Businesses must ensure their water quality is stable during autumn to prevent lingering issues from occurring in the wintertime. Fall is often a welcome arrival for businesses as temperatures cool and the holidays approach. Though the appeal of autumn is undeniable, so are the risks it can pose to the plumbing. Investing in a water treatment program can mitigate some of these risks, but a water treatment program is the most effective when it’s paired with preventative action.
How to Fix the Water Quality
Business owners should consider the following four steps to ensure that theur business enjoys high water quality this fall and the rest of the year.
Take Care of Any Leaks
Business owners should never ignore leaks, but getting them fixed is more important than ever when fall arrives. Likewise, lower temperatures may make leaks even more susceptible to freezing. It makes it especially risky since leaks often emerge in the weak spots of a pipe. If it gets cold enough that water freezes, this can easily cause the pipe to burst. According to research, fixing a leak can cost $150 to $350, whereas fixing a burst pipe can cost up to $4,000. Dripping water is easier to spot before winter sets in, so it’s imperative to get leaks fixed as soon as possible.
Insulate The Pipes to Help Water Quality
Once a business owner has checked their pipes for leaks, it’s essential to invest in insulation that will further prevent the possibility of bursting. To insulate pipes, owners should wrap them in foam or special wrapping. Likewise, it can prevent heat loss from within the pipes, thus making it less likely that they will freeze over. It offers the additional benefit of lowering energy costs by minimizing the output demanded of a hot water heater. It helps the hot water flow faster.
Inspect The Septic Tank
Suppose a business relies on a septic tank for its wastewater disposal. In that case, business owners need to familiarize themselves with the stages of water treatment. It is important so they can ensure that their septic tank does not require any repairs. To do so, they should invest in routine maintenance and schedule an inspection. It’s best to do this during fall rather than waiting until winter. If winter comes and the soil surrounding the septic tank freezes, it will be challenging — if not impossible — to access it. It could be disastrous if a septic tank’s sludge freezes or overflows.
Winterize Water Faucets to Preserve Water Quality
Suppose the premises of your client’s business feature any outdoor faucets — or other plumbing fixtures — fall is the time to winterize them. Just as the likelihood of bursting pipes increases in fall, so will the likelihood of frozen faucets. Your client should winterize theirs by first checking to ensure they are all turned off tightly. They should then drain any water hiding in hoses and store the hoses in an area where they are safe from freezing temperatures.
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