If you had to rate the reliability of your potable water pipes on a scale from 1 to 10, where would they fall? This assumes that 10 is the most reliable and 1 is the least reliable. If you rated your pipes a 10, there’s a good chance that you haven’t experienced any problems lately, […] The post Behind the Wall: Potable Water Supply Pipes appeared first on NuFlow Midwest ..read more

Are your plumbing pipes in need of a restoration? Homeowners and businesses can expect their plumbing pipes to last between 20 and 50 years. However, some plumbing pipes, like copper, PVC, and cast iron, can last upwards of 70 to 100 years, under the right conditions, but no matter the pipe material or its estimated […] The post 9 Tips for Hiring the Right Pipe Restoration Contractor appeared first on NuFlow Midwest ..read more

How would you rate the reliability and durability of your plumbing pipes? Are they full of pinhole leaks? Have you had to call numerous plumbers to your building to stop the leaks? Leaks can be a real problem in new and older buildings. The good news is that there are several ways to fix pinhole […] The post How to Fix Pinhole Leaks and Lower Your Water Bills appeared first on NuFlow Midwest ..read more

Are you contemplating epoxy pipe lining but wondering if it works for the plumbing pipes of both residential and commercial buildings? The truth is that epoxy pipe lining works on almost every type of pipe, whether it’s located in a commercial building, apartment complex, condominium, or residential home. Regardless of the type of structure you […] The post Is NuFlow’s Pipe Lining Suitable for Residential and Commercial Properties? appeared first on NuFlow Midwest ..read more

Are you concerned about your plumbing pipes this summer? Plumbing systems are vital for ensuring that your building has plenty of fresh drinking water and a way for all of the wastewater to exit your building. When those plumbing pipes become damaged, your highrise, apartment building, or condominium could experience water damage, black mold, and even increased pest problems. Let’s take a look at the ways you can spot plumbing problems before they turn into expensive repairs. The Signs of Damaged Pipes in Your Chicago Building If you have one or more damaged pipes, you may notice several small ..read more

Did you know that there are several different ways to line plumbing pipes with epoxy? If you’ve spent any time researching epoxy pipelining solutions, you’re probably familiar with blown-in epoxy and epoxy-soaked pipeliners. However, there’s another solution. It’s called Picote Brush Coating™. Picote Brush Coating™ was designed and developed by Picote, which is a Finnish company that develops and manufactures a broad variety of trenchless equipment. Their lead designer and inventor is Mika Lokkinen, who has won several awards over the years for his innovation. One of his biggest awards was the ..read more

Have you heard of FOG buildup? While this may sound like a weather phenomenon, it’s not. In this instance, FOG stands for fats, oils, and grease, and it’s a common term used in the plumbing industry. The truth is that many drain pipe and sewer line clogs get their start due to someone putting fat, oil, lard, or grease down the drain of their kitchen sink. As that hot fat cools, it solidifies in the pipe, and once it gets stuck inside the pipe, it can attract other objects, leading to slow or completely blocked drains. In severe instances, you may even experience nasty drain backups in your bui ..read more

In order to save money, it may be tempting to do all the pipe repairs for your Chicago building in-house. After all, your maintenance team or yourself could just watch a few online videos, and then, complete all the repairs successfully in the time it would take the professional plumber to arrive at your location. Unfortunately, DIY repairs aren’t recommended for most plumbing jobs because if those repairs are performed incorrectly, it could lead to water damage, health hazards, electrical system damage, building code compliance issues, and voided warranties. Let’s take a look at some of the i ..read more

If you’re considering epoxy pipelining in Chicago, you might be wondering if it requires any excavation. After all, having to dig out your old plumbing pipes takes time, increases labor costs, and usually requires hiring additional contractors to restore the excavated site to its prior condition. Let’s take a look at a few questions that many people have when it comes to choosing epoxy pipelining for their pipe rehabilitation projects. What’s the process of lining my pipes with epoxy? The epoxy pipelining process is fairly straightforward. The first step after we arrive on site involves settin ..read more

According to Gallup, 55 percent of the American population is concerned about their drinking water, and they have plenty of reasons to be concerned. Most recently, a US Kleenex plant located in Connecticut contaminated nearby drinking water with forever chemicals, In Chicago, it’s estimated that 68 percent of young children have been exposed to lead in the drinking water, and let’s not forget that trillions of gallons of water are leaking due to aging plumbing systems. Of course, if a pipe is leaking water, foreign objects can also get into the pipe. With all of t ..read more