As a business owner, keeping costs to a minimum is of utmost importance. But it is almost inevitable that at some point something will go wrong. Some issues are easier to be hands on with then others. For example, most owners deal with employee or merchandise issues everyday. But what about problems that are less business oriented, like plumbing issues? When something goes wrong, it might be tempting to immediately call someone to take care of the situation, but with a little time investment, you can save your business money.
Fix Smaller Problems by Yourself
Save yourself the cost of labor and fix these common problems by yourself:
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Toilets Clogged
This is one of the most common and annoying problems especially for businesses. If one of your customers have clogged a toilet, the first step it to see if a plunger will remove the blockage. If the plunger fails, purchase a toilet snake, you should be able to find one for around $20.
Leaking Faucet
Repairing a leaky faucet is a fairly quick and inexpensive process. Usually when a faucet is leaking it is because an internal component has failed. Depending on your faucet type, you should be able to find replacement parts at your local hardware store for under $20.
Running Toilet
Running toilets can mean a much larger water bill, but luckily they are painless to fix. Many times when a toilet it continually running it is due to a problem with the flapper not adequately closing the flush valve. Open the top of the tank and look to see what the cause is, it might just be a case of adjusting the components. If your toilet is in need of new components you can purchase them at a hardware store for under $15.
When to Call a Commercial Plumbing Company
While there are many do it yourself fixes, there are some issues that can be potentially dangerous if not performed by a professional. For example if you are experiencing problems with your water heater, septic system or believe you may have burst water pipes or sewer lines, make sure to call a commercial plumbing repair company. Even though you may feel the need to find a quick solution to your plumbing issue, make sure to take time in researching a company that specializes in commercial plumbing. You want to insure the job is done correctly the first time.
