PROJECT 29
The importance of maintenance plumbing Maintenance plumbing plays a vital role in avoiding bigger issues down the line, including: 1. Save money in the long run, as small leaks and damages can have a significant impact on your utility bills. Catching and addressing these issues early saves emergency cost repairs and reduces your water and energy usage. 1
2. Preserve property value – issues left unattended can cause damage to walls, floors and foundations, which over time can reduce your property value. 1
3. Reduce the risk of emergency breakdowns – identifies weak points and repairs before failure, meaning fewer emergencies and less downtime. 1
4. Ensures regulatory compliance, in terms of building regulations and health and safety. 2
5. Simplifies insurance claims – having a history of routine maintenance supports any claims you may have in the future. 1
6. Extends the lifespan of your plumbing system – maintenance decreases your risks of pre-mature failure. 2
7. Ensures water quality – neglected pipes can develop rust, corrosion and mineral buildup, which affects the water quality from taps. 2
The new pipe, after installation.
Working at heights and a small working space proved to be the biggest challenges of the project.
“ Before any work could be done, the water supply to the building was switched off.”
Water to the museum had to be shut off for ten days.
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