cools in the pipes, creating a clog and causing a serious backlog. Ideally, you should never pour hot fat or grease down the drain, but that may not be possible in a restaurant setting or similar business. The grease trap takes the worry out of it, allowing your Chicago, IL business to continue uninterrupted.

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3 Signs You Need to Replace Your Pipes

Monday, July 6th, 2015

Chicago, IL has its share of older houses, and with older houses come older plumbing systems that may need replacements or upgrades. It’s not a pleasant prospect to consider, but in some cases it may be necessary. And the good news is that you have trained and experienced plumbers on hand to not only replace your pipes, but to do so with speed and efficiency to make your plumbing system function better. Here are 3 signs you need to replace your pipes as expediently as possible.

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