Business Plumbing in Orange County

Occasionally businesses close temporarily for renovations, emergencies, public-health reasons or for seasonal reductions (such as in a school or college). Reopening a business or facility requires much planning and preparation. A fundamental step that cannot be overlooked is to ensure that the plumbing is working properly. At Ironwood Plumbing we ensure the successful reopening of any large scale building.

Why is Business Plumbing in Orange County so important?

A temporary shutdown or reduced operation of a building (for example, in a school or college, restaurant or commercial building) means your plumbing system is not being used as much. This may not sound serious. However, an inactive plumbing system, even for just a month, can create hazards for you and your business or occupants. It is important to check for these hazards before reopening your business. 

Water resting inside pipes after a shutdown is stagnant and should not be consumed or used for cleaning or cooking. Stagnant water can contain hazards including Legionella, mold, as well as lead and copper. Proper flushing of the system protects consumers, occupants and employees from these contaminants. 

 Performing maintenance on the plumbing system before reopening also protects equipment. A thorough flushing ensures a fresh water supply reaches all parts of the system and that equipment is clean for safe and proper operation. 

In summary, performing an in-depth maintenance of the building’s plumbing system as well as following the CDC guidelines and suggestions given by local municipal water utilities protects you, your customers and your business. 

What you can do

There are a number of steps to be done before reopening your business or building. A certified professional, like Ironwood Plumbing, can provide the assistance and guidance necessary for business plumbing in Orange County. 

• Look for Water Damage: Leaks may have developed in the time your business or building was closed. Water damage can pinpoint the leaks and any other possible issues. 
• Check for Mold: Mold can grow wherever there is moisture that may be produced from leaks or condensation. Mold can cause serious health issues and must be resolved before a building can be reopened.
• Check Hot Water Heaters: Water heaters benefit from a complete drain in order to ensure that everything is in good condition.
• Flush Service Lines: Run water from the water main to the building to flush the service line. 
• Flush Faucets: Open all cold water faucets and run water for 10-30 minutes, then repeat for all hot water faucets. For best results, start flushing from the points closest to the water entrance and end with the furthest.
  
  
• Drain and Clean Water Storage: Drain and clean water storage tanks, water heaters, and any other storage facilities. 
• Flush Appliances: Run water through all water-using appliances like dishwashers, ice machines, fountains and coffee makers. Replace any water filters on these appliances after. 
• Clean Devices: Follow manufacturer’s instructions to clean and flush other devices, such as safety showers or hot tubs, and ensure they are free of slime or biofilm before use. 
• Check Water Quality: Perform a water quality test after flushing the system to ensure the water is safe for use and free of contaminants. 
• Notify Occupants: Inform building occupants of the status of the water systems and any precautions, such as limiting initial use.

Business Plumbing in Orange County with Ironwood Plumbing

Ironwood Plumbing specializes in large scale plumbing systems for multi-family communities, schools, colleges, apartment buildings, commercial buildings, as well as manufacturing and industrial buildings. With more than 20 years of experience our 30+ technicians are fully equipped to handle any job. 

We know that the bitterness of poor workmanship remains long after the sweetness of low price is forgotten. Therefore, we pride ourselves on offering only the highest quality services. We are available 24/7 and use state-of-the-art equipment to ensure we are ready and able to assist all our clients.

If you’re looking to reopen a business or building in Southern California, contact us today to ensure proper function and safety for occupants and customers. We are business plumbing in Orange County experts!

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