Top 5 Most Common Restaurant Plumbing Issues

Working in a high capacity environment like a restaurant means that the plumbing problems you might experience at home, will definitely happen at work. Plus, they’ll happen more often, be more difficult to fix, and are more important to repair quickly. It’s best to have a trusted plumber you can call for emergencies, as well as routine maintenance. Here are five of the most common restaurant plumbing issues we see and what you can do about them.

Leaky Faucet

A leaky faucet may seem like no big deal at first, but if not treated in a timely manner, it can lead to sky high water bills for your restaurant. It can also sometimes be an indicator of bigger issues, so it’s best to have it taken care of as soon as possible. It may be as simple as tightening a bolt or screw in your restaurant plumbing system, or it might be that your water pressure is too high, or maybe there’s a clogged drain somewhere else so all the water is leading to this faucet. Regardless of the reason for the leaky faucet, get it checked out as soon as you can.

Clogged Drain

Restaurants are well known for having clogged drains due to the amount of food and other waste that is washed away down these pipes. However, when too much is put down the drain or something large gets stuck, it can completely stop the flow of water. This can delay or halt many kitchen operations, leading to slow ticket times and upset customers. The best way to clear a clogged drain on your own is with a plunger, never chemicals. If that doesn’t work, call an emergency clogged drain plumber for quick service so you can get back to business.

Dishwasher Repair

Restaurant plumbing takes a beating day in and day out. This is especially true for the dishwasher. Unlike the average home, a restaurant runs the dishwasher multiple times per day. When one starts malfunctioning, it can really slow down your process. If it’s your only dishwasher, it definitely will since you’ll now need to wash dishes by hand. Restaurant dishwasher repair is not something you’ll want to tackle on your own, unless you’re highly experienced. Call on the professionals to ensure the job gets done correctly the first time.

Drain Cleaning

Most people, when they have a slow drain, will resort to DIY methods such as chemical cleaners. Although these can be great at getting the built-up debris cleared away, they can also cause damage to your pipes. The chemicals in these cleaners are known to corrode pipes and deteriorate essential chemicals in your septic system. These issues can lead to a very expensive bill for fixing or replacing.

Instead, professional drain cleaning can safely clear away build up without causing damage to your restaurant plumbing system. We can insert a camera into the pipe to identify the cause of the issue. Then, we’ll determine if a drain snake or hydro-jet cleaning is the most appropriate method to clear it.

Hot Water Heater

Hot water is vital to running a restaurant. Not only do you need it to cook food, you also need it to clean dishes. When it takes a long time for your water to heat up, or if it never does at all, you need a quick fix for your hot water heater.

Another common issue with a hot water heater is leaking. If the ground around your hot water heater is wet, that’s a sign you have a leak somewhere. No matter the issue, call the professionals in restaurant plumbing to ensure your hot water heater gets fixed quickly and accurately.

Your Restaurant Plumbing Experts Are Just a Phone Call Away!

Here at Hulsey Environmental (a Blue Flow Company), we service a variety of issues that are common with restaurant plumbing. From leaky faucets and hot water heaters, to slow or clogged drains and pipes, we have the tools and experience to get your restaurant back up and running quickly. Contact us online or give us a call for emergency service.